‘Melina Miller, Parker’s partner of 10 years, told TSN his brain will be donated to researchers at Boston University. Miller said Parker died from a heart and lung infection. The BU clinic tests for chronic traumatic encephalopathy and has diagnosed CTE in two other former Sabres, enforcer Reggie Fleming and longtime star Rick Martin.’
Jeff Parker, former Sabre involved in concussion lawsuit, dies at 53
Source: Buffalo News