Parker, James Allen 'Fiddlin' Jim' b. January 1, 1928 d. December 15, 1956 Country Musician. Parker was nicknamed "Fiddlin Jim" because of his talent as a fiddler. He gained fame in the Grand Ole Opry during the 1940's and 1950's as the lead fiddle player for such greats as Earl Scruggs and Lester Flatt and is featured on many of their albums. (Bio by: Tim Crutchfield) Fairview Cemetery, Puxico, Stoddard County, Missouri, USA