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Clarksville Resident Thomas Burke Parker II Dies at 89
Longtime real estate professional and Navy veteran was also devoted to missionary work in Russia
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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Thomas Burke Parker II, a 89-year-old resident of Clarksville, Tennessee, passed away at his home on February 23, 2026. Parker was a longtime real estate professional who also served in the U.S. Navy and was devoted to missionary work in Russia alongside his wife for 10 years.
Why it matters
Parker's passing marks the loss of a prominent community member in Clarksville who was known for his real estate career, military service, and international missionary work. His life and contributions highlight the diverse backgrounds and interests of many longtime Clarksville residents.
The details
Thomas Burke Parker II was born on January 12, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri to Thomas Parker and Peggy Shank Parker. He spent much of his career in real estate but was also deeply involved in Christian missionary work, serving in Russia for 10 years with his wife Martha. Parker was a member of First Baptist Church in Clarksville.
- Thomas Burke Parker II passed away at his home on February 23, 2026.
- A Celebration of Life service will be held on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 1:00pm at First Baptist Church in Clarksville.
The players
Thomas Burke Parker II
A 89-year-old resident of Clarksville, Tennessee who worked in real estate and was devoted to missionary work in Russia.
Martha Babock Parker
The wife of Thomas Burke Parker II who served alongside him in missionary work in Russia.
First Baptist Church
The church in Clarksville, Tennessee where Thomas Burke Parker II was a member and where his Celebration of Life service will be held.
The takeaway
Thomas Burke Parker II's life exemplified the diverse interests and backgrounds of many longtime Clarksville residents, as he balanced a career in real estate with a deep commitment to missionary work and service to his local church community.
