Ronnie "Keith" Parker, age 79, of Malvern, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday December 10, 2025.  He was born on March 27, 1946, in Little Rock, AR to Ezra and Letha (Collins) Parker.  He was a plant manager for Gardner Asphalt for many years working in their Florida and Texas plants.  He served in the US Navy for 30 years.

He loved playing golf, going to the casino, and in general was just a lot of fun to be around.  He will be remembered as an awesome dad and grandpa as well as a wonderful brother and uncle. He loved his family fiercely and will be missed more than words could ever express.

Survivors include; daughter, Sherry Jackson and her children Jacob and Taylor Smith; daughter Tish Parker Fruge, her husband Kenny Fruge, and their son Reagan Fruge; his sister, Marilyn Burks; brother, Larry Parker; and a host of nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

No services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warriors at: plannedgiving@woundedwarriorproject.org

Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home.  You may sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com