Michael Lee Parker, a Stroud resident, was born in Livermore, California, on November 8, 1949, and departed this life in Stroud, Oklahoma, on Friday, August 4, 2006 at the age of 56 years.

Michael was the son of Llewllyn Andrew and Ruth Elma Porter Parker.

He was a resident of Stroud since 2004, a Christian, and worked as a truck driver.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include one son, Russell A. Parker of Anthem, Arizona, one brother, Bill Parker, one sister, Janet Schildmeyer of California, one granddaughter, Perrin Asher Parker of Anthem, Arizona, as well as other relatives and many friends.

Burial was in Stroud Cemetery under the direction of Parks Brothers Funeral Service.

Published January 10, 2006.