Michael Lee Parker

Mike passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at the age of 71 after a two-year battle with cancer. Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, he managed his illness with strength and grace and on his final day, he was surrounded by his two daughters and wife of 38 years.

Mike was born on May 9, 1949 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was born the third of four children to Kenneth and Alice Parker. Mike graduated from Portsmouth High School in Portsmouth, Ohio, then went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from San Diego State University and his Ph.D. in Microbiology from UCLA.

Mike was happily married to Marilyn who was his partner in life for 38 years. He was a devoted father to his two beautiful daughters, who were the most important part of his life.

Mike was an avid boater, enjoying both sail and power boats. He and Marilyn enjoyed many years boating throughout the San Juan Islands and the Gulf Islands in British Columbia. He had a love of food and was a master cook in the kitchen. He enjoyed traveling and spent time touring throughout France, Spain, and Italy and relaxing in Mexico.

Mike is survived by his wife Marilyn Parker; two daughters, Megan Parker and Kim Brooks-Lindquist; son-in-law David Lindquist; his grandson Luke Brooks; and his sister Cheryl Tindall.

He will be deeply missed by his friends, family and all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s name may be made to the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance or Providence Hospice of Seattle. Michael received wonderful care from SCCA’s sarcoma group and Providence Hospice of Seattle, and with their support he was able to be at home with his loved ones in his final months.

For Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, donations may be made online at https://secure.seattlecca.org/ or sent to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, PO Box 24385, Seattle, WA 98124-0385. Checks may be made payable to SCCA with indication that they are in memory of Michael Parker.

For Providence Hospice of Seattle, donations may be made online at

https://washington.providence.org/donate/hospice-of-seattle-foundation/ways-to-give/give-now