Bill Rickey Parker Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Bill Rickey Parker (Temple, Texas), who passed away on December 24, 2025 at the age of 71. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bill Rickey Parker to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his close friend Marilyn Maxwell; and his brothers, O. D. Jr. (Doll), Ennis (Pobbie), Jackie Joel (Rooster), Jerry (Slick) and Stoney.
He is survived by: his son Marcus Maxwell Sr. (Jim); his grandchildren, Zaydia Maxwell, Marcus Maxwell Jr. and Jace Maxwell; and his siblings, Jean Drew, Barbara Parker, Sandra Thomas, Phoebe Watkins and Vickey Parker. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, January 9th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Don D. Summers Funeral Chapel (1630 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Temple, TX 76504). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the same location.