Mary Lucinda Parker, 81, of Maitland, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026. Born on September 28, 1944, Mary lived a life defined by dedication to her faith, family and her country.

Mary proudly served as a veteran of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, where she served as a dental hygienist. Her commitment to service continued throughout her civilian life through her church, where she was a vibrant, active, and cherished member of the congregation for many years. A woman of deep faith, Mary found great joy in her relationship with God and in sharing that faith with those around her.

Mary was also a true Disney World enthusiast. She loved riding the rides, strolling through the parks, and simply enjoying the magic of Disney with the people she loved. She was a devoted presence in the lives of those she loved, always taking the time to listen, to learn about the people around her, and to make each person feel important and genuinely cared for.

She was especially enthusiastic in supporting her grandchildren, proudly cheering them on at all their school events throughout the years. Whether she was cheering from the stands or simply spending time with someone she loved, Mary had a way of making people feel seen, valued, and truly cared for.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, William and Regina Oyster; her beloved daughter, Katherine Elizabeth Parker; and her brother, Charles Oyster.

Mary leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love and devotion. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Peter Parker, who was the center of her world. She will be forever cherished by her children, Carrie Glatting and her husband, Jeff, and Derek Parker and his wife, Angie.

Mary was a proud grandmother to Caitlyn Glatting and her husband Chuck; Claire Glatting; Jeffrey Glatting, and a great-grandmother to Marigold.

She is also survived by her siblings, Jim Oyster and his wife Betty, Rebecca Crabtree, Don Oyster and his wife Betty, Dan Oyster and his wife Becky, and Larry Oyster and his wife Melanie, her sister and brother-in-law, Pegge Parker and Jim Parker.

Mary's kindness, faith and warmth will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her. Her greatest legacy will live on in the family she loved so dearly and in the many lives she touched throughout her life.