Ellen Curzell Parker nec: Shaw, daughter of Lular Genwright and Carey G. Shaw was born February 25, 1920 in Tabor City, North Carolina. On Saturday, July 14, 2012, after a brief illness god called her home. Curzell is the last of 12 who preceded her in death; Pearlie, Kelley, Roland, Henry, Connell, claudia, Annie, Mary, Rosa, Katy, and Jen. Curzell, as she was often called, received her education in North Carolina until 1943 when she relocated in Baltimore, Maryland where she attended Carver Vocational Technical School for Nursing. In her thirst for knowing more about God she began studying at different educational facilities; 1961 - Ambassador Bible College; 1971 - Source of Light Bible College; 1991 - Faith clinic; 1993 - Source of Light Mission School; and 1989 - United christian International Bible Institute; which finally lead to her completing her Doctoral Degree and a Divinity Degree of biblical knowledge from Oklahoma College. She held several occupations; housekeeper, substitute teacher, salad prep girl, nurse, delegate for union 1199, and counselor for teens. She had a passion working to help others. She help raised her siblings. Even when her sister Annie passed, Curzell went to Florida to get her sister Claudia and took care of her. Curzell often open her home to many when they had no where to go. Through her many different jobs her motto always remained the same; "No jobs were too hard for God". Her devotion was always first to the Lord, Her family, and her church. she truly loved the Lord. Even during her illness, she spoke about receiving her crown. Often you could find Curzell in the kitchen cooking. No one would leave the table dissatisfied. She was a seamstress and often made hats. She also taught her only daughter, Priscilla, how to sew. Curzell loved to travel. She traveled to different states spreading the word of God. She would always try to lead others to Christ with God's word. Even during her last days, she spoke of receiving her "Crown". While in the hospital, she ignored her pain and begin praying for her Pastor. She truly was a praying warrior. In 1943, she was baptized in The Name of Jesus and received the gift of The Holy Ghost. She attended the Church of God in Christ located on Mount Street. Later she attended Rehoboth Churc of God In Christ located on Poplar Grove Street under the leadership of Bishop Carr. She also attended Rehoboth Church of God In Christ in Washington, D.C. Finally, in 1960, she begin another journey with First United Church of Jesus Christ which is now Transformation Church of Jesus Christ and remained a faith member until illness prevented her from attending. She served on several committees: Usher Board, the Hostess Club, the Dorcuss Guild; the Ministers Committee, Communion Worker, and she taught Sunday School Youth and Young Adult. Ellen met the love of her life, Leo Parker, on December 19, 1936 and they were married March 21, 1937. From this union they had six children; Leonard, Clement, Benjamin, Priscilla, Otheneil and Nathaniel. Two sons preceded her in death; Benjamin Benny and Otheneil Neil. The love of her lifepreceded her in death January 2011 after 73 years of a loving marriage. She faithfully took care of her husband during his illness until his demise. Ma and Pop Parker resided in the 2700 block of Baker Street since 1947 she moved with her devoted daughter and care giver, Priscilla. She leaves to cherish in her memory; Four children, Leonard, Clement, Priscilla and Nathaniel; a devoted son-in-law, Alfred; daughter-in-law, Carolyn, one daughter-in-law preceded her in death, Crystal; nine grandchildren; tony, Shalana, Chris, Chelsea, Brandon, Montrel, Gabriel, Nathaniel, Caleb; seven great-grandchildren; Tony, Lenae, Kayla, Kia, Jalen, Micah, and Hayden and a host of nieces, great nieces, nephews, great nephews, cousins, adopted children and friends. She developed a bond with many, especially with the Sister and Mothers at the Transformation Church of Jesus Christ and a special friendship over 50 years with Sis Madison and Mother Saunders. She also shared a special bond with her niece Sade. She also shared a very special relationship with Rosalind David Peachy whom she considered an adopted daughter. We praise God for blessing us with such a virtuous, faithful, gifted, anoint6ed, respected, caring, loving and wonderful woman of God. to God be the glory for the great things he has done.