I just got word that Mick Parker passed away in Kathmandu just after I left. I met Mick in 2004 on Broad Peak and hiked out with his expedition. We’d had a few beers together since. My last night in Kathmandu saw several of us coming out of Sam’s Pub after a last drink. Mick was just coming in, but walked me back to my hotel. He asked if I wanted to go to Kangchenjunga (world’s third highest peak); I told him it was unlikely!
Mick had just climbed Makalu with Roland Hunter. As Roland said, Mick was at his best at altitude and on expeditions. I really wanted him on our K2 expedition, but it didn’t happen.
We’ll miss you. dude.