Lillian G. Parker

Millbury – Lillian G. Parker, 87, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2026, at CareOne in Millbury.

She was born to the late Clarence and Gertrude (Wilson) Haskins and grew up alongside her brothers, Walter and Richard. Lillian attended Wachusett Regional High School and proudly served in the United States Army. She later married George H. Parker, a career soldier. Throughout their life together, she followed George wherever his military service took them, including assignments in Italy and Germany.

During her earlier years, Lillian worked in the kitchens at both Holden District Hospital and Wachusett Regional High School. She also spent many years working at Electronic Controls Corp., formerly located in Jefferson.

Above all, Lillian was devoted to her family. She especially enjoyed spending time with her relatives and shared a very close bond with her mother. She took great pride in her grandchildren and never missed an opportunity to speak about them and share how proud she was of each one. Lillian was always willing to lend a helping hand and was happiest when surrounded by family. During her time at CareOne in Millbury, she made many friendships and was very well liked by both residents and staff.

Lillian is survived by her brother, Richard Haskins and his wife Judy of Sutton; her daughter, Mary Derby of Atlanta, Georgia; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

She was predeceased by her children, Bruce Parker, Robert Parker, and Lynda Burke; her brother, Walter Haskins; and her longtime partner, Roy Johnson.

A private committal service will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery in Princeton, Massachusetts.