James "Aaron" Parker, age 38, passed away on December 24, 2025. He was a loving father, son, brother, and a man whose greatest joy was his two children.

Born on June 6, 1987 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to James "Mike" and Carla Parker, Aaron walked a life that included both joy and challenge. Like many, he faced personal struggles along the way, yet through it all, his love for his children, Landon Ace, 14, and Gracie Sky, 12, never wavered. They were his heart, his pride, and his reason to hope for a brighter future.

Aaron expressed love in quiet but meaningful ways—through shared laughter, thoughtful conversations, and moments that reminded his children how deeply they mattered to him. He believed in them fiercely and wanted nothing more than for them to know they were cherished beyond measure. When he was with his children all the noise of the world was silent. During their time together he was able to expose his silly, carefree spirit and experience pure joy, peace, and unwavering love. He had a great desire for his children to not repeat his mistakes. He shared with them his challenges, mistakes, and regrets openly without shame but with pure intention for a brighter future for them with less struggles or hardships as he has endured. His greatest fear was for his children to repeat his mistakes and not be able to fully enjoy life.

Those who knew Aaron remember his sense of humor, infectious laughter, and his ability to connect with others and have a good time. His story is one of love, resilience, struggle and the importance of compassion.

Aaron is survived by his children, Landon and Gracie, their mother and life-long friend Sunnie Gourley, siblings Michael and Sarah, aunts, cousins, and a host of friends. He is preceded in eternal life by his loving mother & best friend-Carla Jean (Parker) Staires, father-James Michael "Mike" Parker, Grandmother "Nanny" Carolyn Staires, Grandparents Jim and Maragret Parker, and Aunt Darla (Staires) Stanford. Though his time was far too short, the love he gave—especially to his children—will continue to live on through them.

To his children: Your dad loved you more than words could ever say. Every dream he held for the future included you. Carry with you the knowledge that you were his greatest success, his deepest pride, and his truest love. When life feels heavy, remember that you were—and always will be—enough. His love lives on in your laughter, your strength, and the kindness you share with the world. Remember every choice matters and search for the joy in life and spend your time in those moments!