Mary Beth Parker

Mary Beth Parker, aged 87, of Healdton, passed away peacefully on July 26 2024, at her home. She was born on September 3, 1935, in Wellston, OK, to the late Mr. William J. McCaslin Mrs. Nellie S. McCaslin.

Mary's early years were spent in the Wellston and Cushing area where she received her education. At the young age of 16, she married her husband, Edward Dale Parker, on November 26, 1952, in Gainesville, TX. Together they embarked on a journey of faith as Edward entered the ministry and Mary wholeheartedly supported him. Her kind nature and unwavering support endeared her to the congregation, leaving a lasting impact on all those she encountered.

In her role as a devoted wife and mother of three children - Pam, Steven, and Lisa, Mary found joy in caring for her family. She took pride in maintaining a warm and welcoming home, cherished moments spent embroidering and tending to her garden.

Mary is predeceased by her parents William and Nellie; her husband Edward; son Steven Dale Parker; grandson Vernon Neil Parker; as well as 10 siblings. 

She is survived by her daughters Pamela "Pam" Rowe of Healdton and Lisa Dawn Dichoso of Waldorf, Maryland; daughter-in-law Carole Parker of Mountain Home, Idaho; 10 grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Services to celebrate Mary's life will be held under the compassionate care and guidance of Alexander Gray Crematory. Memories and condolences can be shared online at www.alexandergrayfh.com.

Mary will be fondly remembered for her nurturing spirit, dedication to family life, and the love she showered upon those around her. Her presence will be deeply missed but her legacy of kindness and love will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know her. May she rest in peace.