Katherine Parker

Parker- Katherine Marie Parker, age 22, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, September 13, 2020. Katherine's radiance inspired others. She always encouraged anyone who needed comfort or help to believe in themselves. She saw clearly in others what she sometimes did not see in herself, but always, she pushed herself forward. She was small yet mighty. Anyone who ever heard Katherine sing recognized incredible talent, but she did not rely on talent. She believed in hard diligent work to create beauty. She turned that same energy and ethic to her studies in social work and work in autism. Katherine loved all animals, especially cats, corgis and otters. She loved books, guitar, ukulele, old school Star Trek, and Harry Potter. 

   Katherine is survived by her parents, Scott and Lisa Parker; brothers, Mason and Noah; grandparents, Ronald and Gayle Mitchell, Alan and Helen Parker; uncle, Brian Mitchell; aunt, Anna Parker; cousins, Zackery Stark, Stephen Witt, Alan (Nicole) Witt, Michael Witt; longtime boyfriend, Isaiah Garcia; and the countless other family, friends and communities who are feeling a deep loss at her passing.

    A private memorial service will be held.  Her service will be streamed live at 2 pm Saturday, September 26, 2020.  Katherine Marie Parker's Memorial Service link: 

https://www.facebook.com/lisamitchellparker/videos/10163998397430062/?extid=W9C5YYIu7HlhPZCG&d=n

    In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Katherine Parker Music Scholarship to be given to an inspirational vocal music graduate of Rockford High School. Details to follow. The family urges people to consider becoming Gift of Life donors. It was Katherine's final act of love and generosity.