Judith M. Knowlton

LYNNFIELD – Mrs. Judith M. Knowlton, 82 of Lynnfield, loving wife of Leslie R. Parker passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 12th, 2026 at Winchester Hospital with her family by her side.

Born in Dracut, Judith, lovingly known as Judy was born to Daniel and Clara (Corr) Knowlton. Judy was raised and educated in Dracut and was a graduate of Dracut High School where she excelled in athletics, playing on the high school basketball team. Throughout her life, she thrived in sports going semi-pro in softball and enjoyed all ball sports throughout her life.

Professionally, Judy worked as an assembler for decades at MKS Instruments. She loved her career in the industry and the coworkers she worked alongside of.

Judy devoted her time to many passions, including supporting the New England Patriots through their many seasons, watching the Red Sox, the Bruins and the Celtics. Judy loved life, spending time with family and friends, vacationing in Maine, driving the pontoon boat on the pond, laughing and making memories. She will be deeply missed.

In addition to her loving wife, Leslie R. Parker of Lynnfield; Judith is survived by her siblings, Betty Southworth and her husband, Ray of Dracut, Pam Eldridge of North Carolina, Fred Knowlton of North Carolina; sisters-in-law, Daisy Knowlton of Dracut, Vanessa Knowlton of Dracut, Linda Jenkins of Maine, Sally Surette of Florida, Suzy Sampson and her husband, Paul of Lynnfield; brother-in-law, Fred Parker and his wife, Debra of Topsfield, and numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Judy was predeceased by her parents, Daniel and Clara Knowlton; and brothers, Donald and Daniel Knowlton.

ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are invited to Judy’s funeral service which will be held at O’Donnell Cremations – Funerals – Celebrations, 167 Maple St., (Rte. 62) DANVERS on Tuesday, February 17th at 12:30 P.M. with a visitation to held prior to her service from 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. A private burial will be held in Rowley Cemetery in the spring. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com.