Marion Burton Parkey

Marion Burton Parkey

August 21, 1924 - April 14, 2019

Marion Burton Parkey, 94, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2019, at U.K. Hospital. Born August 21, 1924, he was the son of the late William A. and Lola Parkey.

Marion was a United States Army veteran serving in WW II as a medic. He was a member of Steele’s Chapel Christian Church and was a minister for over 60 years. Two of his favorite pastimes were fishing and reading.

In addition to his father and mother, he was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years and mother of his children, Wilma Kathleen Gibbs Parkey; infant daughter, Teresa Gail; siblings: Jennings, Virginia, Rebecca, and Alma; and his second wife, Polly Etta Masters.

He leaves behind his son, Marion Kenton Parkey and wife Terry; his son, Edward Douglas Parkey and wife Karen; grandchildren: John Parkey, Mark Parkey, Ramey Furnish, Scott Parkey, and Jaime Barnes; and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, other relatives, and numerous friends. He will be deeply missed.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 17, 2019, in the Hart Funeral Home Chapel with John Parkey officiating. Burial will follow in Corinth Cemetery with full military honors by the D.A.V. Chapter 158.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M – 1:00 P.M. Wednesday at Hart Funeral Home, located at 1011 Master Street in Corbin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Steele’s Chapel Christian Church 2376 W. 5th Street RD Corbin, KY 40701.

3 Comments
  • Jean Suiter
    Posted at 12:43h, 16 April Reply

    We are heartbroken over the loss of this man. He was dear to the whole congregation of Steele’s Chapel Christian church and will be missed so so much!!! We love Marion.
    Lela and Arvin Peace
    and Jean Suiter

  • Garry Gibbs
    Posted at 15:53h, 16 April Reply

    My thoughts and prayers are with Kenton, Doug, and their families during this difficult time in their lives. I have fond memories of Uncle Marion going back many years. It is hard to accept that he is no longer with us, but he definitely is in a better place. I wish I could be there for the funeral, but circumstances prevent it. Kenton and Doug, your Aunt Jenny also sends her condolences.

  • Randall Sanders and Phyllis
    Posted at 04:32h, 17 April Reply

    We have known Brother Marian Parkey for many years.He was a very nice Christain man.He will be sadly missed.Our condolences to his family.

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