Linda Sue Parker

Born February 4, 1959 in Pekin to Leonard J. and Vera (McMullen) Shanklin, she married William “Bill’ R. Parker on May 3, 2003 in North Pekin. He survives.

Also surviving are one son, Vernon (Brittany) Bennett of North Pekin; two grandchildren, Analeigh and Cash of North Pekin; one brother, Clarence Shanklin of Birmingham, Alabama; two nephews, C.J. Shanklin and Eric Shanklin, both of Birmingham, Alabama; her sister-in-law, Glenna Parker-Carrick of Pekin; her brother-in-law, A. Clayton (Linda) Parker of Eagle Rock, Missouri and one step-daughter, Jolene Parker of Manito.

She was preceded in death by her parents and infant brother, William.

Linda spent many years working as a CNA in local nursing homes. She also worked with her husband, Bill, at Illinois Machines in North Pekin before retiring in 2020.

She enjoyed spending time with her two dogs, Taylor and Sugar and tending to her flowers in the yard.

Her private graveside service will be at Glendale Memorial Gardens in Pekin. Pastor Kim Bacon will officiate.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.

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