Parker Scott Coberly

At age twenty-two, Parker passed away in the early morning of Saturday, August 30, 2025.

For the past three and a half years, Parker lived with a severe mental health disorder - an illness few recognized and even fewer who could fully understand his pain and suffering. His family and close friends, despite his many challenges, stood by him with love, support, and dedication to the end of his young life. Our dear Parker, our son, brother, cousin, nephew, and grandson, will be deeply missed. We feel peace knowing you are wrapped in our Heavenly Father's arms.

"And then shall it come to pass, that the spirits of those who are righteous are received into a state of happiness, which is called paradise, a state of rest, a state of peace, where they shall rest from all their troubles and from all care, and sorrow." Alma 40:12

Parker Scott Coberly was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on July 30, 2003. San Diego became his home at age seven. He leaves behind a family who will forever miss his laugh, his compassion, and his excitement for life and will cherish his memory. He was born to grateful parents, Scott and Alexis Coberly. He was a great support and delight to his younger brothers and sister, Hayes (20), Finn (16), and Lauren (13).

Music was his passion. He began playing guitar at the age of nine alongside his brother Hayes. Between their frequent wrestling matches in the family room, they filled the house with music. Their bond was marked by laughter, neighborhood games, scout trips, summers spent busking, drives with the windows down blasting their favorite songs, and countless mischievous adventures-some still untold. Hayes will miss Parker being there to add his harmonies.

Parker was so excited when Finn joined the family; all he wanted to do was make Finn laugh. Their sweet friendship quickly turned into Finn becoming Parker's favorite comic relief act with many "laugh-until-you-cry" memories, with, of course, older brother teasing moments mixed in.

Lauren will remain Parker's biggest fan. She idolized her big brother and showered him with unconditional love-the very thing he needed most. Once Lauren began playing guitar, they became quick music buddies-challenging each other's skills and writing songs to share.

His music and songs showed his enthusiasm for life and his sensitivity and warmth to those he loved and for those who loved him.

Parker was good to his core. Anyone who met him quickly recognized his sincerity and genuine spirit. He was without guile, carrying himself with honesty and openness in every interaction. Parker had an unshakable desire to help those less fortunate and a natural gift for offering comfort and encouragement. He was the friend who stood steadfastly in your corner when the world felt like it was falling apart. His kindness, loyalty, and compassion left an imprint on everyone blessed to know him.

Parker's life, though far too short, was a testament to the quiet strength of a gentle heart. His journey opened the door to the Savior for many, and without a doubt, he is now the missionary he always wanted to be.

We love you, our Parker-Boy; we will miss you, kid.

A Celebration of Life: September 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

15750 Bernardo Heights Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92128

In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family is asking for donations to be made to three organizations that supported his family and other families going through similar battles of drug-induced psychosis, Bipolar, Schizo-affective, and Schizophrenia-all of which are stigmatized and significantly misunderstood. Educate yourselves.

Mar-Anon Family Group

Support and hope for those affected by another's marijuana use.

https://mar-anon.com/contact-donate/

Every Brain Matters

Every Brain Matters is a non-profit community created by families negatively affected by industrialized marijuana. We are a trusted educational resource grounded in science and personal experience.

https://everybrainmatters.org/donate/

Johnny's Ambassadors

Johnny's Ambassadors educates parents, teens, and communities about the dangers of today's potent THC products (marijuana, dabs, vapes, edibles) on adolescent brain development, psychosis, and suicide.

https://johnnysambassadors.org/donate/