Kay E. ‘Katie’ Wockenfuss Parker, caring and kind

Kay E. "Katie" Wockenfuss Parker, 74, of Millsboro passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, surrounded by her loving family and friends.

She was born Sept. 12, 1946, in Wilmington to the late Bernard Wockenfuss and Beatrice (Wallace) Wockenfuss. She was a customer service representative at Fried's Printing/Atlantic Litho for over 30 years.

Katie had a sense of humor that would brighten anyone's day. She showed unconditional love, caring and kindness to everyone around her. 

She is survived by her son, Troy M. Truitt (Heather) of Millsboro; stepson, Bart Parker (Susan) of Millsboro; three grandchildren, Chase Banning, Tori Banning and Whitney Parker; sister, Betsy Spence (Gary) of Michigan; three stepbrothers, Kurt Cordes of Washington, Craig Cordes of Utah and Carl Cordes of Hawaii; best friend Sheila Worell (Raymond) of Pennsylvania; four granddogs, Riley, Cooper, Chester and Beau; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 41 years, Bobby Parker; sisters, Judy Lundy and Suzi Stevenson; and stepbrother, Keith Cordes.  

A viewing will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, April 30, at the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 32013 Long Neck Road, Millsboro, where a funeral service will begin at 1 p.m.  Interment will follow at Millsboro Cemetery.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing protocols will be observed, and masks must be worn by anyone participating in any aspect of the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Katie’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by visiting www.stjude.org, or to a local dog rescue of your choice.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com