Jane Parker, 80

FRANKLIN — Jane Parker, 80, passed away on Oct. 9, 2017, at Mountain Ridge Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family.

Jane was born on Feb. 28, 1937, in Boston, Massachusetts, the daughter of Sidney and Anne (Wells) Williams. Jane grew up in Roxbury, Massachusetts, working for Reebok shoes for several years. In 2000 she moved to Gilford, where she was a very successful crafter and loved creating quilts and making dolls.  

In 2008 she married Arnold Parker. While married, they enjoyed their time together taking short trips to Maine and occasional trips to Florida to visit her children. Jane was a member of the Calvary Bible Church in Meredith.

She is survived by her husband, Arnold Parker; her three children, Douglas Kloe, Frederick Sjoo and Russell Sjoo; her sister, Nancy Lockery; and nieces, Linda Krull and Laura Bruce.  She is also survived by her special and longtime friend, Hildred Harhen of Westford, Massachusetts.

Jane was predeceased by her parents.

There will be no calling hours.

Burial will be held at the Fairview Cemetery in Westford, Massachusetts, at the convenience of the family.  

The Mayhew Funeral Home and Meredith Bay Crematorium are assisting the family with arrangements.

To view Jane’s online book of memories go to  www.mayhewfuneralhomes.com.