The Rev. Dr. David B. Parke died on June 6, 2020, at the age of 91.

David is survived by his four sons: Richard, John (wife Brett Warren), Edward (wife Dawn Walnut), and William (wife, Elizabeth); his two daughters: Robin Melavalin (wife Dianne Hammer); and Alison Melavalin; his eight grandchildren, and four great grandchildren; his brother Andrew; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his older brother, Robert Parke Jr.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the NAACP, 4805 Mt. Hope Dr., Baltimore, MD, 21215.

A memorial service will be held in Boston at a later date. Burial will be at Forrest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo, NY.

Notes of condolences may be sent to John Parke, Jr. at 51 Center Street, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675

UURMaPA will contribute $50 to the UUMA Endowment Fund in honor of our colleague’s ministry.

A more informed obituary will be forthcoming.