Chris S. Parker, 73, of Bethlehem, died Thursday, April 9, 2026 in his home. Born August 29, 1952 in Cranford, NJ, he was the son of the late Richard S. and Jean (Bargos) Parker. He and his wife, Rosemary A. (Hildebrand) Parker were married 51 years. Chris was a regional sales manager for Hubbell Building Automation, Inc., Austin, TX. After retiring, he worked at Golf Galaxy, Whitehall. He attended the University of Wisconsin and he attended Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hecktown. He was a member of the Illuminating Engineering Society and the Metropolitan Electric League and served on the Energy Cost Savings Council of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association. He was also a Cub Scout leader, a Little League coach and an avid golfer.
Surviving with his wife, Rosemary, are a daughter, Lani K. Parker of Palmerton, a brother, Mathew Parker of Cabot, VT, and three grandsons, Hunter Hoever, Evan Parker and Grayson Parker. He was predeceased by his son, Mitchell D. Parker.
Services will be private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Jeannine Riotto
April 10, 2026 at 7:30 pm
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janice Trucano
April 10, 2026 at 9:18 pm
I am very sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. He was a good friend who always made me feel welcome and comfortable in his home.
My prayers are with Chris, Rose and Lani.
Eileen Molinari
April 11, 2026 at 11:28 am
Dear Rose,
I am so very sorry for your deep loss. I will be keeping you, your daughter, and your grandsons in my prayers.
I will surely miss seeing Chris outside grilling. He was always ready to,wave hello and comment on whatever he was cooking. I will miss seeing his friendly smile, too.
I am asking God to give you whatever you need to walk through the coming days.
Fondly,
Eileen
Fred and Nancy Wagner
April 12, 2026 at 1:31 pm
Please accept our sincere sympathy on Chris’ passing. To you, Rose, and your family, may peace be brought to you knowing Chris is no longer in pain, and also in peace.
Theresa Gallagher
April 12, 2026 at 2:28 pm
I wish my mom could weigh in instead of me. Rose has been my mom’s best friend since they were kids. No matter where Rose & Chris and Tim & Diane lhave lived, they would get together to contine a decades long friendship. I know Diane would be devastated for Rose, as am I as she has become a friend to me as my mom battles Alzheimers. I am so sorry to Rose, Lani & the rest of their family for the loss of Chris. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you as you mourn Chris. Will be thinking of you all often.