Odessa M. Parker

Odessa M. Parker (95) of Willard, died Thursday, December 29, 2016 at the Elms Retirement Village, Wellington. She was born January 28, 1921 in Willard to the late Robert Floyd and Florence (Clapper) Ayers. Mrs. Parker was a graduate of Willard High School, class of 1939 and was the Jr. High Librarian at Willard for 20 years. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Willard and was in the Golden Rule Class. She also enjoyed bowling in league, Golfing with her husband Ralph, hook latching, and doing jigsaw puzzles.

Mrs. Parker is survived by her daughter: Shirley (Clint) Wheeler of Wellington, 4 grandchildren: Craig Wheeler of Cleveland, Brian (Angelique) Wheeler of Louisville, KY, Shari Rice of Johnstown, OH and Ellen Latuk of Spring, TX. 8 great grandchildren: Micah and Aiden Wheeler, Colton, Austin and Amber Rice, and Lauren, Ryan and Nathan Latuk. She was married February 6, 1942 to Ralph C. Parker who preceded her in death in 1990. She was also preceded by her daughter: Bonnie Latuk, brother: Emmitt Ayers and 2 sisters: Trudy Smeltz and Marjorie Shilt.

Friends may call Monday, January 2, 2017 from 10-11 A.M. at 1st Baptist Church, 125 Grand Ave, Wellington, with the memorial service being held at 11:00 AM Monday with Pastor Jeremy Peck officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sprenger Hospice, 3905 Oberlin Ave, Lorain, Ohio 44053. The Lindsey Kocher Funeral Service assisted the family with arrangements.

Online condolences may be made a www.lindseykocher.com