Ralph R. Parker , 86, passed away Monday, February 18, 2019 at the Masonic Village of Burlington in Burlington Township, NJ. Born in Crosswicks, NJ he had lived in the Columbus area all his life. He began working on the family farm in Columbus, NJ and later joined the Local Union #825 Operating Engineers. Ralph later began a construction company named B & R Builders which was based out of Columbus.

Predeceased by his parents, George Parker and Elsie Wainwright and his siblings: Alfred and Robert Parker and Ester Dunn and Margaret Hay, he is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years Sharon R. Parker (nee Rowell), his brothers Edward and Kenneth Parker and many nieces, nephews and many dear friends.

A Funeral Service will be held Thursday evening 8 pm, February 21 at the Peppler Funeral Home, 122 Crosswicks St, Bordentown, NJ. Friends may call from 6 pm until time of service. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.