Richard Allen Parker
August 15th, 1950 - December 10th, 2019
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Richard's Obituary
Richard A. Parker, 69, of Benton Harbor, MI passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at Spectrum Lakeland Hospital- St. Joseph.
Born Aug. 15, 1950 in St. Joseph, MI to Ted and Florine (Samsen) Parker. Richard was a 1968 St. Joe graduate then attended Kendall School of Design in Grand Rapids until he was drafted to the Army; Vietnam War. He was an artist specializing in paints and woodworking. Finally, Richard was a quiet, kind, gentle man and his family was his world.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years Barbara Pendergrass; step-son Steven Parker; five grandchildren; siblings Jane Lesniak, Diana Tippy, Jon Parker, Ted Parker and Lisa (Ryan) Katowich and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Linda Herman.
Cremation has taken place and Richard’s family will celebrate his life privately. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of Barbara Pendergrass. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence for the family may do so online at www.starks-menchinger.com.
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