William Parker, Sr.

William Michael Parker, better known as Mickey, beloved father, husband and friend passed away on January 21, 2021. He was born on October 18, 1947 in Pensacola where he grew up. He attended St Johns Catholic School and graduated from Pensacola Catholic High school in 1965. He then furthered his education at Florida State University where he earned a Business Finance Degree and an MBA. Upon achieving his Master’s Degree, Mickey served honorably in the United States Navy and earned his wings at Pensacola N. A. S. After serving his country, he pursued a successful career as a financial planner and various real estate endeavors.
Mickey was a long time resident of Gulf Breeze Florida, where he raised two sons Bill and Paul. For the past 27 years Mickey has resided in Warrington. He was a member of the Gulf Breeze Rotary Club and served as Vice President of the Pensacola Jaycees. Mickey belonged to the Mayoki Indian Mardi Gras organization and was an avid Florida State fan and booster. He served as President of several hunting clubs. He was an accomplished outdoorsman and especially enjoyed introducing young people to hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his son Bill, brother and sister in law Ed and Beth Parker, his brother and sister in law Richard and Deborah Parker, brother in law Jack Garnett, granddaughters Whitney and Taylor, grandson Mason, nieces Shannon Devault and Jennifer Bangham, nephew Mathew Parker.
Mickey is now with those who preceded him in death, his parents Edward and Coletta, his wife Marsha, his son Paul, his sister Kathy and brother Daniel.
In Lieu of flowers, you can make a donation to Make -A- Wish Central and North Florida