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David Parker Obituary
David Anthony PARKER Born in Seattle, December 20, l954, died December 17, 2006 unexpectedly. Survived by his wife, Sue; and children, Travis, Jessica, Kenny and Joey; parents, Tony and Geri Parker of Green Valley, AZ and Ron and Florence Stevenson of Seattle; and siblings, Cathy DeFever (Bob), Chris Cook (Jim) and Joanne Coriell (Alan) and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family. He graduated from West Seattle High School in 1973. A lifelong salesman employed at Hatch & Kirk Inc. of Ballard for 23 years, David was employed at Motortech USA until his death. His interests included hunting, fishing and anything outdoors with his true love outside of family being youth baseball. He was the co-founder of Seattle Stars Baseball Club est. 1998. As coach & manager of many national championship teams he was known and admired throughout the community. As expressed by Bob Rankin, friend and co-founder: "His family has lost a father and a friend, the Stars have lost their founder and a leader and the baseball community in Seattle has lost a giant of a man who did all he could to better the lives of countless young men. Dave was one of the good ones. . ." Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, December 22nd, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, 18033 15th Pl. N. E., Shoreline, WA. Hoffner Fisher & HarveyTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Parker
Joanne
November 11, 2022
It´s been almost 16 years now that you´ve been gone.
Please take care of my 2 babies that are up there with you now.
Till we all meet again, dear brother
Kenny Parker
January 18, 2007
dad. we all miss you so much. you did everything and more i could have possibly asked for in a father. you will be in my heart forever. i love you and always will. i will make you proud big bud. your my guy. i love you
love your son.
kenny
Shannon Berendt (Schmidt)
January 10, 2007
My heart goes out to all family and friends who were so lucky to have Dave in their lives. He was a specail man with a big heart! When working together at H&K he talked so highly of his family. He loved you all so dearly!!
The SK Wolfpack
January 9, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Tina Kellogg
December 26, 2006
To the Parker Family...Sue, Travis, Jessica, Kenny, Joey, Cathy, Brandon, Michelle...and all of you we haven't yet met. Our heart goes out to you in this time of loss..We love you, Tina, Carlton and Madison
The Willcock Family
December 25, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the Parker family. Dave had a remarkable capacity for compassion and understanding of people from all walks of life. He will be missed by all. Though our time with Dave was short, his impact on our lives will be endless.
Christine Cook
December 23, 2006
To be taken away from your parents and siblings, and placed into foster care, is very scary for a young child. The feelings of lost are deep and abandoning. When the Parkers accepted me and took me in, I had an older brother named "David". David made everything alright. He took me under his wing, I felt protected, he called me his "sister", He made me feel like a real person, I felt wanted. After 40 years, I am still apart of this loving family. I am still "sister" and "daughter", and so very proud of what I have. My brother "David" will always be in my heart, as I will love him forever, and carry his spirit with me.I love you David, and thank you.
Your "Sister",
Christine Cook
Marty Johnson
December 23, 2006
To the Parker Family,
The Buzz Baseball Team, it's players, coaches and family members want to send our thoughts and prayers to you. Dave was a great coach as well as a great person. The Stars and the Buzz had a great relationship between each other thanks to Dave who always had time to answer my questions and talk about these kids future. Dave will be greatly missed but thought of often, our Stars - Buzz battles will go on but they will never be the same.
kent & mary morgan
December 22, 2006
The Greensox players & coaches would like to extend our hearts to the Parker family. Dave was a great guy. We will always respect his passion for the game. He's probably rounded up a team "in the stars" right now !
Steve Parker
December 22, 2006
I wish we had more chances to hang out as adults, but I'll always treasure the memories of our fishing trips, and family get togethers as kids. It is obvious what a great impact you've made on the lives of so many people.You've done the Parker name proud!See you later cuz...
