He was born December 9, 1949 in Philadelphia; he was the son of the late Arthur and Marjorie (Given) Parker.
Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Elsie E. (Emmert) Parker; two daughters, Amanda H. Progin (Christopher) and Devon R. DiBiase (Michael); 3 grandsons, Zachary, Alex and Nathan Progin; a sister, Sandra McAlaine (Paul) and a brother, Dean Eson (Steve).
Wayne was the owner/operator of Triton Pest Control Inc. for over 25 years and was a U.S. Navy corman veteran of the Vietnam Era.
He was a member of the Living Water Community Church, where he served on the worship team and was a greeter.
All are welcome to attend the military service at 10:00 AM Friday, January 4, 2019 at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 11:30 AM Friday, January 4, 2019 at Living Water Community Church, 206 Oakleigh Ave., Harrisburg.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Morning Star Pregnancy Services, 3837 Walnut St., Harrisburg, PA 17109.