Johnny Earl Parker , 81, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024, in Joaquin.

His wishes were to be cremated.

Born March 3, 1943, in Shelby County, Johnny is the son of Clarence Parker and Viola Estes Parker.

He is survived by his sons, Kenneth Earl "Young Rider" Parker and wife Misty, Michael Keith Parker and wife April; daughters, Shirley "Sissy" Mertens, Fay Akers and husband Brady; grandchildren, Chelsea Roberson, Rachel Parker, Samantha Mayfield and husband Richard, Tiffany, Dale Laughter Jr., Michael Laughter, Justyn McGee, Cody Akers, Johnny Akers and wife Jaymie, Brett Spencer, Bianca Spencer, Joshua McGee, Pamela "Bean" Parker, Brayson Parker, Rolzelyn, and Caney; great grandchildren, Trevor Harvey, Lucas Lazarine, Caston Mayfield, Reelen Mayfield, Corbin Roberson, Aden O'Dowd, Mallory O'Dowd, Breylon Laughter, Myra, Bella, Brettlee, Tayleigh, Kazelyn, KJ, Amari, Dedrick, Londynn, Trinity Parker, and Axyle "Lugnut" Akers; two bonus great grandchildren, Jordan Grady and Taylor Laughter.

Preceded in death by parents, Clarence Parker and Viola Estes Parker; siblings, Floyd Parker, Acie Parker, Tommy Parker, Avis Walker, and Louise Paxton; and granddaughter, Carissa Parker.