Esther May Parker's Obituary
Marydel - Esther May Voss Parker, age 77, Marydel, DE, passed away Monday, August 5, 2019 at the home of her son Brooks in Milton. She was born in the Mispillion Lighthouse on Slaughter Beach November 7, 1941.
Esther worked many years helping others as a Home Health Aide. She enjoyed growing flowers and her pets, especially her cats.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years Alton “Sonny” Parker, foster parents Robert & Nellie Wilkins, parents John Henry & Lillie Maud Jester Voss, and a sister Irene Wilson.
Esther is survived by her children Gary (Jill), Donna, Brooks (Mary), Denny and Eric; grandchildren; Dale, Leann, Kait, Alex, Hailey, Jacquelyn, Brian and Richard; great-grandchildren; Sierra, Nathan, Hayden, Laney, Kylee, Bentley, and Axil; and sisters Charlotte, Betty and Louise.
The family is grateful for the care given to her by her son Eric, and especially the wonderful care given to her by her daughter-in-law Mary during the last months of her life.
The viewing will be Saturday August 17th at 10 am, with services at 11:00, at Trader Funeral Home, 12 Lotus St, Dover, with burial to follow at Barrett’s Chapel near Frederica.
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