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DONALD PARSONS Obituary

PARSONS, Donald E. Of Walpole formerly of Norwood died on Aug. 7, 2013 at the age of 55. Beloved husband of Tina M. (Bernardi) Parsons. Devoted father of Nicole S. Parsons of Walpole. Brother of Kathleen Sullivan and her husband John F. of Wrentham and his late Twin Brother Ronald E. Parsons and his late Sister Kelly Ann Parsons. Son of the late Donald E. and Yvette Eva (Godbout) Parsons. Also survived by many Nieces and Nephews. Donald was a Project Manager for Walsh Bros. Construction Co. in Walpole and was a graduate of Norwood High school. Funeral from the Kraw-Kornack Funeral Home 1248 Washington St. NORWOOD Saturday at 11am followed by a funeral mass at 12noon at the Blessed Sacrament Church Walpole. Visiting hours will be held on Friday from 4-8pm. Burial will be at St. Francis Cemetery Walpole. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to Stem Cell Transplantation Program Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215. www.kraw-kornackfuneralhome.com 781-762-0482

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2013.

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September 15, 2013

Tina, I just heard of the loss of your dear husband. My deepest sympathy and may god bless you and your daughter in this difficult. His pain and suffering is over and someday you will all be reunited in Gods kingdom. Love Kim and Joe Oram (Orlando)

August 18, 2013

Dear Tina and Family, Please accept my Sincere and Heartfelt Sympathy upon hearing of the loss of your beloved husband. In love and sympathy your former employee, Kathleen Hennessey Arey

August 14, 2013

Dear Tina & Family. Just returned from a weekend away and heard of the loss of your husband,Don. I am so sorry to hear this and please accept my sincere sympathy. I only knew him from a few visits to Bernardi's Restaurant and found him very pleasant and much too young to be this ill. Sincerely Marion Gravina

Francis Farinacci

August 13, 2013

Tina and Nicole,

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband and father, Don. I'm so glad that I met him at Stephen's Christmas Eve Party one year and spoken to him quite awhile. I hope you and your daughter will find comfort knowing that you have fond memories of him.

janice gore

August 13, 2013

So sorry to be reading the passing of your husband Donnie Tina and family and his sister Kathy and family...He was so handsome and way too young!! God Bless you all!

mary ellen vargas

August 12, 2013

Tina and family just heard the news of sonnies passing my prayers are with you and nicci. He will truly missed.

Gerry Bagni

August 12, 2013

Donnie, Ronnie & I grew up together as teens. Donnie taught us how to ride dirt bikes, he suffered so since Kelly but, always smiled and laughed when we were together. The last time was at Kevin's cause, we howled like Vikings for 20 minutes about all the goofy stuff we did as kids like the time Ronnie wouldn't let go of the rope swing at the train bridge. My condolences to Tini, Nicci, Kathy and all who were close to Donnie, the world has lost a magnificent sole.

Jason Noto

August 12, 2013

Donny invited my wife and I over to his house to watch a Pats game when we moved to Walpole and knew no one. He was a wonderful man who we will miss deeply. So sorry for your loss, Tina.

Andrea Montagno

August 12, 2013

Tina and Nicci, So sorry for you loss. I know Donnie was a fighter till the end. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Cathy Firicano

August 12, 2013

I will always remember Donnie as being such a nice, handsome guy in high school. He was liked by all. I was very sad to hear the news of his passing. May you be comforted by all the memories he has created for you.

Doreen & Dennis Lynch

August 12, 2013

Our sincere and deepest sympathy to Tina and Nicci and to the Bernardi family. Donnie was loved by so many and we have fond memories of him and will forever cherish and keep those memories alive in our hearts.

Doreen Lynch

August 12, 2013

Tina and Nicci ~ I cannot begin to tell you how deeply saddened I was when I heard about Donnie's passing. I was , and still am on vacation, but each day since his passing I cannot get the two of you and Donnie off my mind. He was a wonderful person and a very respected individual. I cry as I write these words because I am so sad for the two of you and the pain you must be feeling; although we have to believe he is in a much better place and his suffering is no more. Tina I send my love to you and I send a huge hug to both you and Nicci and I will call you when I get back.

Ted Maloney

August 11, 2013

Dear Tina,
We just heard this news tonight. We are so sorry for your loss. My best memories of Donny are from the Venice Cafe...we had some crazy and fun times there. He was a great guy and you are a great woman.
Be strong.
Love and prayers from Teddy, Karen and Robyn Maloney

J Costello

August 11, 2013

My deepest sympathy to you all. Donnie was a great guy and he will be missed by many. I always enjoyed seeing Donnie and the whole Parsons family. God Bless

Chris Crehan

August 10, 2013

Tina: just finding out today of your loss. I met the twins in 2nd grade in our 1st communion class (!) and have good memories of them, I'm sure you have many more. Good luck in this difficult time, you and yours are in my thoughts.
All the best, Chris

