In the late summer of 2016, the community of Saint Matthews, South Carolina, was shaken by the loss of a well-known and beloved local figure. Franklin Gilmer Parker, a 79-year-old male, was killed on August 25, 2016, in what authorities have described as a senseless act of violence. Parker, who had owned and operated several businesses in the area, including a bait and tackle shop and an upholstery business, was known for his sense of humor and his readiness to help others, often extending his k
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