Janine Bailon
December 22, 2006
I am truly sorry for your loss. I worked with Dave at HK and had a lot of respect and admiration for him. He was a great man and am blessed to have know him. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Lentz (Bellevue & Woodinville Baseball)
December 22, 2006
To Dave's Family,
Over the years I have been fortunate to meet many people that have impacted Greater Seattle Youth Baseball.But Dave is certainly one that put his hand print in Youth Baseball. Upon learning of Dave's departure, I was truly feeling a loss for our community. Dave made such a difference in helping develop our young men in the game of baseball and life. I know his lessons will continue through the hearts of many, and his legacy will live through all the young men he has touched. He will be missed, but we were definitly blessed to have him a part of all our lives. Thanks Dave for your gift......we will miss you very much...You were a mentor to many. Thank you family for sharing Dave with us all.
Michelle Bielaski
December 22, 2006
Our family will miss you Dave. You lived your life with passion, you loved your family - and your Stars family. Thank you to the Parker family for allowing your Dad to be such an important part of our lives.
The Bielaski Family
Bob & Julie Sanchez
December 22, 2006
Dave, you are in a better position now that we are looking down on us
We will miss you and will keep praying for you and Sue,Travis, Jessica, Kenny & Joey.
Cammy Hendrix
December 22, 2006
Please know my heart aches for all of Dave's beautiful family. He was truly a magnificent man, who showed his love for his family in everything he did. How proud he was of each of his children. I have wonderful memories of Dave that I will cherish forever. Blessings and Love to all of you.
Cammy Hendrix
Tim, Coleen, & Ryan Brett
December 22, 2006
Our prayers go out to the Parker family, we will miss you in the baseball family Dave.
Betty Hopper
December 22, 2006
May all the wonderful memories of your time with David,sustain you at this most painful time.My prayers go forth for you and yours,Tony and Florence,
Love,Betty Hopper
Dave Parker, Alain Smith, Debbie Gosanko and Cheryl Freeman at Pat Cathy's party 2005.
December 22, 2006
Sara Singer
December 22, 2006
Dave, you were a wonderful man and a great uncle to me. You will be so missed. We love you!
Christine Larson
December 22, 2006
Dave,
What a blessing you have been to so many. We will miss your laughter, smile and positive attitude. We can't imagine a baseball season without you. Our loss is heaven's gain and we look forward to that time when we will be together again.
Our prayers are with your family.
Doug, Christine and Chris Larson
The Kraus Family
December 21, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dave's family for their tragic loss. It was truly a honor to know Dave and see how he influenced so many young men. Dave will be deeply missed by many. God Bless
Norm Smith
December 21, 2006
Travis, Sometimes we wonder how we get blessed in life to have fathers like yours. Thanks to Dave he's passed these same qualities on to you and the rest of the kids. Dad was a great man, a true freind to me as a child, a feirce competitor for the 1st rooster of the day, but would always share the tailfeathers with you at the end of the day. I will always remember those days we had together. With Dave heading to heaven, I guess Jesus will have to move to shortstop so there's room on 3rd for Dave. God Bless all you family....
Dave Smart
December 21, 2006
To the Parker Family,
The Seattle Rainiers Organization, it players, coaches and adminstration want to send our thoughts and prayers to you. Your father and husband was one of a kind. He was a great coach and teacher to hundreds of kids that crossed his path here on earth. I'm sure that where he is now, their playing a double header and his team as usual is winning. Thank you for letting him be part of our lives too.
David, Betsy, Hailey, Rachel Carlson
December 21, 2006
To Dave's loved ones, especially Travis, Jessica, Kenny, and Joey,
We are truly sorry for your loss. It is such a difficult thing to endure. This is when your family and friends come in to support you. A quote that is so fitting is "Don't cry because it is over; smile because it happened". This is what we think about his "Life". We will smile because it happened.
All our love.
The Harders
December 21, 2006
Thanks for your many accomplishments here on earth -- most importantly your amazing family and the deep, deep love you gave to them. We will all miss you!
Margaret, Mark, Evan, Ryan & Mallory
Karashawn Slimp
December 21, 2006
Oh Dave...you will be missed. It was such a pleasure to have the opportunity to work with you at H&K. You brought so much laughter to your co-workers. You were one of a kind. This world lost a good man.
To Dave's family & friends, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Colleen Reddy
December 21, 2006
He was bigger than life. My thoughts and prayers are with not only his family, who I love dearly, but with everyone he touched. It's a loss felted by many..
travis parker
December 21, 2006
I love you Dad, you truly are my hero. I look forward to the day when we can take the field together again...
