Timothy V. Parker '63'

Timothy Van Parker, 63, of Longview, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026. Tim was born on September 24, 1963, to Mardy and Cherry Parker.

Tim was a graduate of Hallsville High School and attended Texas A&M University and the University of North Texas. Throughout the years, he worked at several food service establishments, most recently serving as Manager at Cowboy Chicken, a position he held for several years.

Tim enjoyed spending time with his wife, Ailen, and his children, Courtney, TJ, and Amelia, whom he loved dearly. His family was very important to him, and he treasured the time they spent together.

Tim is survived by his loving wife, Ailen Talle Parker; his children, Courtney, TJ, and Amelia; his stepdaughters, Bianca and Whitney; his father, Mardy Parker; his sisters, Tami Broach and Vicki (Eric) Jacobs; his brother, Trey (Rhonda) Parker; and his many beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Those nieces and nephews include Brandon (Brooke) Broach, Dustin Shirley, Trent (Madi) Parker, Kathryn Parker, Ryan Parker, and Dillon Jacobs. He is also survived by his great-nieces and great-nephews, Braddox and Baylor Broach, Jasper Jacobs, and River Parker.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Cherry Parker, and his nephew, Corey Broach.