C.R. "Bob" Parker Clarence Robert Parker was born July 14, 1920 at Augusta, KS to George and Martha (Wing) Parker. He departed this life on Saturday, February 20, 2010, at Okeene, OK. He was one of twelve brothers and sisters.

Bob was an investigator in the U.S. Army and after discharge moved to Enid, OK and opened Duffy's Cafe. He married Alice Henneke Helberg. Later he built and opened Parker's Cafe and later the Flamingo Lounge, which he operated for 45 years and supported his family working long hours. He was a member of the Sheriffs and Peace Officers and the Masonic Lodge. After his retirement he and "Mickie" moved to Longdale, OK. His beloved wife passed away in 1989. In 1990 he met Betty Roof, and she remained loyal and at his side for 20 years.

Bob's survivors were one daughter, Peggy Williams of OKC, OK; one son, Larry Parker and wife, Barbara, of Nicoma Park , OK; three grandchildren: Scott Parker, Jodie Ann Hodges and Dustin Williams; four great-grandchildren: Chase Parker, Parker Hodges, Madison Hodges and Hallie Hodges;

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 24, 2010, at Waukomis Cemetery, with Steve Driskill officiating. Masonic rites will be performed by Canton Masonic Lodge #418. Memorial donations may be made to the O.M.R.F. Diabetes Division through the funeral home at P.O. Box 36, Canton, OK 73724.