Dean Tate Parker, Sr., age 82, of Anderson, SC, passed away Monday, February 27, 2023, at NHC Healthcare Anderson. Born May 5, 1940, in Anderson, he was a son of the late Robert N. Parker, Sr. and Aurelia Tate Parker. He was also preceded in death by his nephew, Robert N. Parker, III. Dean spent his career in the wholesale car business. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed going to the mountains and fishing. He is survived by his son, Dean "Tate" Parker, Jr.; step-daughter, Kimberly Gordon; brother, Robert "Bob" N. Parker, Jr.; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels, PO Box 285, Anderson, SC 29622.