It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rita J. Parker, 78, formerly of Richmond, VT, on December 4, 2023.

She was born on July 30, 1945 to Sidney and Emma (Hallock) Jennings. Rita was a 1964 graduate of Vergennes Union High School. On July 11, 1964 she married George Parker, Jr. at the Federated Church in Williston, VT. They celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary a month before George's passing in 2009.

Rita worked at Digital Equipment Corporation in South Burlington until 1985. After leaving Digital, Rita worked for Karl Suss America until her retirement in 2000.

In her spare time, Rita enjoyed watching her critters, cooking for others, and playing cards and dice. She was an avid Red Sox fan! Rita loved spending time with her family. She was a devoted mother and loved being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Left to cherish Rita's memory are her son Matthew Parker and his wife June Root; her daughter Brenda Parker and her partner Matt Apgar; her granddaughters Ashley Gagnon and her husband James, Samantha Montgomery and her husband James, Alison Parker and Morgan Lewis; her great-granddaughters Brailynn Gagnon and Brianna Gagnon; her brother Lawrence "Bucky" Jennings and her sister Shirley King.

Rita was predeceased by her parents Sidney and Emma Jennings; her husband George, Jr.; her father and mother-in-law George, Sr. and Evelyn Parker; her sister Virginia "Ginny" Morgan; and her brothers Frank Jennings and Gary Jennings.

A graveside service will be held in the spring.