John Mays Parr Jr.

Donn and Parr family, I'm really sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Parr family,
I did not know Jack personally but several years ago I sent him an autograph request because I love KSU sports history. He graciously signed a pic of him blocking Wilt and sent it back to me. I will cherish this forever. Last year I had the chance to thank him personally at the KSHOF banquet and took my picture with him. He was a very nice man and a great representation of KSU athletics. He will be missed.

My condolences,
Corey Reed
Wichita, KS

What an inspirational man. Although I didn't know him well in Salina, I always admired his integrity and motivational qualities.

One incident I recall shows the kind of respect he received. My father took me to a KU/KSU basketball game at the old fieldhouse in Manhattan many years ago. We are loyal KU fans, so you know who we were rooting for.

Anyway, at some point in the game, one of referees was injured and couldn't continue. In those days, there were only two officials on...