In his youth and early adult years, he was an avid and accomplished bowler, winning many tournaments. Later, as a husband and father boating became his favorite pastime.
Wayne is survived by his loving wife Betty; son, Wayne Parker Jr. (Zelinda); daughter, Melissa (Bill); grandchildren; Adrienne, Addison, Bethany, Emma, and Will; three siblings, Katherine Lloyd, Norman Louis Parker II, and Barbara Chamberlain.
A visitation for Wayne will be held Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM with a funeral service to begin at 1:00 PM located at Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel, 3351 Scenic Highway, Pensacola, Florida. An interment will occur Thursday, December 12, 2024 at Bayview Memorial Park, 3351 Scenic Highway, Pensacola, Florida.