Family-Placed Death Notice

PARKHURST, Donald Donald Robert Parkhurst, age 65, died Monday, August 8th 2011. He was a native of Indiana, the son of the late Robert Parkhurst and Mrs. Ruth Parkhurst. He had been a resident of Cobb County for 20 years. Don is survived by his loving wife Lois and brother James. A graduate of Purdue University and Harvard Graduate School of Education, his 38 year career in education was distinguished by the gratitude of his students, the respect of his colleagues, and by many awards. Photography was a joy to him, and a delight to those who knew his work. Following his retirement, his commitment to the community continued in his volunteer service to the visually impaired. The memory of his kind and gentle manner and his sense of humor will be cherished by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Vision Rehabilitation Services of Georgia. A memorial service will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August 13th at the Carmichael Funeral Home Chapel in Smyrna.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Aug. 11, 2011.

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Theresa Richards

October 28, 2020

I am deeply saddened to belatedly learn of Don's passing, and offer my condolences to his family. I've shared many stories with others about him and have fond memories of him as a teacher. To laugh while learning chemistry was a blessing, as I loved the subject but had testing difficulties in AP Chemistry at Chelmsford HS. His support and encouragement inspired me to major in Chemical Engineering, and I even visited him a couple times post graduation to say hello and thank him. I will always remember his care for students, passion for chemistry, photography, and love of family (he'd mention Lois or some story as we filtered into class). Class of 1980

Amy (Fineman) Cohen

August 14, 2011

Mr. Parkhurst was one of the first teachers to believe in me...he was a wonderful man, full of zest and knowledge...My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.

Greg Heim, Walker Class of 2000

August 14, 2011

Mr. Parkhurst will be greatly missed. His knowledge, compassion, and sense of humor made one of the greatest teachers I've ever had. My thoughts and prayers are with the Parkhurst Family.

August 14, 2011

Mr. Parkhurst was the most kind-hearted and passionate teachers I have ever had. Every one of his students was truly blessed to have him as a teacher. I still remember many of his wise words of advice. My prayers are with him and his family at this time.
Rachel (Heim) Rockwell, Walker Class of 2002

Rebecca Heim

August 14, 2011

I know I speak for hundreds of students and their parents when I say how blessed we were the day Mr. Parkhurst decided to take his vast knowledge of chemistry and his caring personality to the classroom. His devotion and passion touched the lives of every student passing through his door. He will never be forgotten!

Rachel Barton

August 12, 2011

My prayers are with the Parkhurst family. He was a wonderful teacher that encouraged me to challenge myself and succeed beyond what I thought possible. Whenever I hear a science pun, I'm reminded of him. Mr. Parkhurst will be greatly missed.

Carmichael Funeral Homes

August 11, 2011

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