Jesse Willard Parker's Obituary
Jesse Willard Parker age 81 of Arlington, Tennessee passed away on February 17, 2026.
He was born on May 7, 1944 in Memphis, Tennessee to the late Elbert Willard and Loleen Elizabeth Haden Parker.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Allan Parker.
He found his greatest joy in the simple pleasures of life — camping under the open sky, boating on peaceful waters, and riding through the Smoky Mountains on his beloved Honda Goldwing trike and his beloved dog, Smokey. The mountains brought him a special kind of freedom, and the open road was where he felt most at home. Whether surrounded by nature or the steady hum of his motorcycle beneath him, he embraced every adventure with a full heart and a love for the journey.
He is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Lisa Bullock; his son-in-law, Buck Bullock; and his grandsons, Josh Bullock, Damon Bullock, and Brandon Bullock, along with five cherished great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his son, Keith Parker; his sister, Aileen Clem; his cousin, Edward Haden; and Sally Jones, his devoted life partner of over 25 years and faithful riding companion.
His legacy lives on in the memories they shared and the love he gave so freely to his family and friends.
Services for Jesse will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the Fireside chapel at Memorial Park Funeral Home. The family will receive family and friends for visitation an hour prior to the service from 10:00am to 11:00am. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.
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