Lori Ann Parker, 66, of Maryville, IL passed away with her best friend, Paula Laster, by her side on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Elmwood Nursing & Rehab Center in Maryville, IL.

She was born on October 9, 1958 in Roswell, NM to Haskel and Maria (Mata) Hawkes.

Lori married Charles "Curtis" Parker in Granite City, IL and he preceded her in death in May 1986.

The loving mother and grandmother enjoyed crafting.  She liked to fiddle with things to make cross stitching, pottery and jewelry.  You would always see Lori with a glass of sweet iced tea in her hand.  Lori's greatest joy was spending time with her children and grandchildren.  Her motto was "you gotta laugh".

Lori is survived by 2 daughters:  Natosha Parker and her significant other, Demarice Stainback, of Collinsville, IL and Jessie Parker of Nashville, IL; a son, Michael (Cherri) Parker of Granite City, IL; 8 grandchildren:  Meranda, Lauren, Grace, Chloe, Claire, Amiah, Dante and Logan; a brother, Haskel Hawkes, Jr of South Roxana, IL and 2 sisters:  Dolores (Jerry) Davidson of Edwardsville, IL and Diane Hawkes of Spring Branch, TX.

Besides her husband and parents, Lori is preceded in death by 2 brothers:  Anthony Hawkes and Arthur Hawkes and 2 sisters:  Christina Root and Cora Hawkes.

Professional services entrusted to the care of Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory in Granite City, IL.

Online guestbook and obituary available at www.wojstrom.com