Richard “Dick” “Rick” Lee Parr, age 61, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, died on December 15, 2023, at Hospice House of the EUP in Sault Ste. Marie. He was born on August 1, 1962, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to Kenneth and Sharon (Bergstrom) Parr.
Dick grew up in Sault Ste. Marie and graduated from Sault High School. He then joined the United States Navy from 1980-1984 serving his country. He lived in Sault Ste. Marie and worked as a pipefitter. He retired from this career after many years of hard work. In 2017, Dick was diagnosed with dementia, and battled this horrendous disease for six years.
Dick enjoyed fishing, golfing, and hunting. He enjoyed the adventurous moose hunting trip to Alaska with friends. He also enjoyed watching sports, his favorite teams were the Lions and Red Wings.
Dick is survived by his son, Kyle (April) Champ of Tulsa, Oklahoma; grandson, Tristan Champ; parents, Kenneth and Sharon Parr of Sault Ste. Marie; brother, Roger (Jill) Parr of Sault Ste. Marie; sister, Lannie (John) Castagne of Barbeau, Michigan.
Dick is preceded in death by his son, Dylan Parr.
To respect Dick’s wishes, there will be no services.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the EUP, 308 W. 12th Avenue, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 and/or Cedar Cove Assisted Living, 266 S. Mary L St, Cedarville, MI 49719.
Family Life Funeral Homes is serving the family. Condolences may be left to the family at www.csmulder.com
