Victoria “Vicki” Parge, 79, of Longview, Texas, passed away Saturday, October 10th, 2026, at home with her children by her side.

Vicki was born on August 23rd, 1947, in Minot, North Dakota, to Oscar and Susan Bauch, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her best friend and sister, Terri Stephens.

She is survived by her son, Mark  Parge; her daughter, Amanda  Parge; her grandson, Gage Johnston; her granddaughter, Alayna Johnston and  her nephew, Jason Stephens.

Vicki  lived a life rooted in faith, compassion, and quiet strength.

For more than 40 years, she dedicated her professional life to serving others as a respiratory therapist. Her work was more than a career; it was a calling. She held a profound respect for human life and approached those in her care with genuine empathy, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to their well-being.

Outside of her work, she found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved reading, cross-stitching, a warm cup of tea, and the peace found in quiet moments, whether surrounded by the beauty of the Colorado mountains or sitting in a local park. She also had a love for music and dancing, especially to the songs of Elvis Presley and Neal McCoy.

Though quiet by nature, she possessed a remarkable strength of character. She was compassionate, understanding, and accepting of others, offering kindness without judgment and sympathy without condition. She was a woman of her word, someone whose promises could be trusted and whose love could always be counted on. A faithful parishioner of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Longview, Vicki lived her life guided by her faith. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, guiding the way she loved, forgave, and cared for others.

Above all, she fiercely loved her children and grandchildren. Through her actions more often than her words, she taught them some of life’s most meaningful lessons: to be kind, to keep their promises, to offer grace rather than judgment, and to love without conditions.

She will be remembered not for seeking attention or recognition, but for the quiet and lasting difference she made in the lives of others. Her legacy lives on in the family she loved so deeply, the countless lives she touched throughout her career, and the simple yet profound lessons she leaves behind.

Family and friends will gather to honor her life at a later date. Details will be announced when arrangements have been finalized.