of Conway, AR
June 16, 1945 - December 26, 2025
Doyle Lee Parker Sr., age 80, of Conway, Arkansas, went to be with his parents in Heaven on December 26, 2025. He was born June 16, 1945, to Leemon and Lavola Parker in Conway, Arkansas. He was the first-born grandchild to both the Parker and Bradley families.
Doyle was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Kathy Parker; infant brother, Jackie Lynn Parker, and infant great granddaughter, Evelyn Grace Denton.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Debbie Wright Parker; a son, Doyle Jr (Jenny) Parker; two daughters, Melinda Parker Havens and Sherry Parker (Ronnie) Moix. He leaves behind 8 grandchildren, Trey Parker, Clay Parker, Timothy Havens, Thomas (Chrissie) Havens, Tara Havens (Robert) Bell, Jesseca Parker, Joshua Conners, Jackie Conners. And 10 great-grandchildren, Thomas, Brayden, Elias, Alivia, Daniel, Aydi, Sarah, Joshua, Isley, Raylan. He is also survived by his sister, Karen Parker Clay; nephew, Brad (Mary) Clay and their children, Carter, Grayson, and Emmy Clay, niece, Brandy Wright, great nieces, Madison Bartlett (Kayden), Breanna Fowles (Brody), Courtney Wright-Pannell; and great-great-nephew, Kowen Bartlell.
Doyle served in the Arkansas Army National Guard as 2nd Tank Commander. He retired from CHDC after 20 years of service. He was also a member of Oak Bowery Baptist Church. In his younger days he was known to play softball and box a round, he also enjoyed deer hunting, raising chickens, and loved his dogs, especially his Lala.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 2:00pm at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
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34 Condolence(s)
Tim Havens (Roho)
Friday, January 9, 2026
It took me a while to open the link because it hurt too much. I love Paw Paw and I will miss him dearly. I wish the family peace and comfort and to make it through this hard time.
Dianna & Ken Key
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Bob Clark
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Debbie, Buneva and I are praying for you and your family at a time that God will grant special Grace. Psalm 116:15
Wanda May
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Debbie & family may God give you peace and comfort through these difficult times. I'm remembering all the fun times that Doyle and me and all our cousins had playing at mamaw & popaw Parker's house. There was always something that we could get in trouble about. Great memories.
Hazel Dillehay
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Debbie....I am so sorry for your loss.
Kenneth & Dianna Key
Thursday, January 1, 2026
Our heart goes out to you, in your loss! Doyle is truly loved and will be truly missed by all! May God bless you Debbie and we are here for you, if you need anything!
Rebecca Wofford
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Sorry for your loss Doyle was a good boss I worked in the Kitchen for many years.God send comfort and peace and put your loving arms around them and bless them at thus time
mary short
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Debbie and family- I'm so very sorry to hear about Doyle. he was such a cut up. we had a lot of laughs together. I'll never forget some of the stuff that came out of his mouth. I'll be thinkin about y'all- sending much love & many prayers...
Carol Vallance
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Debbie So sorry to hear about Doyle's passing. Prayers for you and all the family. Doyle was a great boss to me at CHDC and also a good friend. Hang on to all those wonderful memories you have!
Chris Hutto
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Dear Debbie and Family.. I am sorry sorry to hear of Doyle's passing. I have known and worked along him for many years and if i could say one trait Doyle had it would be his loyalty. He was loyal as a friend,as a worker,and to his word. He was loyal to his family whom he would have done anything for. He was fortunate and blessed to have you Debbie and he knew that. I am fortunate as well to have had Doyle in my life as a co-worker and friend. I am positive Doyle is in the presence of the Lord because he had spoke of Jesus to me many times over the years. Praying for you Debbie and all of Doyle's Family in the days and weeks to come.
Barbara key
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Debbie I was so sorry to hear about Doyle’s passing. My heart goes out to you and the family. May God give you strength to get through. I worked at CHDC seven years. Doyle was always a good friend
Barbara key
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Debbie I was so sorry to hear about Doyle’s passing. My heart goes out to you and the family. May God give you strength to get through. I worked at CHDC seven years. Doyle was always a good friend
Ricky Whitaker
Monday, December 29, 2025
Debbie, so sorry to hear about Doyle's passing. Prayers for you and all the family.
