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Lloyd Parson Obituary
For 35 years he was the owner/operator of Parson's IGA. Lloyd was a member of the Paulding Chamber of Commerce, a very active member of Kiwanis Club, and was also a member of the Knights of Columbus as well as Grandmaster of the Order of Masons, Flatrock Lodge #580.
He was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Lloyd was a role model for men: a promoter of good choices, fairness, and kindness. He loved his family, fishing and the Ohio State Buckeyes.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd Parson Sr. and Allie Parson.
He is survived by his wife, Edna Parson; daughter, Lisa Stevenson (Britt); son, Tim Parson (Heather); grandchildren, Anessa Martin (Duane) and Mekayla, Bailey and Ryan Parson; great-grandchild, Olivia Martin; sister, Joanne Webber; and brother, William Parson.
Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at the Sam Swope Care Center, Masonic Home of Louisville in the New Chapel, 3701 Frankfort Ave. A memorial service will be held in Paulding at a later date. Arrangements: Ratterman Funeral Home, Lexington Road In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for cancer research. This charity was close to Lloyd's heart.
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Memories and Condolences
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Lisa (Parson) Stevenson
February 26, 2011
Thank you for all of your comments, good thoughts and well wishes. My father was a good man with a great heart. I am so proud that he has touched so many lives.
chris clevenger
February 22, 2011
Lisa, So sorry to hear about Lloyd passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Niki Fulk
February 22, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time. Lloyd will be missed by many. I have many fond memories of being at Edna and Lloyd's house as a little girl. My heart goes out to you all!
Rob Clark
February 22, 2011
Edna, Tim, & Lisa,
My sympathy goes out to your entire family. Us Clark kids spent much of our childhood at the Parson house & were frequent guest of yours at the cottage in Coldwater growing up leading to many fond memories. Lloyd was a big part of our extended family and he will forever be remembered as a great man & role model. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this time.
Norah Bash
February 22, 2011
We would like to express our sincere condolences to you all for you loss. We keep you all in our prayers.
Norah Bash & Christopher Bash
Pam Minardo
February 22, 2011
My Sincere sympathy goes to all the family.. I have many fond memories hanging out with the Parsons back in high school in the 70's and 80s. My thoughts and prayers all with you. Sincerely, Pam (Clark) Minardo
Linda & Harold Hasch
February 22, 2011
Lisa,Tim and families,May you know the comfort of our loving GOD in this time of sorrow.GOD bless You all during this difficult time. Harold& Linda Hasch
Brenda Mathys
February 22, 2011
When I worked for him at Parson's IGA, he was a great boss! That can only come from being a great person and having a great character!
Teri Wiswell Logan
February 22, 2011
Sorry for your loss Edna, Lisa, Tim and all your families. Lloyd was a great man.
February 22, 2011
My condolences to all the family
bradley j weidenhamer
February 22, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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