Michael D. Paker

Michael D. Paker obituary, De Soto, MO

Michael D. Paker

Michael Paker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, Inc. - De Soto on Aug. 7, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Michael Dennis Parker was born in St. Louis on July 27, 1963 a son to James Dennis and Imogene (nee Land) Parker. He died at his House Springs home on August 6, 2025 at the age of 62. He is survived by his father who lives in De Soto; his wife Sheila (nee Callow) Parker; one son Kaleb (Barb) Parker, O'Fallon; three step children: Jake (Kayla) Barton, Sullivan, Deanna (Patrick) Schneider, House Springs and Christopher (Kaitlin) Barton, Sullivan; his grandchildren: Mateo, Lexi, Kaiden, Briar, Nathaniel, Tara, Rebecca and James and his sister Kelly (Lester) Gale, De Soto. He is preceded in death by his mother and his first wife Karen (nee Orrick) Parker. Mike had retired from the Missouri Department of Transportation where he was a senior crew worker. He had also worked for SM&P as a utility locator. He was a member of the First Baptist Church-Cedar Hill.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Michael's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Michael Paker's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Michael Paker's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?