Kern County Obituaries

Richard "Dick" Parker

Submitted by Don Stowell; 13 Feb 2008

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In loving memory of Richard "Dick" Parker
by Christine Dahl Boron/North Edwards Editor
BORON—It was a sad day on October 24th, as family and friends, the community of 
Boron, U.S. Borax and the VFW Amargo Post 6313 laid Richard "Dick" Parker to rest. He 
lost his battle with coronary artery disease on October 21, 1997.
The VFW Amargo Post 6313, flew their flag at half mass in honor of a man who served 
them and his community well. He served as the VFW's Post Commander for five years. 
Dick also speerheaded bringing in the California State Lottery to the post and called Bingo 
on Wedensday nights.
Most important of all, when Parker saw a need in his commu nity, he reached out. It was 
Parker that asked the members of the Boron VFW to sponsor the Boy Scout Troop and Pack 
45, plus the Boron pageants, when they needed help in sponsorships. When he found out 
that U. S. Borax in Valencia had adopted a school, he approached U.S. Borax in Boron 
about adopting West Boron Elementary.
He was also the Boron VFW's candidate for Honorary Mayor, for Twenty Mule Team 
Days. It was his running for candidacy, that influenced others in the community to run for 
the office.
Parker was employed by U. S. Borax for 27 years. He worked in the mine department and 
was classified as a heavy equipment operator. He also served as U. S. Borax 's certified 
courier. 
Parker served three terms in the United States Army and went to Viet Nam three times 
within that time period.
He leaves behind his wife Sally, six children and five grandchildren. According to Dick 
Parker's stepson, Chris Scalici, being a good Samaritan was in his step-father's blood. 
"When someone's car was broken down on the freeway, he was always there to help them. If 
they didn't have enough money to repair their car, he would tow their vehicle to his house 
and help repair it. Till this day the Parkers still receive thank you notes, letters and 
Christmas cards from all over the states and Canada."
Richard "Dick" Parker was a man well known and well loved by many. His smile and 
friendliness will be missed by all.