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John Parker Obituary
April 20, 1949 - May 1, 2024
Bradenton, Florida - John Scott "Jack" Parker, 75, of Bradenton, passed away on May 1, 2024.
Jack was born in Dayton, Ohio, on April 20, 1949. He moved to Florida with his family at a very young age. Jack attended Manatee High School and graduated in the class of 1967. Jack had successful career as a Supervisor at Tropicana for 25 years and was able to retire. Upon his retirement, he obtained his Captain's license and was able to pursue a career as a Charter Captain. Jack was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending time on the water. In addition to fishing, Jack enjoyed playing the guitar and spending time at his second home in Sylva, North Carolina. He enjoyed camping and traveling as well as playing poker at his home which became a bi-annual event. In his earlier days, Jack enjoyed playing softball with his friends on the Stumble Inn Team.
Jack is survived by his loving wife and partner in life to whom he was married for 36 years, Betsy; his daughter, Whitney (Eric) Yost of Bradenton; a daughter, Mary Eva of Alto, New Mexico; two grandsons, Brody (Amber) Yost and Corey Yost of Bradenton; a great-granddaughter, Ivy Yost; a brother, Warren "Butch" Burkett III (Emme) of Bradenton; and two sisters, Isabella B. Parker of Marianna, FL, and Angie Rafool of Winter Haven, FL and several nieces and nephews.
Jack is predeceased by his parents, Mary (Warren) Burkett and Dudley Parker; two sisters, Kathleen Burkett and Claudia (Don) Gusarson.
Jack was gentle, kind and compassionate husband, father, brother and friend. He loved his family very much. His ashes will be buried at sea, a place where he found much peace and gratitude. Go in peace, Jack. You will be greatly missed.
A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. In Lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (htpps://www.stjude.org). Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel, 604 43rd Street West, Bradenton, FL 34209, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be made to: www.brownandsonsfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Manatee High School Alumni Association
December 17, 2024
Our sincere condolences to the family, classmates, and friends of our Manatee High School Class of 1967 Alumnus.
Manatee High School Alumni Association
www.manateehighalumni.com
Carol Whitmore
August 2, 2024
Goodbye to a dear soul. We loved you and our life was brighter with you in it. We will take care of Betsy and Butch....
Mike Bland
July 20, 2024
I worked with him at Tropicana always had a good time with him. Sorry for your lost
Dan Tessier
July 20, 2024
Dear Betsy, so sorry to hear about Jack. He was one of a kind. A lot of good memories. Stay strong.
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