Ronald Parker, 82, loving husband to Beverly, passes away October 16, 2026. He was born on November 3, 1943, to Lewis and Sue Parker in Ft. Riley, Kansas.
Ron is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Russell. He is survived by his wife, Beverly; sisters, Susie, Barbara and Pamela; brothers, Ralph, Robert and Jeffery. Ron also has many nieces and nephews.
Ron served in the Air Force stationed at McConnell Air Force Base. After his stint in the Air Force, he was a construction superintendent for the Wichita Airport Authority at Mid Continent Airport, now known as Eisenhower Airport, retiring in December 1996. Ron enjoyed playing golf with friends and family all over the United States. He had 5 hole in ones. Ron was on the board of directors of Rolling Hills Country Club.
Ron was a strong, fair, and honest man. He shared his time with many people in need. He loved his wife Beverly deeply, enjoying life and many adventures together. Ron will be missed.
Rosary will be at 10:00 am., Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am both on Friday, October 23, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Services will be live streamed and available by clicking on the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/live/SD6CHJFpm6o?si=yP8BiLmlqf-pfnBe
Memorials have been established with: The Lord’s Diner, 520 North Broadway Street, Wichita, KS 67214 and the Guadalupe Clinic, 940 South St. Francis, Wichita, KS 67211.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.
Services
Rosary: Friday, October 23, 2026 10:00 am
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
645 N. 119th St. W.
Wichita, KS 67235
Funeral Mass: Friday, October 23, 2026 10:30 am
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
645 N. 119th St. W.
Wichita, KS 67235
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Ronald Parker 's name.







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