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Katherine Smith Parker

Obituary Date: Friday, February 14, 2020

Katherine Smith Parker of Buford, Georgia passed away on February 14, 2020 at the age of 87. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-two years, Roy Parker; parents, Herbert and Minnie Smith; sister, Nell Roebuck and brothers, Red and Ralph Smith. Mrs. Parker is survived by her three daughters and son: Kathy Parker Humphrey, Flowery Branch, Debra Parker Caton, Buford, Patti (Jaime) Parker Velez, Buford, David Roy (Linda) Parker; six grandchildren: Donny (Martine) Humphrey, Dana Caton, Chris Caton, Melissa (John) Laurent, Crystal (Tim) Carter, and Daniel Parker; six great-grandchildren: Kate and Bryant Humphrey, James Parker, Maggie, Bryce and Craydyn Carter, Audrey and Alice Laurent; two sister-in-laws and multiple nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Parker was born on May 16, 1932 and was a life-long resident of Buford, GA. She attended Buford City Schools. She was a home-maker and supported both her immediate and extended family in numerous ways. Katherine loved flowers of all sorts and vibrant colors. She also enjoyed going places and having new experiences. She was an avid reader and lover of music all throughout her life. Mrs. Parker was of Baptist faith.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home with Mr. Dennis James officiating. Interment will follow at Broadlawn Memorial Gardens in Buford, GA. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 17th from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The family would like to honor Katherine’s love of color by requesting that a multitude of colors be worn on the day of her celebration of life.

To express condolences, please sign our online guest book at www.flaniganfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements By: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA (770) 932-1133.

Funeral Date
02/18/2020 at 1:00PM
Funeral Home
Flanigan Funeral Home & Crematory
Phone
770-932-1133
Address
4400 S. Lee St, Buford 30518
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