Evelyn Carter Parrett, 62, of Memphis, died August 31, 2012 at her home after a long struggle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, Thomas J. Parrett. The family will receive friends Friday evening, September 7, from 5-7 p.m. at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, Poplar Avenue. Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Online condolences and floral tributes may be made by visiting www.memphisfuneralhome.net. Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens 5599 Poplar Ave. (901)725-0100