R. Burton Parker ’37

Burt died Nov. 6, 2005, at his home in Sewickley, Pa. He was 91.

Burt lived most of his life in Ben Avon, Pa. He came to Princeton from Exeter, majored in politics, and was a member of Tiger Inn. After graduation, he worked for H.H. Robertson until 1959, with time out during World War II to serve four years in the Navy on the destroyer USS Davidson as a lieutenant j.g. He eventually became a partner with the Kay Richards brokerage firm that later became Parker/Hunter. He retired in 1999 at age 85.

Burt served as an elder of the Presbyterian Church of Sewickley, was a member of the Duquesne and Princeton clubs and the Allegheny Country Club, and was an original member of the 300 Baseball Club. An avid golfer, he won several tournaments in his early years.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mary Wettach Parker; daughters Ann Parker Demong and Joan Elaine Parker; two grandsons; and one great-grandson. His daughter Sallie Louise Parker predeceased him.

At his memorial service, Burt was remembered as a warm, compassionate family man and a caring friend to many. We also remember him that way and offer our sincere sympathies to all.

The Class of 1937