Mary Ellen Parker, 77, of Denver, Colorado passed away April 4, 2012. A native of Colorado, Mary Ellen was a 2nd grade school teacher in the Denver Public Schools. Her husband, Dick, survives her, as well as her nephews, Rourk Sheehan, of Pueblo, and Brett Sheehan, of Los Angeles. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, April 12, 2012, 10:30am at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 South Wadsworth Boulevard, Lakewood, Colorado 80227. Visitation one hour prior to Service. Private Interment at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Please share your memories of Mary and condolences with her family by selecting the ""Sign Guestbook"" link.