Katherine Parker

Marion-Katherine Parker, 77, passed away on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. Katherine was born on May 13, 1941 in Williamson County to Samuel and Stella (Bearden) Tanner. She attended First Baptist Church and enjoyed spending time with her great grandchildren. Survivors include: Daughter-Crystal and Darrell Baker of Pittsburg Granddaughter-Whitney and Cameron Newbold of Marion Great grandchildren-Collins Newbold and Clay Newbold of Marion Special friend-Liz Herron of Marion Katherine was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Donald Edds; second husband, Russ Nicholls and third husband, Monty Parker. Graveside services will be held at 1pm on Friday, June 8, 2018 at Rose Hill Cemetery with Dr. Bob Dickerson officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery.  Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home/PO Box 411/Marion, IL 62959