Dennis Michael Parker Sr., 64, of Perryville, Missouri, passed away at 8:55 am, Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Southeast Hospital, Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
He was born to the late Louis G. and Theresa (nee Sheahan) Parker on December 2, 1958 in St. Louis, Missouri.
Dennis married Michelle Tastet on August 7, 2009; she survives.
He had worked as a truck driver for over 25 years.
Dennis was a bass player in the OG band. He loved music, motorcycles and cars. He also loved to spend time with his grandchildren and his road dog Tuggy.
Survivors:
Wife:
Michelle Parker Perryville, MO
3 Children:
Carrie (Toby) Cortez Thibodeaux, LA
Christopher Parker Perryville, MO
Michael (DeAnna) Parker Maryville, TN
2 Step Children:
Drew Usea Perryville, MO
Destiney Usea New Orleans, LA
6 Siblings:
Rick (Jessica) Parker Chester, IL
Mary (Gary) Conder Ellis Grove, IL
John (Brenda) Parker Steeleville, IL
Jan (Larry) Guethle Chester, IL
Rose (Gene) Bowen Chester, IL
Frank (Judy) Parker Jonestown, PA
12 Grandchildren
Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends
Preceded in Death by: Parents, 1 Son – Dennis Parker, Jr., 2 Brothers – Louis and Robert Parker and 4 Nephews – Bobby Bowen, Bradley Parker, Richard Reed and George Reed
Funeral Service:
11:00 am, Friday, March 17, 2023
Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois
Officiating:
Rev. Phillip Keeton
Visitation:
Friday – 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois
Memorials:
Family Choice