Perri Ann Parker

Mrs. Perri Ann Parker, age 48, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2008. She was born January 2, 1960 in Torrance, California to parents of Irish, Italian and Mexican Descent. Later, she lived near San Francisco, for a time on a Sioux Indian Reservation in North Dakota, then back to California. Through a mutual friend, she met Tom Parker and they were married June 7, 1996 in California. She loved being a mother, cooking for her family, and working in her gardens. Her last employment was with Reeths Puffer Schools and she attended Fruitland Covenant Church. Lung cancer finally took her life after a determined and graceful struggle. She is survived by her husband Thomas F. Parker; their children Naomi F. Parker and Lilah M. Parker; her mother Francesca Warner of N.D.; one brother, Mark Allan of CA; and one sister, Shannon Mader of CA. She was preceded in death by her father, David Burns Allan. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 21, 2008 at 4:00PM at Fruitland Covenant Church (4283 Weber Rd.) with Pastor Brian Kyle officiating. Memorial Contributions in honor of Perri may be given to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.