Peggy Jo Parker

Peggy Parker, passed away Thursday morning September 30. 2021 at the age of 82 Born in Louisa, Kentucky to parents William and Elizabeth Shannon. Preceded in death by daughter Cynthia Denise, father William (Tom) G. Shannon, mother Elizabeth (Lizzie) Shannon, brother William (Ralph) Shannon. Survived by husband of 62 yrs. James, daughters Marcella Drummond and Jammie Helm, son in law Michael Helm, adopted son James Kovaleski, granddaughters Sarah (Richie) Miller, Randilyn (Eamon) Papania, Kaeleigh Jo McLennan, grandson Parker Barnett and great grandchildren Austin, Makenzie and Emery. Brothers Lowell (Betty) Shannon, Doug (Chandoha) Shannon, Ulysses Shannon and a sister Rose Stuart. Sisters in law Carolyn Mobley and Barbara Norman, brother in law Tommy (Alfreda) Parker and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A special mention of close family friends Joanne Perry, Latonya Guy, Billie Persinger, Donnie Bayless and Paul Bixler. Worked previously at a self-owned restaurant called Peggy's on Xenia Ave, also worked at the McCall Corp. and The Old Colony Envelope Co. Peggy was outgoing, friendly, never knew a stranger and enjoyed walking, talking, traveling, gardening and spending time with her family who meant everything to her and her friends. Loved her squirrels, which were her babies. She was loved by all who knew her. Due to Covid-19 the family is requesting everyone wear masks, social distance and please no physical contact with the family. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Peggy to Hospice of Dayton or the Alzheimer's Association.