Parker, Derek Kevin – Age 64 of Middleton, Annapolis Co., passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Toronto, ON, he was a son of Elsa May Bezanson and the late Leland James Parker "Wimpy". Derek enjoyed and was certainly talented at painting, carving, and writing. Derek is survived by his mother, Elsa; sons, David & Christopher; daughter, Jennifer (Ben); brother, Steven; sister, Andrea (Steve); several grandchildren; and a plethora of friends, including, Linda  Fletcher. Cremation has taken place. There will be a celebration of Derek's life at 1 p.m. Friday, October 13, 2023, in the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 1 Middleton, 205 Marshall St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Valley Regional Hospital Foundation. The online guestbook may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com