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Daniel Parsch Obituary
Reverend Daniel Paul Parsch, age 67, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 28, 2012. He was born May 16, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Harold and Doris (Beyer) Parsch. On December 16, 1972, he and Monica Bertermann were united in marriage.
Dan was a Missouri Synod Lutheran minister for 36 years. He was most recently a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Springfield, Missouri. He served as Pastor for churches in Bay City, Michigan, Urbandale, Iowa, and Ft. Walton Beach, Florida before retirement.
Survivors include: his wife, Monica; son, Mark Daniel Parsch, daughter-in-law Anna, and grandchildren, Lily and soon to be born baby boy Parsch, of Overland Park, Kansas; son, Michael Paul Parsch and daughter-in-law, Jennifer of Clive, Iowa; two brothers and their wives, David and Susan Parsch, and Timothy and Sherri Parsch, all of Florida; a sister, Deborah Sumner of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; his mother-in-law, Lois Bertermann of Bloomington, Indiana; sister-in-law, Claudia Keller and husband Joe of Lillian, Alabama; brother-in-law, Jonathan Bertermann and wife Joan of Bloomington, Indiana; nieces; nephews; and many, many friends. His parents preceded him in death.
Dan loved the Lord, and his passion was serving the Lord's people. He could talk for hours about sports, especially baseball, old movies and history. He never forgot a face and the name that went with it. He loved his family and adored being "Papa".
A memorial service will be 10:00 AM Thursday, November 1, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Springfield. Arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa.
Memorial donations may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church, the American Heart Association, or to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Parsch
Melody Light
October 25, 2020
Pastor Parsch will always be in my heart. He confirmed my son. He gave a beautiful sermon at my mother's funeral and at my sister's funeral. He was warm and understanding and I felt I was surrounded by angels. He helped us get through the two deaths in my family. I miss you Pastor Parsch...I will always remember you.
Walt and Roz Timm
January 18, 2013
Monica and family...
...Roz and I just heard of Pastor Parsch's death; wow, October to mid-January is a long time...We SO much enjoyed worshipping with you and the boys and Pastor, when we lived in Waukee and worked with Dalen on his Music Ministry Board. Certainly wished I would have know you folks were in Nixa, as we live in Jeff City. I wish you the Lord's continued blessings as you continue to walk in your journey of faith and look forward to that day when you and Pastor will once again be together...oh, and Pastor Hoyer and his wife, also. Our thoughts and prayers
Melody Light
December 13, 2012
I just now heard of Pastor's death. He was a wonderful soul...he buried my mother, father and sister. Without him I never could have made it through. I will always remember him and his wonderful family. The best years of my life were the years as a member of Gloria Dei.
Always,
Roberta Shine
November 9, 2012
Monica and family
I was so sad to hear of Dan's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are in Florida so we will not be able to be there to help celebrate his life. Thinking of you and wishing I could give you a hug in person. I will always remember you two greetings us when we moved to Quail Ridge and making us feel at home. It was such a blessing May Gods loving arms surround and support you.
Craig Light
November 9, 2012
I am greiving from the loss of the dearest of friends and one of the most beautiful souls I have ever met. Pastor Parsch was a neighbor who knew who I was even before I became an adult member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. I went through adult catechism with this kind and loving soul. I have not seen him from years and have always missed him. He and his God's words and lessons of comfort, love, forgiveness and grace have and continue to elevate my life. I have always loved you and will do so forevermore. Until we meet again, God blessings be upon you. You are missed on this earthly plane but will endure in my heart and soul forever. Love..Love...Love
Liz Brecht
November 7, 2012
Monica, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and the family in my prayers.
Angels around you,
Liz Brecht
November 7, 2012
Dear Parsch Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Pastor Parsch married us and he was a neat guy and fellow fan of sports, movies, and history. My Johnston High and Air Force Academy buddies who were in the wedding commented on his "coolness".
Love,
Kathy, Shep, Warren, and Winter Sparks
Shawnee KS
Bret Wortman
November 7, 2012
I fondly remember Pastor's gentle guidance to me during my high school years. There was a time when I was asked to give the prayer before a school banquet, and I was urged to keep the Lord out of it. I spoke with Pastor Parsch, who urged me to follow my heart and make my prayer pleasing to God first. That guidance still works in my life today.
I even remember babysitting the boys once upon a time. Your family, and Pastor in particular, made a great impact on my life. I can't make it back for the visitation, but know that I will be saying a prayer for you all from here. God bless you all.
November 3, 2012
monica
I just wanted to say i am so sorry for i know that your wonderful husband is in a good place and he will never be forgotten and he will alway's be missed by the people at gloria dei
god bless you and your family phillipins 4:13
athena
November 3, 2012
i remember first meeting pastor parsch when i started to go to gloria dei before he had to a call to another church in another state it's hard that i have known him for ten years and now finding out that he has passed away sudenly ,it makes me sad that he is gone but knowing the he is in a better place with the lord jesus christ .My thoughts and prayers go out to his family right now .Pastor Parsch will be greatly missed by his family and friends that has known for the longest time and knowing that he is upstairs with the lord and spreading the word of the lord to others that has gone to the other side .I am just in utter shock right no I am lost for words.
Christine Hiltgen
November 2, 2012
Mike-
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Love,
Hogan, Christine & Sophia
Mike Meyerring
November 1, 2012
Dear Mike and family,
My thoughts are prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Tim Klopfenstein
November 1, 2012
Mike: I sense from the comments of others that your dad was a 2 Cor 3:12 man. I feel sure he would ask us to read on through 5:9 so that we too can look forward to hearing "Well done, good and faithful servant." Until then, I grieve with you and look forward to the day you will introduce me to your dad in the heavenlies.
Melissa Wright
November 1, 2012
Mike,
I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wanda Gardnder
November 1, 2012
Mike,
My deepeset sympathy is with you and your family at this time.
Wanda Gardner
American Heart Association
November 1, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
October 31, 2012
Dear Monica and Family: Kathy and I pray for our loving Savior's healing and comforting touch during this time of sadness for you and yours. Dan's last sermon at Redeemer was so uplifting and memorable; we discussed God's message to us with Redeemer friends that Dan delivered just two weeks ago. How blessed we were to be present and to have known your husband and father this side of eternity. What a day of rejoicing it will be when we're all joined together in heaven even while we mourn his passing on this side of eternity. Blessings and much love in Jesus, Ron and Kathy Merritt
October 31, 2012
Monica,
My prayers are with you and your family in this very sad time.
God bless Diane Suhre
Diane Suhre
October 31, 2012
Monica,
In this time of great sorrow, May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you.
In His Love,
The Angermans
Floyd Marshall
October 31, 2012
I met Dan only a few months back, but quickly came to like him alot. I really enjoyed being in his company. I will miss him very much. God Bless.
Jane Erb
October 31, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 31, 2012
Monica, Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dan was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. Kurt and Sue Clement
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