About Derek Parker
Lived 1926 – 2011 (aged 84). Derek Parker was a British association football player and association football coach.
Derek Parke (According to West Ham United, his birth name was Derrick Parker, whereas Barry Hugman's Footballers give a full name of Derek Sevastapool Parker.)
In 1951, Parker was part of the FA XI squad that travelled to Australia.
He was signed by Colchester United, then managed by Benny Fenton (brother of Hammers manager Ted) on 15 March 1957. He went on to make 130 League appearances for the club, and became club captain, leaving in March 1961.
Parker thereafter joined Stowmarket Town as player-manager and switched to full-back. The appointment coincided with the club's return to amateur status. He remained at the club until 1969, when he left for Coggeshall Town. He led that club to a Border League and Cup double in 1969–70, and the Essex Intermediate Cup in 1970–71 (beating Great Wakering Rovers in the Final).
Parker died in April 2011.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Derek Parker?
English footballer (1926-2011)
When was Derek Parker born?
Derek Parker was born on 23 June 1926 in Wivenhoe.
When did Derek Parker die?
Derek Parker died on 8 April 2011 in Colchester.
What was Derek Parker's occupation?
Derek Parker was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Derek Parker?
Derek Parker was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Derek Parker (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Derek Parker. https://biography.guide/derek-parker-association-football-player/
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