Born on September 11, 1945, in Madisonville, Kentucky, Kenny was the beloved son of Rance and Lois Parker.
A dedicated member of Southeast Christian Church Prospect Campus, Kenny was deeply rooted in his faith and community. He lead mission trips to Poland on behalf of King's Players Youth Ministry since 2004. Kenny graduated from Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science Business degree. He retired from the Kentucky Army National Guard as a Major after 27 years of service. Kenny worked for Bayer, Inc. in the Diagnostic Division as a National Accounts Manager for 20+ years before retiring. Kenny was an avid golfer, belonging to Oldham County Country Club. He was a joy to be around with his humor and infectious personality.
Kenny was a devoted husband to Ruth Parker; a loving father to his children, Kris Irwin (Ben), Kenneth Michael (Jamie), and Kendra Kalos; proud Coach to his six grandchildren, Ashby, Hayden, Maddie, Kami, Kenneth, and Mac; a brother to, David Parker (Nancy), Barbara Goodloe, and Nancy McClearn (Kevin); extended family and friends.
A celebration of Kenny's life will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Southeast Christian Church Prospect Campus, 12650 W Hwy 42, Prospect, KY 40059 at 4pm with a gathering starting at 2pm until the start of the service.
Donations can be made to King's Players Youth Ministry in Kenny's memory by mailing your check to 706 W Jefferson St, LaGrange, KY 40031.
His life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his family and faith. Kenny will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.
