Roper Funeral Home and Crematory 206 Holly St Jasper, GA 30143 (706) 253-7500 (706) 253-0040 www.roperfuneralhome.com Kenneth Parker, age 80 of Jasper, Georgia passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. Kenneth was born on December 28, 1945 in Savannah, GA to James and Margaret Ivey Parker. Kenneth attended Clemson University and Southern Polytechnic State University earning degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. He served in the Navy for 8 years, serving on multiple ships including the USS Sylvania. Kenneth worked with Johnson Controls for 40 years as an Instructor of education and training. Kenneth enjoyed being an amateur radio operator and an Old South Productions videographer. And Kenneth really loved chasing trains and traveling with the love of his life. Survivors include: Wife, Nancy "Kay" Parker; children, David Parker (Michelle), John Parker (Anna), and James "Rusty" Parker (Melissa); grandchildren, Landon Parker, Abby Parker, Ward Parker, Bentley Parker, and Birdie Parker; sister, Elaine Johnson; nieces, Kimberly Eppley and Amy Defore; and nephew, Billy Parker. Kenneth is also survived by his furbaby, Gizmo Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, James and Margaret Parker; sister, Laura Lee Parker; brother, James Parker, Jr; and nephew, Alan Parker. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 1:00pm at Forest Lawn Memorial Park; 946 Waddell St, Breman, GA 30110. Arrangements are entrusted to the Staff of Roper Funeral Home and Crematory.