1932-2026

With her family at her side the passing of Elna Gertrude Parker, wife of the late AustinOwen  “Buddy” Parker, occurred at the Passamaquoddy Lodge on Friday March 6, 2026. She was born on November 9, 1932 on Deer Island to the late Willis and Lila (Mosher) Doughty. Elna worked hard all her life, working for Connor’s Brothers as a packer, owning and operating her Take-Out “Wendys” and doing odd jobs and cleaning well into her retirement. Elna was an active member of the Lords Cove Church of Christ, she was in the choir, always decorated the church for Christmas and volunteered to make food/help with church suppers and events. In her spare time, Elna enjoyed knitting, crocheting and square dancing. She also loved her weekly shopping trips to Calais with Jenny Lambert. In her later years, Elna loved nothing more than to spend her time with her great-granddaughters. 

Elna is survived by her grandchildren: Tracy McFarlane (James Spicer) of Beaver Harbour and Jamie Earle (Alicea) of Breadalbane; four grandchildren: Dakota, Hallie, Mya and Morgyn; sister, Carolyn Townsend of St. Stephen; brother, Glen Doughty of Ontario; son-in-law, Ricky Earle (Shari) of Deer Island; her beloved furry friends at the lodge, the cats and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides, her husband Buddy, Elna was predeceased by her daughter, Wendy Earle; infant daughter, Gwendolyn and siblings: Everett, Edith, Elva, Milton and Lawrence.

Elna’s family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and Staff of the Passamaquoddy Lodge for their kindness and support during Elna stay with them.

Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home (506-755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB. In keeping with her wishes, there will be a family graveside service in Mount Hope Cemetery in the Spring. For those who wish remembrances to the charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.