Clifford Gerard Parker | |
|---|---|
| Principal Chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians | |
| In office 1995–1995 | |
| Preceded by | Jonathan L. Taylor |
| Succeeded by | Joyce Dugan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 24, 1936 |
| Died | December 1, 2012 (aged 76) |
| Nationality | Eastern Band Cherokee, American |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Battles/wars | Korean War |
Clifford Gerard Parker, known as Gerard Parker (July 24, 1936 – December 1, 2012)[1] was the 23rd Principal Chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians for 16 days in 1995. Prior to this, he had served as Vice Chief for six years under Jonathan L. Taylor, who was impeached after two terms.[2] He continued to serve as Vice Chief under Joyce Dugan, who was elected in 1995.
Parker had represented Painttown on the tribal council for 16 years, and served on numerous committees, helping to develop the EBCI's emergency response capability.[3]
- ^ "Clifford Parker obituary". Long House Funeral Home. December 4, 2012. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved December 5, 2012.
- ^ "AN UNLIKELY LEADER TAKES CHEROKEES INTO A NEW ERA". The Virginian-Pilot. Associated Press. November 10, 1997. Archived from the original on November 28, 2007. Retrieved July 5, 2006.
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