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ELIZABETH PARISH Obituary

PARISH Elizabeth Silva Parish, 93, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away May 21, 2011 at HarbourChase Assisted Living Center in Jacksonville. Bette was born June 8, 1917 in Fall River, MA, one of 7 siblings. April 12, 1945 she married William O. Parish. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and 6 siblings. Bette is survived by her children: Trish Parish of Jacksonville, FL, Wayne Parish & wife Karen of Jacksonville, FL, Erin L. Parish & husband Jim Margerum of Gainesville, FL; granddaughter Erin M. Parish of Jacksonville, FL; her sister, Lucille Silva Mitchell of Somerset, MA; and many nieces & nephews. The family will have a private memorial at a later date to celebrate Bette's life. The family thanks the staff & caregivers of HarbourChase Assisted Living & Community Hospice of Jacksonville. Memorial donations can be made to Community Hospice Foundation, 4266 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on May 24, 2011.

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Charlotte Atkinson

August 31, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I went by your old house a few years ago hoping to find your family, and only saw your hand prints still there. I have very fond memeories your mother as our crossing guard and the nights spent over at your house.

Love to you

Lucy Cortese

June 5, 2011

Trish, Wayne, Erin and Family,
I am blessed to have known your dear mother and share in your sympathy. Mrs. P was always a kind and loving soul and we can honor her memory by emulating her life. My thoughts and prayers remain with you at this difficult time.

Barbara Long Moore

May 30, 2011

Erin and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I remember your mother very well when we were in elementary school - she always made me feel welcome in your home. God bless you during this time.

Julie Herrera

May 26, 2011

Erin,
I'm sending love and prayers to you and yours.
Julie Herrera

Karen Moka

May 24, 2011

Erin and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May she always be a part of your life in wonderful memories until you meet again. Love, Karen Moka

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