Joanna/ Griffin Marshall/Cooper
December 20, 2006
We knew Dave through baseball and always thought he was a very nice guy and funny. All our best to the family and so sorry to hear of his passing. We will miss seeing him at the tournaments.
Kathy Christman
December 20, 2006
Happy Birthday dear Dave! I know it is happy for you. God has seen to that! We miss you dear friend.
Suzie, Evan and Carson Swink
December 20, 2006
Dear Sue, Travis, Jessica, Kenny and Joey,
Words can't express the sorrow we feel for the loss of your Dad, Best Friend, and Jokster. What a life he loved and lived. He truly made a difference. Dave Parker was one helluva a guy who will never be forgotten!!
We love you today and always.
Connie Guinn
December 20, 2006
Dave,
We love you and miss you. Thank you for the laughter, the love, the fun, for sharing your passion for living and for your love of the game. See you at the "show".
Our condolences to Dave's family.
The Guinn Family
Ethel Abadam
December 20, 2006
We were so blessed and fortunate meeting you Dave, you are truly a good man. Thank you so much from the bottom of our heart. We will miss you...Andy, Santiago, Ethel and Nestor.
To Dave's family, Our thougths and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Bob Boule
December 20, 2006
There must have been an opening in heaven for a special baseball coach. I will miss seeing you at the games in Blaine, but know you will be watching from a better place.
Kole & Steph Kinkade
December 20, 2006
Dave made a difference here on earth - we should be so lucky. Our memories are good ones...of a good man. Thank you Dave - you will be missed.
The Ryan Family
December 20, 2006
Dave was more than just the manager of our team. He was a coach, a mentor, a friend, and a father. He was the heart and soul of our team. He kept us focused and organized. He was always cracking jokes and talking with everyone. You always knew when he was around because you could hear him laughing, even from a distance. He cared about all of us. He will be greatly missed by his "Star's Family"!
My condolences to Dave's children, his parents and Sue. He loved you all and I know you will miss him.
David Cooper
December 20, 2006
So sorry to hear about this. Dave was a great guy and he did wonderful things for youth baseball. I know he'll be missed greatly by those who knew and loved him.
December 20, 2006
Jessica, Dave and Joey visiting Tiajuana while in San Diego for a tournament
December 20, 2006
Dave giving coaches and team a hug after state win 2005
December 20, 2006
Dave: Team Manager, Coach, Mentor, Father and Friend
December 20, 2006
Dave presenting team with trophy after winning Regionals
December 20, 2006
Dave with team after World Series in Atlanta
December 20, 2006
Dave and Joey with coaches Jeff and Andrew on their way into Six Flags after World Series Tournament in Atlanta
December 20, 2006
Jessica Parker
December 20, 2006
I love you daddy and I will miss you so much
Mary Borders
December 20, 2006
Sues, My heart goes out to you and your family. God decides when we leave this earth to be with him, and that is where Dave is. We should rejoice.
Rob Ross
December 20, 2006
From rather humble beginnings you truly achieved great accomplishments. You will live in our hearts always. With respect and admiration, Rob Ross.
Cathy Parker-DeFever
December 20, 2006
To my little brother I have loved you from the day you were born and forever. I miss my good friend. Until we meet again. Cath
Lanny Slater
December 20, 2006
Dave you are going to be missed and I cannot believe that I outlasted you.
Trudy and I will miss you.
Our Love to your family.
Jessica Parker
December 20, 2006
I love you daddy and I will miss you
Terry Peterson
December 20, 2006
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. The Thoughts and Love of many are with you.
Matt Carson
December 20, 2006
For all the smiles and laughs Thank You Dave. To your family, I am truly sorry for your loss.
Jessica Hoeper
December 20, 2006
He touched so many lives in so many ways. He will truly be missed. Our deepest sympathies.
-The Hoeper Family
Ken and Donna
December 20, 2006
Save me a place up there Dave, but next time I want to play third.
We love you and we will miss you, friends forever.
Danny McMillin
December 20, 2006
Be at peace, Dave. I miss you, buddy.
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