Joan Parker Obituary
Joan T. Parker (nee Leddin),
92 of Palos Heights, IL formerly of Monee, IL, passed away November 6, 2023.
Beloved wife of the late Harry.
Dear sister of Jack Leddin.
Loving mother of Kevin (Susana) Parker, Gary (Debbie) Parker, Susan (Allen) Harvey & Scott (Jean) Parker.
Cherished grandmother of Nora (Mike Hamann) Parker, Colin Parker, David Parker, Shannon Parker, Adam (Maggie Mullican) Harvey, Alex (Dillon) Bly, Emily (Dan) Davidson, Matthew (Erin) Parker, Samantha Parker.
Adored great grandmother of Brianna Hamann, Allison Harvey, Will Harvey, Marian Harvey, Kieran Bly, Delaney Parker & Teddy Parker.
Fond Aunt and cousin to many.
Proud dog owner to many puppies.
Visitation Monday, November 13th from 9:00am until time of chapel prayers, 11:00am at the KERRY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CARE CENTER, 7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights. Proceeding to Saint Alexander Church, Mass 11:30am
In lieu of flowers donations to the American Lung Association at www.lung.org would be appreciated.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
7020 W. 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL 60463
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