John Albert Parker, 67, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully with his daughter and son at his side, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at Medilodge of Kalamazoo, after a courageously fought battle with Huntington’s Disease. He was born Dec. 20, 1957, in Chicago, the son of Cornelius Parker and Gertrude (Reiff) Parker.
John worked in construction for many years as a project manager. He relocated to Michigan from Chicago. He enjoyed watching football, especially his Chicago Bears. He also liked to watch NASCAR and go bowling. John was a social man and loved meeting new people at social events. He adored his family and would give the shirt off his back to anyone who may need it. His compassion and kind heart will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his daughter, Carly (Alex Wait) Parker, his son, Kyle (Brooklyn Smith) Parker; sisters, Karen (Ken) Reinhofer, Fran (Frank) Dunglemann and Alice Parker; sister-in-law, Jennifer (Rodney) Sturgis and brother-in-law, PJ (Stacey) Moore.
John was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Tara (Moore) Parker in 2012.
Family and friends are invited to visit Friday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon at Adams Funeral Home, 502 W. Michigan Ave., Paw Paw. A celebration of life service will be held at noon with Chaplain Ellen officiating. John will be laid to rest at Maple Grove Cemetery, Mattawan.
Memorial contributions may be made to Huntington’s Disease Society of America or to Heartland Hospice. www.adamspawpaw.com