Sandra Barnett
Monday, December 29, 2025
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Doyle at the old Piggly Wiggly here in Conway. He was one of the most kind hearted men I’ve ever met Thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort for you.
Brenda Mize
Monday, December 29, 2025
So sorry for your loss prayers for peace and comfort during this very difficult time.
Billie Lou lawrence
Monday, December 29, 2025
So sorry to hear about Doyle. Thinking of you!
Janie Cannon
Monday, December 29, 2025
I’m sorry to hear of Doyle’s passing. I am a first cousin to Doyle, but never spent a lot of time around him. I grew up in Phoenix, AZ and only visited in the summer. I will be praying for the family that GOD will give you peace, strength and comfort through this. I love all of you!
Mary Laing Jones
Monday, December 29, 2025
So many good memories of the good times! Guy and Doyle loved to cut meat on the island in our kitchen!
We laughed and had so much fun! He was a snow breakfast guru at the Center! Doyle loved his staff and the residents at CHDC! Very good friend!
Carol Parker Burr
Monday, December 29, 2025
Debbie, JR, Melinda & Sherry & Karen. So sorry your loss. I grew up watching Doyle . I’ll never forget him getting on the bus to leave for Fort Polk LA. When I visited his parents he would always come over to see them. He was my 1st cousin on the Parker side. Man I am going to miss all of your stories through Karen and others . God Bless you all.
Jennifer Ethridge
Monday, December 29, 2025
Doyle was a special friend, I worked with him many years at CHDC. Prayers for Debbie and all the family.
Garry and Rose Moore
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Sorry for your loss, Debbie.
jimmy richardson
Sunday, December 28, 2025
I knew Doyle for many years as we served together in Troop E and thru construction work with many of his relatives. He always had a big smile and a big hand shake when we happen to run into each other. I hate to hear of his passing and will pray for peace and comfort for his family.
Matthew Moss
Sunday, December 28, 2025
So sorry here about Doyle Parker I work out at chdc in kitchen & he was a great man I really blessed I got to work with him got to knowing him he will be missed u go rest high Doyle going to miss u buddy.
Dorothy Stewart Morlan
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Doyle was always a great friend. So sad about his death. May God hold all his family close and comfort all of them. Blessings to all and prayers for comfort. Dorothy Jones Stewart Morlan. A very good class mate.
Johnny West
Sunday, December 28, 2025
I remember going out to his parents house when I was a kid they were good people. I really didn’t know him, but I’ve heard his name RIP
Doyle and Linda Jackson
Sunday, December 28, 2025
A great friend. He will be missed.
Timothy Havens
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Doyle always treated me with respect I know he loved his family and grandchildren very much. My thoughts and prayers are with Debbie and all of the family.
Tommie
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Doyle was a great cousin. Only visiting a week a year. I thought a lot Doyle as we grew up together playing games.
Also with my brother Tony and Aunt Eva. Our age being with in 2 years of each other.
Barbara Smith
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Doyle was a good friend. I worked with him for many years and he always supported the developmentally disabled. I’m praying for all of you dear family, for your peace with his passing and that God will give you comfort in his absence.
Patricia Walsh
Sunday, December 28, 2025
So sorry about your lose. I was a neighbor who next door to you at the Victory /courts.
Ronnie and Carolyn Jones
Sunday, December 28, 2025
I remember Doyle from your years at Second Baptist and Ronnie through Farm Bureau. We are praying for you all in your sad loss but thankful he is healed in Heaven.
Linda Lewis
Sunday, December 28, 2025
My heart goes out to you, Debbie, and to the rest of the family. Please know that I am thinking of you, and am here to help.
Janell Kersey
Sunday, December 28, 2025
So very sorry to hear of Doyle’s passing. My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you. Love to the family.
Kim Stigall
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Doyle so sorry to hear about your dad passing. But you know he’s not in any more pain. Love you if you need anything holler at me