Merris Parker Obituary

The family of Merris Parker of Waxhaw, North Carolina announces her passing on June 11, 2026. Merris, born on June 6, 1937, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Merris Parker to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Wilson Hazard and Dora Blanton Yarborough; and her son-in-law Kenneth Pettus. She is survived by: her husband Robert L Parker; her children, Robert A Parker (Robin), Susan Pettus (Harold Couick) and Beverly Rufty (James); her grandchildren, Christina Montague (Patrick), Todd Parker (Sarah), Sara Larrimore (Anthony), Parker Rufty, Nathan Rufty, Anna Rufty and Sam Rufty; her great grandchildren, Emmory, Lucas and Ronan; and her close friend Bob Corley. She is also survived by numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews.