SCHENECTADY – Lillian M. Parson, 76, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital on September 25, 2019.
Lillian was born on April 29, 1943 in Plattsburgh, NY, the daughter of Henry and Elizabeth (Collins) Roberts. She worked as a Home Health Aid and took pride in those she cared so lovingly for. Lillian was a very giving and generous woman who loved to cook and feed others. She was known for her famous cakes and spaghetti sauce.
She was predeceased by her daughter, Brenda VanWagner; siblings, Howard Roberts, Doris Shaw, Catherine Grant, Louis Roberts and Gilbert Roberts; and her longtime loving companion, Robert Hughes.
She is survived by her children, Deborah (Bruce) VanWagner, of Gloversville, William (Donna) Parson, of Colonie, Shawn (Michelle Sheridan) Parson, Henry Parson, and Catherine (Anthony) Waahila, all of Schenectady; siblings, Edmund Roberts, Joseph Roberts, Marjorie Russell and Roger Roberts; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be Thursday from 12pm to 1 pm, followed by a service at the Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home.