Billy "Bones" Parker

February 25, 1961 - March 21, 2022

Saltillo—Billy “Bones” Parker passed away at his home in Saltillo on March 21, 2022 after a brief illness. He was born February 25, 1961 in Tupelo to Verdie Elijah Parker and Myrtle Dill Parker. He was an Over The Road truck driver for 35 years. After operating his own trucking company for 20 years, Billy was currently employed by Williams Logistics of Tupelo. He enjoyed spending his free time with his family, especially his grandson, Cooper. You could always catch him eating Little Debbie snacks and ice cream. Billy leaves behind his loving wife of 41 years, Melissa “Missy” Floyd Parker of Satillo; three sons, Matthew Parker (Nancy) of Guntown, William Parker (Brooke) of Saltillo, and Casey Parker (K.C.) of Pontotoc; grandson, Cooper Parker (AKA “his Buddy”); a brother, Bobby Parker of Saltillo; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Zachary Dwayne Parker. Visitation will be 4 until 7 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2022 at W.E. Pegues, Saltillo. Services honoring Billy’s memory will be 11 a.m. Saturday with Bro. Darin Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Lebanon Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jamie Franks, Andy Hodges, Brent Floyd, John Wooten, Trey Rodgers, and Jason Brown. Billy’s sons and grandson will serve as honorary pallbearers. Expressions of sympathy and fond memories may be shared at www.peguesfuneralhome.com.