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Robert Parkhurst Obituary

Robert Michael "Mike" Parkhurst, 81, passed away on October 16 2025, in Ocala, Florida. Mike was born in Hunter, North Dakota to Bob and Doris Parkhurst on December 29, 1943. Mike is survived by his wife, Bonnie Parkhurst, sons Scott (Michelle) and Brian (Jenny) Parkhurst. Grandchildren included Rob, Keiji, Jacob and Sarah Parkhurst, and great granddaughter Kaia Parkhurst. Mike was preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy Parkhurst as well as his younger brother, Pat Parkhurst. In the early 60's the Parkhurst family moved to Southern California where Mike grew up and later graduated from San Diego State University. Mike married Nancy Bean in 1964. Mike moved the family from Southern California to the Pacific Northwest to begin his career in manufactured housing sales. This career lasted throughout most of his life. The foundation was laid, and his sons went on to follow in their father's footsteps to make their own careers. Mike and Nancy relocated to Ocala in the 1990s, where they decided to settle and eventually retire. After Nancy's passing in 2014, Mike found love again and married Bonnie in 2017. Together, they shared a deep faith, a love of travel, and a strong devotion to family and friends. Mike and Bonnie especially enjoyed opening their home to loved ones, hosting joyful gatherings during the holidays and throughout the year. Mike will be remembered as a hardworking, principled man with a strong sense of family and conviction. His legacy lives on through the values he instilled in those who loved him. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 12:00pm on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Roberts of Ocala Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, 606 SW 2nd Avenue with the family receiving friends one hour prior, from 11:00am to 12:00pm.

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Published by 352 Today on Oct. 21, 2025.

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Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

Roberts of Ocala Downtown Chapel

606 SW 2nd Ave, Ocala, FL 34471

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606 SW 2nd Ave, Ocala, FL 34471

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