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Cullman Today
By the People, for the People
Carolyn Annette Parker Jett, Longtime Corporate Paralegal, Dies at 69
Funeral services scheduled for Saturday at Ryan's Creek Baptist Church in Bremen, Alabama
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Carolyn Annette Parker Jett, a longtime corporate paralegal who retired from Sirote & Permutt in 2019, passed away on February 11, 2026 at the age of 69. Jett was a graduate of Cold Springs High School, Cullman College, Southern Benedictine College, the University of Montevallo, and Sanford University. She was married to William Jett for 41 years and is survived by her husband, two children, and one grandchild.
Why it matters
Carolyn Annette Parker Jett's obituary highlights the life and accomplishments of a dedicated professional who spent decades working as a corporate paralegal in Alabama. Her educational and career achievements, as well as her family life, provide insight into the experiences of a long-time resident of the Cullman area.
The details
Jett graduated from Cold Springs High School in 1974 and went on to earn an Associate in Arts degree from Cullman College in 1975, a Bachelor of Arts from Southern Benedictine College in 1977, a Master of Arts from the University of Montevallo in 1978, and an Associate of Paralegal Studies from Sanford University in 1981. She worked as a corporate paralegal at Sirote & Permutt, retiring in 2019 after many years of service. Jett was married to William Jett for 41 years and is survived by her husband, two children, and one grandchild.
- Carolyn Annette Parker Jett was born on September 27, 1956.
- She graduated from Cold Springs High School in May 1974.
- Jett earned an Associate in Arts degree from Cullman College in May 1975.
- She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Southern Benedictine College in May 1977.
- Jett earned a Master of Arts from the University of Montevallo in May 1978.
- She earned an Associate of Paralegal Studies from Sanford University in May 1981.
- Jett retired as a Corporate Paralegal from Sirote & Permutt in December 2019.
- Carolyn Annette Parker Jett passed away on February 11, 2026.
The players
Carolyn Annette Parker Jett
A 69-year-old corporate paralegal who retired from Sirote & Permutt in 2019 after a long career.
William Jett
Carolyn's husband of 41 years.
Milton Parker
Carolyn's late father.
Nellie Parker
Carolyn's late mother.
Tommy Parker
Carolyn's late sibling.
What’s next
Funeral services for Carolyn Annette Parker Jett will be held on Saturday, February 14th at 12 p.m. at Ryan's Creek Baptist Church in Bremen, Alabama. Burial will follow the service at Ryan's Creek Cemetery.
The takeaway
Carolyn Annette Parker Jett's life and career as a dedicated corporate paralegal in Alabama's Cullman area highlights the important contributions of long-time local professionals and the value of higher education in building successful careers.
