Parker Willard Burnham, 80, of Dallas, N.C., died February 20, 2014.

He was born in Boothbay to the late Lester and Louise Burnham on February 22, 1933.

Parker was a member of the Dallas Masonic Lodge #263 and a member of Rankin Lake Baptist Church.

He is survived by four children, Aaron Burnham of Polkville, N.C., Timothy Burnham (Darla) of Grand Island, Neb., Melodee Burnham (Kevin) of Boothbay, Rebecca Charron of Brunswick, step-daughter, Pam Addington (Gary) of Lincolnton, N.C.; five siblings, Stanley, Douglas and Cecil Burnham, Beverly Burnham and Maude Winchenbach; 10 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Parker was predeceased by his wife, Phyllis Cline Burnham, and one brother, Sheldon Burnham.

A graveside service was held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Long Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Dallas. The Rev. James Loftis officiated.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gaston Lodge #263, 212 S. College St., Dallas, NC 28034. Online condolences may be made at: www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com. Carothers Funeral Home, Gastonia, N.C. is serving the Burnham family.