Yvette C. Johnson-Parker

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Yvette Johnson-Parker, 55 of Stratford, CT left her earthly, loving family and friends on January 24, 2021. Yvette was born on March 20, 1965 in Stamford, CT where she continued to reside with her family during her formative years. She moved to Stratford, CT more than 20 years ago where she has resided with her husband, Brian Parker. In this home they worked together to care for their children and build their lives. Yvette will be greatly missed by Brian, her mother Fredena Johnson and her beloved children Jelan Johnson and Robert Parker. Jelan and Robert were her greatest accomplishment, which brought her such pride and joy. She also leaves behind her stepchildren Bryan and Kiara Parker along with her step grandchildren Kamden and Kamora.

Yvette is also survived by her siblings Stacey Spears, Demetiria Roberts, Corey Brooks, Reggie Spears, and Kim Gonzalez. She has also left behind many family members and friends. She was greeted upon her leaving by her maternal grandparents Verlette (Nicholson) Johnson and Fred Johnson as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Yvette was a proud member on her maternal grandfather’s side of the Nanticoke Indian Association in Millsboro Delaware. She also was a member of Eckankar, which highlights the freeing of the soul from the body and the personal path to God. For 20 years, she provided service to them, spreading the healing power of God’s divine love. Yvette was a graduate of Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. 

Yvette leaves behind a huge emptiness and sadness for many people as Yvette was the light and love to so many. It is always hard to try to sum up one’s life in a few sentences and that is especially true for Yvette because she meant so much to so many. She was a person who touched everyone she met whether it was briefly or long term. Yvette wanted to fulfill her purpose in life and she often pondered what that purpose was. Even though those who knew and loved her understood what she provided to everyone, the hope is she now knows that she lived her life’s purpose because she brought so much joy, acceptance and love to everyone she met. After hearing the news of Yvette’s passing people have provided tributes to Yvette using words such as: 

“Sweetest, soft spoken, and understanding”. 

“Yvette was a caring and genuine person who taught me about compassion and mediation”. 

“The harmony, love, and light you shared, touching lives will be greatly missed and always remembered.

”Your kind spirit and bright light can never be forgotten. You loved hard and were an inspiration to all you knew.” 

“Yvette you were such a wonderful friend, so kind and gentle.” “Thanks for sharing your brilliant SPIRIT with me.” 

“You always smiled and had an outgoing personality! Genuine soul and sweet person.”

“Your kind words and positive affirmations will be dearly missed.”

“I’ve heard it said a time or two that some people are just too beautiful and kind for this world…this must be you.”

“Butterfly, so colorful and bright, so gentle and soft, so happy and free.”

Yvette provided this energy in both her personal life and her career as a Social Worker, working in various settings and included some of the most needing and deserving. The longest agency where Yvette worked was with the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services in both Stamford and Bridgeport. She held many roles including case management, crisis intervention, and forensics. She then worked with clients seeking re-entry into the work field with the Career Resources in Bridgeport. Yvette then worked at City Block in Waterbury where she engaged with members in need of various supports around their medical and behavioral health. 

Yvette also loved animals and she felt a huge connection to all animals and the earth. She was probably met by her fur babies when she left including Shaka, Chitto, and Phoenix. The animal she admired and connected with was the wolf, which was probably due to the similarities she shared with the wolf. The Wolf is a symbol of guardianship, ritual, loyalty, and spirit and has the ability to make quick and firm emotional attachments. They often need to trust their own instincts, and they teach us to do the same, to trust our hearts and minds, and have control over our own lives.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during a Walk Through Wake on Saturday, January 30, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home. Due to gathering size restrictions, a limited number of attendees are allowed in the building at one time; masks and social distancing will be required. A Private Family Funeral Service will be held at 12:15 p.m. You are invited to join us virtually for both the Wake (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.) and Service (12:15 p.m.) via oneroomstreaming.com. Username: Codywhitefh Password: MOTHBT

Her family has asked that donations be made to the Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary in her name. Their donation page can be found at the following link: https://wildspiritwolfsanctuary.org/donate/  

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