Barbara Ann Parker

Barbara Ann Parker

Barbara Parker Obituary

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Barbara Ann Parker, 84, of Pittsburgh died February 1, 2026. She was born Easter Sunday, April 13, 1941. Daughter of Frank B. Parker and Edna Mae Inglis Parker. Graduated from South Hills High School, was employed by Eastern Associated Coal Company and later by Carnegie Mellon. Her passion was music and her pets. She was a 50 year volunteer docent at the Pittsburgh Zoo and played for many years with the Community South Band. She is survived by sisters Shirley M. Carone, Warren PA, Joan R. Humphrey, Orchard Park NY and Karen L. Evilsizer, Allison Park, PA. She was predeceased by her parents and her sister Ellen Eiler.

A celebration of her life will be held later in the Spring. Arrangements are entrusted to WM. SLATER & SONS INC. (412-381-3345) 301 Virginia Ave. Mt. Washington 15211.

www.slaterfuneral.com

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