Thomas Parker (died 1663) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids The Honourable Thomas Parker Kt.
Sir Thomas Parker of Ratton (b.1594/5 - 1663), c. 1620, Marcus Gheeraerts the Younger
Member of Parliament for Hastings
In office May 1626 – June 1626
Member of Parliament for Seaford
In office February 1641 – December 1648
Member of Parliament for Sussex
In office 1656–1656
Personal details
Born	1595 (1595)
Died	31 May 1663(1663-00-00) (aged 67–68)
Resting place	St Mary the Virgin Church, Willingdon, East Sussex 50°47′59″N 0°15′15″E / 50.799732°N 0.254083°E / 50.799732; 0.254083
Spouse	Philadelphia Lennard
Children	George Parker Grace Parker Philadelphia Parker Rachel Parker Catherine Parker Anne Parker Margaret Parker
Parents	Sir Nicholas Parker Catherine Temple

Sir Thomas Parker (1595 – 31 May 1663) was an important English landowner and politician. He lived a long time ago, during a period of big changes in England. He was a Member of Parliament (MP) several times, representing different areas in the House of Commons. This was like being a representative in today's government. He was also given the special title of 'Knight' in 1617.

Who Was Sir Thomas Parker?

Sir Thomas Parker was born in 1595. He came from a well-known family in England. His home was at a place called Ratton, near Eastbourne. Being a landowner meant he owned a lot of property and had an important position in society.

His Family Background

Thomas Parker was the oldest son of Sir Nicholas Parker. His mother was Catherine Temple. His father was also a Member of Parliament, so politics was something Thomas grew up around.

A Career in Parliament

Sir Thomas Parker became a politician and served in the House of Commons. This is where laws were made and important decisions for the country were discussed. He was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for different areas:

• In 1626, he represented Hastings.
• In 1641, he represented Seaford.
• In 1656, he represented Sussex.

Being an MP meant he helped make decisions for the people he represented.

His Family and Later Life

In 1618, Sir Thomas Parker married Philadelphia Lennard. Her father was Henry Lennard, who was a Baron. They had several children together:

• George Parker
• Grace Parker
• Philadelphia Parker
• Rachel Parker
• Catherine Parker
• Anne Parker
• Margaret Parker

Lady Parker, his wife, passed away in 1662. Sir Thomas Parker himself died on 31 May 1663. He was buried at a church in Willingdon.