Continuously serving Kosciusko County since 1854
Jerry D. “JP” Parker died Jan. 22, 2026, in Bradenton, Fla.
He was born Sept. 22, 1943, to Virgil and Clara Parker in Denton County, Texas. On Jan. 29, 1965, he married Rosemary Ring.
JP was know in the racing community as a car builder and an engine builder, spending time at Warsaw Speedway and other tracks. He was the owner of JP Machine Shop.
Jerry leaves behind his wife, Rosemary; son, Scott Parker; and granddaughter, Hannah Parker. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Sherry Parker.
A public celebration of life will be held Sept. 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Miller’s Merry Manor Community Room for friends and family.
