Terry Lee Parker, 47, of Stanwood, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital.

Terry was born on April 20, 1979, in Big Rapids, the son of John and Wanda (Tucker) Parker.

Terry had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and especially enjoyed cutting firewood with his dad. He spent several years working in construction alongside his brother. He loved playing softball with his family, and everyone who knew him affectionately knew him as “T-Top.”

One of Terry’s favorite pastimes was taking weekly thrifting trips with his mom. He also found great joy in gardening, with onions and strawberries being among his favorite things to grow. Terry was known for his cheerful spirit, kind heart, and genuine love for everyone he met. Family was always at the center of his life, and he treasured every opportunity to spend time with those he loved. He was well known for eating homemade candy and cookies. Above all else, Terry adored his cats and cherished the time he spent with his family.

He is survived by his loving parents, John and Wanda Parker of Stanwood; his siblings, Wannetta Little of Stanwood, John Parker Jr. (Marcie Stange) of Kentucky, and Tracey (Brian) Guthrie of Stanwood; his special uncles, Donny (Timmer) Parker, and Bob (Mary) Parker; his special aunts, Mona Lile, Carol (Lonnie) Carr, and Johnna (Harold) Buchanan; as well as many other aunts and uncles, several nieces and nephews, one great-nephew, and many extended family members and friends.

Terry was preceded in death by his grandparents, Allen and Freda Parker, Maynard Tucker,  and Gordon and Twilla Matthes; his brother-in-law, Ron Little; Cinda (Bill) Brocker; and many more aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral services celebrating Terry’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Mohnke Janowicz Funeral Home in Big Rapids. His family will greet friends from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. on Monday, July 20th, at the funeral home, and again on Tuesday beginning at 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Terry will be laid to rest in Stanwood Cemetery.

Terry will be remembered for his infectious smile, generous heart, unwavering love for his family, and the kindness he shared so freely with everyone whose lives he touched.