Kenneth L. Parker, 96, formerly of Forest, IN, passed away on June 24, 2026 at IU Health in Frankfort. He was born February 25, 1930 to Russell and Elsie (Abbott) Parker in Forest. Kenneth married Patricia A. Terrell on September 27, 1952 in Forest.
Kenneth was a graduate of the Forest High School class of 1948. He served in the United States Army, reaching the rank of Corporal, and was discharged in February of 1953. Kenneth spent 34 years working in Kokomo at Haynes Stellite International. He was a member of the Forest Baptist Church where he also served as a deacon for more than fifty years. Kenneth was a member of the Masonic Lodge #82 in Russiaville and also enjoyed carpentry work. When he was younger he liked to roller skate, go camping, and participate in square dancing with the Kokomo Swinging Squares.
Surviving are his wife of 73 years: Patricia, his son: Jeff (Annette) Parker of Kokomo, his daughter: Penny (Ed) Clendenning of Frankfort, as well as five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, daughter: Debbie Whiteman, brothers: Dick, Jack, and Joe Parker, and half-brother: Bob Parker.
Friends may visit Thursday, July 2nd from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. at Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main St., Frankfort. Memorials may be made in honor of Kenneth to Forest Baptist Church, 9353 E South A St, Forest, IN 46039. Goodwin Funeral Home is honored to assist the Parker family. Please visit goodwinfuneralhome.com where you may share a condolence with the family.