Rita Parker's obituary , Passed away on February 7, 2026 in Alton, Illinois

Rita Parker

August 30, 1942 - February 7, 2026 (83 years old)

Alton, Illinois

Rita Parker's obituary , Passed away on February 7, 2026 in Alton, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gent Funeral Home Inc

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Rita Parker

August 30, 1942 - February 7, 2026 (83 years old)

Alton, Illinois

Rita Parker Obituary

We bid farewell to Rita Parker of Alton, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 7, 2026 at the age of 83. Rita touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita Parker to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Peters and Marie Peters (Huber); her husband William Parker; and her brothers, Walter, Harold and Frank Peters.

She is survived by: her sons, Brian Parker (Richelle) of Sun Prairie, WI, Peter Parker (Peggy) of Glendale, MO and Tim Parker of Palm Desert, CA; her grandchildren, Drake Parker, Jack Parker, Luisa Parker and Emma Parker; her sister Doris Cress (Peters); and her pet Sadie.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, The Friends of the PBC Foundation or the American Cancer Society.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gent Funeral Home Inc



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Feb 15

Visitation

Gent Funeral Home
2409 State St, Alton, IL 62002

Mon

Feb 16

Mass

Ss Peter & Paul Catholic Church
717 State St, Alton, IL 62002

Mon

Feb 16

Burial

St. Patrick's Cemetery
2801 Greenwood Ln, Godfrey, IL 62035

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