Rose Marie Vesci Parker

Rose V. Parker, age 95, of Raleigh, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on October 19, 2022. Born in Granite City, Illinois, on May 10, 1927, she is preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Vesci, her two sisters, four brother, and her beloved husband, Bernard Parker. She is survived by their three children, Cindi Parker Vaughn, Bob Parker (Barbara), and Brenda Parker Barrett (Tom). Rose is also survived by her eight grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild.

Rose was an avid NC State Wolfpack fan. Many fun memories were had at the football and basketball games her and Bernard would attend as season ticket holders. One of her proudest Pack moments was being lucky enough to be interviewed by Jimmy V himself after NC State's ACC Championship win, which ended up as a feature segment during the ESPN documentary, "30 for 30", which aired nationally.

Rose was a founding member of Greystone Baptist Church in Raleigh and spent much of her time volunteering. She had an active role in the Women's Prison Ministry, volunteered at First Baptist Clothes Closet, and Wake Medical Center.

Once Rose moved to Springmoor Retirement Community, she enjoyed playing Bridge, arts and crafts, volunteering at the Stewart Health Center and was a member of several committees. Springmoor offered numerous outings which she enjoyed and made many long-lasting relationships during her 20 years there.

Visitation will take place at the Mausoleum at 1:00pm on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at Raleigh Memorial Park, 7501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612. Entombment will follow the visitation.

A celebration of life service will be held at Springmoor Retirement Community Auditorium on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 3:00pm with Pastor Chrissy Williamson serving as officiant.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Rose's dedicated caregiver, and family friend, Laura Gee.

In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Transitions Hospice.

Tributes may be made to the family at www.BrownWynneEastMillbrook.com