Ralph K Parker's Obituary
Ralph K Parker, 93, of Dallas, Texas, passed away on August 20, 2025. He was born on July 7, 1932, in Dallas, Texas, to Simmie J Parker and Fay Luciel Rodgers Parker.
On May 21, 1961, Ralph married the love of his life, Beverly Ann Parker, in Dallas. He spent 35 years commuting to Greenville, Texas, where he worked at E - Systems. Alongside his career, Ralph supported Beverly in her wedding consulting business, spending weekends helping her deliver wedding cakes for more than 30 years.
Ralph was a long-time member of Central Lutheran Church in Dallas and proudly served as an office at the Dallas Elks Lodge #71. He was also a dedicated member of the Masonic Lodge for 67 years. He cherished traveling with his family and especially loved fishing on the White River in Flippin, Arkansas. Ralph enjoyed watching the Texas Rangers play baseball and was well known for making homemade Christmas candy and cookies, which he lovingly shared with his neighbors and family every holiday season.
He is survived by his sons, David (Maurita) of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Eric (Kim) of Willis Point, Texas, daughter Amy (Richard) of Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Ian (Emily), Grant (Bridget), and Kassidy; and great-grandson, Oliver.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Beverly Ann Parker; his parents, Simmie J Parker and Fay Luciel Parker; and his brother, Billy Mack Parker.
Visitation will be held on August 28, 2025, from 1Pm to 3PM at Restland Funeral Home with a graveside service following at 3 PM in the Restland Memorial Park.
In leu of flowers send donations to Scottish Rite Hospital.
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