James M. Parker

James M. Parker, 81, owner of JM Parker Construction Company, Inc., passed away on Sunday, August 26, 2018. Jim was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather who put family first. He was a long time member of Central Community Church, enjoyed traveling and gave many hours of his time to help and mentor others. Preceded by parents, 2 brothers, 3 sisters and his son Ronald. Survived by his loving wife of 59 years Nila, children: Deanna (Tom) Knapp, Randy (Rose) Parker, John Parker, Lori (Chuck) Wagner and Steve Parker, 17 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Jim made a lasting impression on so many people, they also considered him "Dad". Visitation with family present 6-8pm, Thurs. Aug. 30th at Hillside Funeral Home West, 2929 W. 13th. Funeral Service, 10am, Friday, Aug. 31st at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple with burial to follow at Greenwoood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market St., Wichita, KS 67202 or Central Community Church Motivators Class, 6100 W. Maple, Wichita, KS 67209.