Shirley L. Parker Obituary
The passing of Shirley L. Parker of Agawam, Massachusetts occurred on September 28, 2026. Shirley, born on April 13, 1931, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lewis White and Louise White (Lake); her husband Howard J. Parker; her siblings-in-law, Peg and Neil Wright; and her nephew Peter Wright.
She is survived by: her daughters, Debbie Curry and Kathi Kimball; her grandchildren, Josh, Adam (Wendy), Jonathan (Cathleen), Jessica and Rachel; her great grandchildren, Parker, William, Anthony, Aiden and Bradley; her sister Beverly Garvey; her nieces and nephews, Kim, Rick Ostroff, Steven Wright, Tim Garvey, Patrick Garvey and Tracey Bartula; and her close friends, Linda Barufaldi, Joyce Marieb, Bill Maki, Caroline, Dick Bassett and Tina. She is also survived by other loving relatives and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 22nd 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Colonial Forastiere Funeral & Cremation (985 Main St, Agawam, MA 01001). A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, October 23rd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the same location. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 23rd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Shirley's name to the Captain Charles Leonard House, 663 Main St., Agawam, MA 01001.
