William David Parker

William D. (Bill) Parker, longtime Bremerton resident passed away Thursday, July 11, 2019, at Harrison Hospital.
He was born April 10, 1929, in Wibaux, MT, moving with his family to Sandpoint, ID, in 1936. After graduating high school, he worked for a while for the Dept. Of Agriculture,Forest Service, before enlisting in the Army. After discharge, he heard of an apprenticeship program with The Naval shipyards in Bremerton, joined the pipefitters union and spent the rest of his working career at the local shipyards.
After retirement, he enjoyed spending time with friends and family, woodworking making toys for his many nieces and nephews, making his rounds at local flea markets and thrift stores looking for unknown treasures.He enjoyed gardening and was a devout member of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William C. and Lucile Parker, brother in law, Bob Newton, a nephew Richard Parker and great-nephew, Ryan Parker.He is survived by his siblings, Phyllis Newton, Glendive, MT;, Richard (Gloria) Parker, Northampton, MA, Paul (Bonnie)Parker, Mattawa, WA; Nolan (Linda)Parker, Thompson Falls, MT; and Sharon (Ernie) Ahner,Sandpoint, ID., numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and a large extended family. Although he never married and had children of his own, he was much revered in his status as "Uncle Bill".
Funeral services will be held Friday, July 19, 2019, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church with recitation of the rosary at 10:30 followed by funeral Mass. Luncheon will be provided in parish hall
All family, friends, neighbors and acquaintances are welcome to attend. Memorials are appreciated to the charity of your choice.