Kathleen Marie Parker,84, passed away on Saturday, April 14, 2007 at her home in Newark, Maryland. She was born October 5, 1922 in Newark, Maryland, a daughter of the late Frederick T. and Lillian Mae Dennis Parker. She earned her nursing degree at Wilmington Hospital Nursing School in Wilmington, Delaware. She went on to work at Wilmington Hospital as a registered nurse for her entire career. She attended Trinity United Methodist Church in Newark, Maryland and she loved her many cats. She is survived by her brother, Fred Parker and his wife Peggy of Newark, Maryland. As well as, a niece, two nephews and cousins. A private graveside service was held on Tuesday, April 17, 2007 at Bowen Cemetery in Newark, Maryland. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Trinity United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. Betty Groton, 213 Colbourne Lane, Snow Hill, MD 21863, or to the Newark Volunteer Fire Company's Ambulance Fund, P.O. Box 82, Newark, MD 21841. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.