Leslie W. Parker

Lewiston - Leslie W. Parker, 62, passed from this life due to medical complications at St. Mary's I.C.U. on Friday, Sept. 2 with her loving husband by her side. She was born on Dec. 30, 1953 in Culver City, California to Robert and Dorothy Warner. Growing up, her family moved to New Jersey before later settling in Maine, where she graduated top of her class from Sanford High School. She continued her education at University of Portland- Gorham (now USM), graduating with honors. Leslie began her teaching career in Sanford before marrying Mike and moving to the Lewiston- Auburn area. She continued teaching there for 34 years at Fairview Elementary. Upon retiring, Leslie continued to be active in the area schools, including several years as a tutor at East Auburn. Outside of school, she was dedicated to her work with Jaycee Women and as a member of Court Street Baptist Church, where she humbly served as a Sunday School Teacher, Deacon, choir member, Church Clerk, and spent countless hours cooking for a number of functions and gatherings over the years. Leslie was known far and wide for her cooking prowess, cake decorating, and her generous heart. She had an incredible work ethic and always strove to give above and beyond other’s expectations. She will be sadly missed by Mike, her husband of 37 years, and their only son Matthew and his wife Kelsey. Survivors also include Leslie’s three brothers: Donald and wife Barbara, Gary, David and wife Kathleen, and Mike’s family: Kay and Bob Chasse, Colleen and Bruce Rioux, Jim and Joan Parker, as well as nieces and nephews, former colleagues, and many close friends. Visitation Fortin Group / AUBURN Fri. 4-7 PM. A Celebration of her life will take place Sat. 10 AM at Court St. Baptist Church, 129 Court St. Auburn. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial donations, given in her honor, to the Fairview School Library 397 Minot Ave. Auburn, ME or to the East Auburn School Library 15 Andrew Drive Auburn, ME. A service of The Fortin Group / Plummer & Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Service 217 Turner St. AUBURN, 783-8545