About Bobby Parker
Lived 1925 – 1997 (aged 72). Bobby Parker was a British association football player.
Bobby Parker (16 February 1925 – 1 March 1997) was a Scottish footballer. Parker played for Partick Thistle and most notably for Hearts.
Heart of Midlothian Parker was signed at the age of 22 by Hearts manager Davie McLean on 5 April 1947. He debuted the season after on 16 August 1947 in a 3-2 Scottish League Cup section game 3–2 defeat away to Airdrieonians.
His last first team appearance was that season on 23 November 1957 in a 2–1 defeat away to Clyde.
After retiring as a player he joined the Hearts back room team coaching the reserves. He then joined the Heart's board of directors in which he also had a spell as chairman.
Parker died on 1 March 1997, two weeks after his 72nd birthday.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bobby Parker?
Scottish footballer (1925-1997)
When was Bobby Parker born?
Bobby Parker was born on 16 February 1925.
When did Bobby Parker die?
Bobby Parker died on 1 March 1997.
What was Bobby Parker's occupation?
Bobby Parker was an association football player.
What nationality was Bobby Parker?
Bobby Parker was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bobby Parker (footballer, born 1925)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bobby Parker. https://biography.guide/bobby-parker/
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