Wayne "Slick" Parker

Wayne “Slick” E. Parker, 76 of Clayton, DE, formerly of Oyster, VA gained his wings on April 16, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Slick was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing. Slick was born on April 13, 1950. Son of the late William (Digger) Spencer Parker and Virginia (Skipper) Pearl Brady Parker of Oyster, VA.

Slick began working at the age of 12, bagging groceries at McCready's. He later worked at C&D Seafood in 1976, where he met his longtime friend Ned Doughty. Slick joined Ned when he acquired KMC Canning Factory, where he became friends with Joey Johnson. In 1989, they relocated the business to Clayton, Delaware, where he worked for Nature's Pride/Hanover. His career progressed to Sydells in Hartly, Delaware, and finally to Red Bird Farms/Ise/Cal-Mine Foods in Warwick, Maryland, until his health declined.

Slick enjoyed fishing, crabbing, and anything related to saltwater. He would visit Dover Downs to bet on horse races, including the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes. You could also spot him frequenting places that sold lottery tickets. Slick loved the holidays, especially Christmas, which meant there would be lots of food. He enjoyed eating everything—from boiled fish and raw hot dogs to marsh hens.

Slick is survived by his wife, Patricia Parker; daughter, Melissa Long (Tony); son, Spencer Parker (Drucilla); stepchildren, James Permelia, Tracy Hunter (James), and Shaun Permelia (Kristie); 4 grandchildren, Morgan & Dylan Eder, Seth & Jordan Parker; 11 step-grandchildren; and 2 step-great grandchildren. Slick will also be missed by his beloved dogs Molly and Natalie. Slick was preceded in death by not only his father and mother but also his siblings, sister, Catherine Darlene Parker Brady; and brothers, William S. Parker Jr., Alvin ( Buddy) S. Parker, and Douglas R. Parker, and Randall L Parker; nephews, Harry (Curly) Parker and Ronnie Brady; and his beloved pets, Cuddles and Macy.

A celebration of life service will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at the American Legion Northampton Post 56, 20210 N. Bayside Rd, Cheriton, VA 23316, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, where family and friends can gather to honor Slick’s Memory.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www. doughtyfuneralhome.com.

Local arrangements made by Doughty Funeral Home in Exmore, Virginia.