Mary Ann Parker Obituary (1938 - 2020)

Mary Ann Parker, 82, of Bloomington, passed away on May 15, 2020 at 7:05 am in her home. A private family service will be held at Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home, Bloomington followed by burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Merna. Mary Ann was born May 5, 1938, in Cooksville, IL, the daughter of John A and Evelyn Wall. She married her high school sweetheart Don Parker on December 26, 1958 in Merna, IL. They moved to Bloomington in 1959 and have lived at 1908 Herbert St. since 1979. Don cared for Mary Ann through her last moments of life. Survivors include her husband Don, four children, Mark (Amy) Parker, Bloomington; Greg (Carol) Parker, Bloomington; Brian Parker, Bloomington; Teresa (Kevin) Stanula, Chicago; 8 grandchildren, Shelby (Delaney) Parker, Drake Parker, Quinn Parker, Cole Parker, Jake Parker, all of Bloomington; Anthony, Allyson, and Patrick Stanula, Chicago; 2 great-grandchildren, Sienna Langford and Jayla Brown, Bloomington; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, brother Jack Wall, and daughter-in-law, Teresa Bealor Parker. Mary Ann worked for the Bloomington Credit Bureau and McLean County Courthouse until retiring in 2010. Mary Ann loved her family deeply and enjoyed watching her grandchildren's school activities, sports, and spending time with them. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend and neighbor. Mary Ann's love and generosity were felt by all that knew her well and we will all miss her immensely. The family would like to thank all those who provided care and support for Mary Ann during her illness.