In Remembrance Of
Sue Wallingford
Marilyn Sue (Parman) Wallingford, 84, of Platte City, MO passed away August 15, 2026.
She was born on May 14, 1942, to Mark Meredith Parman and Dorothy Evelyn (Faucett) Parman in Kansas City, MO.
The family moved around the state several times during her childhood but eventually arrived in Platte County where she attended and graduated from Platte City High School. It was there that she met Billy Ray Wallingford and they were married on May 26, 1961. Platte City was their home for nearly 65 years.
Sue was the manager of Cuttings United Super grocery store in Platte City for several years in the late 1970s and early 1980s, up to its ultimate closure. She was later the bookkeeper/title clerk for various car dealerships.
Sue enjoyed her many pets, dogs and cats, and caring for her husband, family, and home. Going to the lake, road trips, and following the children’s and grandchildren’s sports and school events kept their schedule full until recent years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mark and Dorothy Parman, her husband Bill, and her brother Robert Dwayne Parman.
Sue is survived by her children Bob (Melissa) Wallingford, Deanna (Duane) Sellars, Meredith (Mark) Tolliver, her grandchildren Cody (Johnna) Wallingford, Lyndsie Sellars, Joshua (Brittany) True, Taylor (Nick ) Kramer, Jake (Kathy) Wallingford, Collin (Olivia) Tolliver, Delaney Tolliver, Carrie (Cody) Lafflin, and Billy Wallingford; great grandchildren Garrett, Whitman, Clay, Mac, Ethan, and Cal; her brother Don (Susan) Parman, sister Marka (Jim) Barker, sisters in law Patty (Ali) Esfandiary and Bonnie Wallingford; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.
Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. with Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 21st the First Baptist Church of Platte City, Platte City, MO.
Burial: Platte City Cemetery, Platte City, MO.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Northcare Hospice
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Service Details
Platte City Cemetery
10:00-11:00 a.m. Friday, August 21st the First Baptist Church of Platte City, Platte City, MO.
11:00 a.m. Friday, August 21st the First Baptist Church of Platte City, Platte City, MO.
Comments & condolences
2 comments
Bernard Duthé
I had the privilege of spending a year with Sue and her family as an exchange student, and I have always remembered that time with great affection. Sue welcomed me so warmly and generously that she made me feel truly part of the family. During that year, I also had the chance to visit quite a few places with Sue and Bill, and I have many wonderful memories of the time we spent together. I was especially touched when Sue later came all the way to Switzerland to visit me.
Although we lost contact over the years, I have never forgotten her kindness and generosity. I am thinking of Sue with great fondness and am very grateful to have known her.
My deepest condolences to all her family.
Bernard
Switzerland
Barbara Parman Wood
Marilyn Sue and I were first cousins. I saw her most when we were young though rarely after high school. I knew she was devoted to her husband and children and was a wonderful wife, mother, and homemaker. I always admired her and was proud of her and her children’s accomplishments. I always wished we could have lived closer and had more opportunities to share our lives.
I know she will be missed by her family and I hope their many wonderful memories will give them comfort and peace.