Island resident Carlyle V. Parker, age 90, died Aug. 19 on Bainbridge.

He was born Sept. 4, 1912 in West Carthage, N.Y. to Albert and Marion Parker.

On Oct. 23, 1944, he married Ruth Taylor Parker in Washington D.C.; she preceded him in death.

He retired in 1984 from a 43-year career with the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C. For his contributions, the Secretary of the Navy honored him with a Distinguished Civilian Service Award for his work in radar, and a Career Service Award.

He was an active member of the Episcopal church. Formerly a resident of Alexandria, Va., he spent the past 11 years on Bainbridge.

He is survived by daughter Mary L. Parker of Bainbridge, son Paul C. Parker of Bremerton, one grandchild and four great-granchildren.

Memorial services will be held 7:30 p.m. Sept. 3 at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church. Burial will be at Haven of Rest in Gig Harbor.

Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society or to a favorite charity supporting children in poverty.