Rita A. Parker, 80, of Laramie, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at her home.
She was born August 21, 1937 in Edgewood, Iowa to Art Sr. and Julia (Thole) Eike.
Rita married Patrick E. Parker on April 28, 1956 in Laramie, WY.
Rita worked as a seed analyst for the state for many years but her true passion was being a homemaker. She enjoyed many hobbies including cooking, crafts, crocheting, sewing and gardening. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband when time allowed.
She was a member of the Albany County Cow- Belles, the Laramie Home Community Club, the Wyoming Territorial Park, the Eppson Center for Seniors, Albany County Farm Bureau, and the Laramie 4-H Club.
Rita is preceded in death by her parents; and her brother-in-laws, Richard Jackson and Cecil Johnston
She is survived by her husband of 61 years Pat Parker of Laramie; her children, Debbie (Steve) Eberle of Gillette, WY, David (Connie) Parker of Laramie, WY, and Becky Parker of Laramie, WY; her grandchildren, Natasha (Marcus) Gallizzi of Cheyenne, WY, Sarah (Mike) Forester of Gillette, WY, Dusty (Janette) Parker of Laramie, WY, Patrick (Jessica) Parker of Laramie, WY, Matt (Megan) Parker of Torrington, WY, and step grandson, Laddie (Cortni) Lentz; her 11 great grandchildren and two step great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings, Art (Judy) Eike of Laramie, WY, Marie Jones of Laramie, WY, Anna Mae (Sonny) Guerrieri of Gunnison, CO, Henry Eike of Brighton, CO, Judy Hass, and Sharon Jackson of Portsmouth, VA; and her numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at the Laramie Elks Lodge #582, 103 S. 2nd St. Laramie, WY
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Eppson Center for Seniors, 1560 N. 3rd St. Laramie, WY 82072 and/or the Albany County Cattle Women Scholarship Fund PO Box 582 Laramie, WY 82073.
Thank you to everyone that gave condolences!
So sorry for your loss Pat.
Becky, I am so sorry to hear that you have lost your mother. May your memories of her always bring a smile. Although I did not know her, it sounds as though she was a wonderful woman. Blessings to you and your family during this time. Carol Schwartz
My heart goes out to you, Pat, and the whole family. I just can't imagine what it's gong to be like without having her in our midst. She was a wonderful person who contributed so much to everything she was involved in. I hope all the wonderful memories of Rita will give you comfort as time passes. Dicksie Knight May
Dear Uncle Pat, Debbi, David, Becky & Family.. Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to You'll .Rita was one of the finest Ladies We have ever known. . She shared Her Life with many people, and will be very missed by many. She had a Heart of God. . " WHEN YOU LOSE SOMEONE YOU LOVE, IT ALWAYS TAKES TIME TO COPE WITH ALL THE SADNESS, AND THE CHANGES YOU GO THROUGH. SO TRY TO TAKE THINGS DAY BY DAY , AND KNOW YOU'RE NOT ALONE, A LOT OF PEOPLE TRULY CARE , AND HOPE THE BEST FOR YOU. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY. Mike, Jane, Merl,& Deby
Dave and Connie, So sorry to learn of Rita's passing. I worked with her for many years in the College of Agriculture. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and have our sincere sympathies.
I was so sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. My prayers for comfort are with you all. Cheryl Wilson
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Rita's family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Pat Debbie David an Becky an all family. I'm so so sorry for your loss. Rita will be missed. I will always have many memories of days gone by. From the Ranch. An when I last spoke with her. My deepest an heartfelt Condolences. Sending Prayers at this very difficult time.
Pat, I'm so sorry to hear that Rita passed away. My thoughts and prayers and with and your family. Eileen Federer Williams
So sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. We will always remember her warm hospitality and giving heart. Our prayers are with all of her family. Lee, Julie, Jacob and Matthew Centner
Pat, Becky and Family - Very sorry to hear about Rita's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Carolyn and Dick Wynes
Pat and Family , We are sorry to read of Rita's death. Our thoughts and prayers are for you all. Zane and Gladys Geis
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Pat and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Rita was a wonderful lady who was very involved in Laramie and the community and she will be missed by many. May your lovely memories of her help you through this difficult time. Donna Thompson