Russell “Russ,” Parker  age 64, of Braham, MN, passed away peacefully at his home on January 14, 2026.

Russell found his greatest happiness outdoors and with his family & friends. He loved fishing, small game hunting, collecting rocks, and playing cribbage, and especially cherished time spent at their property up north. Russ was a loving husband, a wonderful father, and a proud Opa.

Russell was preceded in death by his parents, Barbara Hoffman and Clifford Parker; brother, Jeffrey Parker; and stepfather, Val Hoffman.

He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Sylvia Parker; daughter, Amber (Kurtus) Dhaene; brother, Anthony “Tony” Parker; grandsons, Emmett and Dawson; and many loving stepsiblings, extended family, and friends.

A celebration of Russ’s life is being planned for a later date; further details to come.

"You are not here, and yet you are everywhere. -Edward Lee"