Ilse R. Parker

May 29, 1928 - August 5, 2018

Ilse R. Parker, 90, of Toledo, passed away Sunday, August 5, 2018, at Perrysburg Commons. She was born May 29, 1928, in Germany and was the daughter of Konrad and Charlotte Suessner. Ilse held many clerical jobs in Germany and the United States. She worked for Dana Corporation in Toledo, as a secretary, executive secretary and retired, after 25 years, as Administrative Assistant. Ilse was very active in the Eleanor Kahle Senior Center as a booster, she served on the Board of Directors and as President. She was also a member of the National Association of Secretaries, Lucas County Senior Olympics and the Toledo Bavarian Club and Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Ilse enjoyed traveling as she traveled extensively throughout Europe and enjoyed playing and watching golf. She was awarded the 25 year Recognition of Service Award from Dana Corporation, the President Award/Heart Award from the Eleanor Kahle Senior Center and a medal from the Lucas County Senior Olympics. Survivors include her sister, Liane Fossland; nieces and nephews, Monika Ploner, Martin Fossland, Karin Grandon and Patrick Fossland. Friends may gather on Sunday, September 9, 2018, from 2-4 p.m. for a Celebration of Life at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 4030 Douglas Road. Memorial contributions may be made to Aldersgate United Methodist Church Accessibility Fund, Lucas County Special Olympics or Heartland Hospice. Ilse’s family and friends would like to thank Heartland Hospice and Perrysburg Commons staffs for their care of Ilse during her last months and to John and Lori for their care and dedication to her over the last years. Arrangements entrusted to the Ansberg-West Funeral Directors, (419) 472-7633. Online condolences may be sent to the family at