Marlene L. Parker

Jesus came calling June 20, 2026, and took Marlene L. Parker, 92, home.

Here is a cheer to a life well lived. Marlene was born in Salina, Kansas to Everett and Mildred Dengate. She moved to Denver, Colorado with her two daughters, Pamela Sue (deceased in 2012) and Debra Ann, Baltimore, MD, in the late 50’s. Being a single mother, she began working for Sky Chef at the Stapleton International Airport to support her family. While working there she met Edbert Frank Starks (deceased in 1981), (my dad). They fell in love and married and completed their family with the addition of Christa Michelle Hart, Grand Junction, Colorado and Warren Edward Starks (deceased in 1997).

Marlene also worked as a secretary for a law firm in Denver, Colorado pryer to moving to Grand Junction, Colorado in 1972.

She was known for her beauty, Sense of Humor, her excellent pies and her sense of style when she dressed. Everything had to match.

She leaves behind daughters; Debra Smith, Christa (Garry) Hart. Grandchildren: Joshua Smith, Brigette Smith, Desiree Suchy, Jason Starks, Stephanie Boyer, Jeffrey A. Hart, Matthew W Hart.

“Miss me but let me go”

When I come to the end of the road

and the sun has set for me

I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.

Why cry for a soul set free?

Miss me a Little---

But not to long

And not with your head bowed low

Remember the love that we once shared

Miss me, but let me go!

For this is a journey we all must take

It’s all part of the master plan

When you are loved and sick of heart

Go to the friends we know

And bury your sorrow in doing good deeds.

Miss me, but let me go!

At Marlene’s request no services will be performed. Prayers and best memories and wishes appreciated.