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Michael Parker Obituary
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Michael A. Parker, age 63, of Akron, Ohio, died on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at his home.
He was born on July 16, 1956, the son of the late Robert and Rita (nee Sideri) Parker.
Survivors include his loving wife, Patti J. Parker; his son Christopher "Chris" (Beth) Parker.
A Celebration of Life will take place at a later time, a formal obituary will be published in the near future.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 North Canton Road, Akron, Ohio 44305; 330-784-3334.
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The Staff of Newcomer Funeral Home
August 18, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Janice Cosgrove
August 2, 2019
Patti, I am so sorry for your loss
William Parker
July 31, 2019
Mike was my nephew through my older brother Bob Parker. I still remember the joy he gave to his Dad and his wonderful mother, Rita Sideri Parker when he was born as their first child.
I also remember what a great relationship he had with his paternal grandpa (my Dad) Vernon Parker. One of the best of those memories was when his grandpa took him to the launch facility at Cape Canaveral to see the launch of Apollo 11, the first men to walk on the Moon. That launch actually occurred on Mike's 13th birthday.
I met them there and have attached a photo taken in Florida at that time. This photo includes Mike's great grandpa, Thomas J. Parker, Mike's grandpa, Vernon G. Parker, one of his uncles, me in the blue shirt, and Mike. It is a wonderful memory and we all got to watch the launch with many others from a good safe distance!
We are very sorry for your loss and you will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
William T. Parker M.D.
Kristin Ganslein
July 30, 2019
Patti and Chris,
I am so sorry for your loss of Mike. He was a great man and coworker. He will be greatly missed and our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Kristin and Barry Ganslein
Spitzer Ford Hartville
Emily Parker
July 30, 2019
I wanted to thank you Patti for being a warm and loving wife to Mike. You have taken care of my brother 40 beautiful years. Mike had a wonderful life with you and Chris. Mike and I have a special bond together we always had fun when I would come home and visit. Mike will alway be in my heart and deeply missed. I love you and Chris.
Dave Auman
July 30, 2019
Patti,
Brenda and I are so very sorry to hear of Chris and your loss. Mike was a great person and will be greatly missed. You and your family are in our prayers.
July 29, 2019
Patti ~
I'm so sorry to hear about Mike. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
I hold some very special memories in my heart of the good ol' days! Take Care!
Chris (Wyckoff) Gossard
Jennifer Lampert
July 29, 2019
Knowing Mike and having him as a true friend was a blessing and an honor. Patti and Christoper, my thoughts will be with you always.
Dinah Iacoboni
July 29, 2019
Patti -- Please know that I am thinking of you and your family - prayers to you all.
Tom and Vickie Masturzo
July 28, 2019
Patty and Chris, so sorry to hear about Mike. We have you both in our prayers.
CHERYL SCIANNA WERNER
July 28, 2019
Patti and Family, My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. You are in my prayers. Prayers of strength and comfort.
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