James Harold Parker

James Harold Parker, 79, passed away on August 1, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana due to complications from leukemia. He was born November 28, 1945 in Minneapolis, Minnesota and lived in Arizona most of his life. He married Bettye Riggs on June 9, 1972 in the Mesa Arizona Temple. Following her death, he married Sally Pettingill on April 13, 2019.

He is survived by his second wife Sally, children Marc, Kerin (John), and Lindsay (Craig), and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Bettye.

Jim served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served a full time mission in Chile. He also served as bishop in the Johnson Ranch ward, high councilman and many various callings throughout his life. He loved working with his hands and enjoyed many hobbies such as woodworking and building things from models to pieces of furniture. His family and friends will miss him greatly and look forward to seeing him again someday.

Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.