Rufus A. Parker, 82, of Xenia, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at Harmony of Xenia. He was born May 26, 1938, in Portsmouth, Ohio, the son of Steve and Ruth Crabtree Parker. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, and retired from General Motors. He is survived by his wife, Jacquelyn Sue "Jackie" (Kell) Parker, whom he married, June 20, 1965, a daughter, Jennifer (Jeff) Brown, Waynesville, a son, John Parker, Xenia, seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a brother, Sunset (Cheryl) Parker, Eufaula, Alabama, by several nieces and nephews, and by many close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Sundeena Parker, and by a brother, Jeff Parker. Rufus will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Private services were held at the convenience of the family.  Condolences may be made to the family at www.NeeldFuneralHome.com .