Ryan Edward Parker

Ryan E. Parker, of Spring Hill, Kansas, passed away on April 26, 2026. Ryan was born on May 2, 1983 in Fontana, Kansas to Rita Kay and John Ross Parker. Ryan and his mother moved to Paola, Kansas in 1994, where Ryan grew up. Ryan graduated from Paola High School in 2001. Ryan later became a quality control technician at Cardinal Glass Industries for many years. During his free time, Ryan wrote his own sci-fi stories and played creative games with his close-knit group of friends. These friendships were the cornerstone of his life, filled with great memories and shared adventures. Ryan was preceded in death by his mother, Rita Kay Parker on April 27, 2018, and his father, John Ross Parker, on September 10, 2006. Ryan is survived by his brother, Michael Parker (Kelly), two nephews, Lucas and Riley, his step sister, Pat Estes (Rodney), aunts and uncles, Tom Parker (Carlene), Ginger Pearson, Bonnie Parker, Mary Brady, as well as several cousins, and many close friends. He will be missed by all who loved and knew him. 

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, there will be a Graveside Service at 12:30 pm at Paola Cemetery, followed by a Celebration of Life also on May 9th at the Spring Hill Community Center from 3:30-5:30 pm. 

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