Bob & Sylvia Sullivan

August 10, 2013

Dear Tina & Nicole....I was shocked when I heard about Donny...This is so sad. My heart aches for you and Nicci. He was a wonderful husband, friend and Boss! I have SO many fond memories of working with him for 17 yrs at Bernardi's. He will be greatly missed and I will call you in a couple of weeks. Know that I am giving you a big hug right now. Sylvia & Bob

August 10, 2013

Tina and Nicole, David and I are so saddened by the loss of Donny. He fought a good fight. He will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With our deepest sympathy and love. Cindy and David Sullivan

Mary Dugdale

August 10, 2013

Tina, I'm so sorry to hear about Donny you and your daughter are in my prayer's. Mary Dugdale

Capt Billy O'Connor

August 9, 2013

Damn Good Man! Great teammate,husband and Dad! Nobody gave more effort on the ice than Donny! Luvya Buddy

Wally Day

August 9, 2013

Tina, I just heard about Donny passing from Gary Titus...so sad...my prayers are with you and Nicole...Wally Day

Judy McAvoy

August 9, 2013

Dear Tina & Nicole, Nicole & I were very saddened to hear of Donny's passing.He was a wonderful guy,always with a smile on his face.Remeber all the precious memories you all shared.Our thoughts & Prayers are with you at this difficult time. Judy & Nicole McAvoy

August 9, 2013

Tina, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, didn't know Donnie, however Eileen told me very good things about him. May you and your family remember the good times that you all shared. Betty Ann Miller "Bailey"

Sue Brissette

August 9, 2013

Dear Tina and family. I just read of Donnie's passing. I knew you all many years ago when I worked at the Venice and at Bernardi's. We had many great laughs and what a great guy. Hope all your great memories will get you and Nicci through the days to follow.

Camille Macomber

August 9, 2013

Tina and Nicci,
I consider myself very fortunate to have known such a wonderful man. May you find comfort in the memories you have of such a beautiful person and the love you shared. A wonderful husband, an awesome dad, and a good friend. He will always be remembered as a kind, warm-hearted loving person. The minute anyone met Donny, they immediately knew he was genuinely a nice guy. He will be sorely missed by all. I'm so very deeply saddened for you both. May God help you through this difficult time. You're in my thoughts. Love, Camille

Banksie

August 9, 2013

From veterans of Monday night hockey. God bless you and we skate in your honor.

Carrie and Brad Rendall

August 9, 2013

We didn't know Donnie very long but could immediately sense what a kind and generous person he was. His passing is truly a loss. Our condolences to his family and friends.

Maureen Romaine

August 9, 2013

Tina, We are so sad to hear of Donnie's passing. Please know, you and Nicky are in our thoughts.

Amy & Mike Carr

August 9, 2013

We are so saddened to hear of Donnie's passing. He was a good friend. Tina & Nicci, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Dolores Elias

August 9, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss Tina. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Dolores Elias

August 9, 2013

Dear Tina and Nicci,
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you since we heard of Donnie's passing. He has given you the strength to get though this with his love for the both of you and the memories that you will share and speak about forever. He is forever in your hearts.
Peace
Cindy, Earl, and Vanessa

Robin Purpura Cathey

August 9, 2013

Our Condolences from the Purpura Family. May his memory be eternal.

August 9, 2013

Tina, and your family, I am so sorry for your loss, Donny was an amazing man. I always knew functions I booked for Maple Grove Manor, then Colonial Care Center, and my wedding would be great at Bernardi's then Raffaels with you and Donny taking care of things. His smile was amazing. May you find comfort knowing he is now with Ronnie and Kelly again.

August 9, 2013

Tina,Nikki,Kathi and Family,
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Wishing you all peace, comfort and courage in facing the days ahead.
So glad to call Donny my friend, many funny, happy (and sad) memories with the whole Parson family. Will miss him dearly.
Love you all, Lisa (Pedersen)

Nancy Brodeur

August 9, 2013

Tina, Nicci and Family, To say the least I am so sorry to hear of Donnie's passing. May you find peace and strength at this time of sadness. I think of the many mornings serving coffee to Donnie at Country Kitchen and to later work for your family at your restaurant, Great Guy, Great Family,God Bless You All.

Susan Saucier

August 9, 2013

Oh Tina, I am so very sorry to hear about Donny...thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....

August 9, 2013

I remember him as a young man with a colorful vehicle in high school. Very sorry to hear.

Mark & Cheryl Nardelli

August 9, 2013

Tina, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to you and our family.

elaine iagatta

August 9, 2013

Dearest and most beautiful Tina. I am deeply saddened to know of your massive loss. The only comfort is in knowing the bible says: absent from the body IS present w the Lord. Amen. So we shall all see him again. I also know many people leave this earth having never known love and you cannot say that. You two had a wonderful life together and are loved by many people. All my love, Elaine E. Iagatta and Madison Iagatta-Cappadona

joanne lavin (cannon)

August 9, 2013

Kathy , so sorry for your loss its been a long time since i've seen or talked to you but your in my prayers at this sad time.Joanne Lavin (cannon)

David Guido

August 9, 2013

Tina, I am so sorry to see this. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Nicci and the entire family. May the Lord bless your hearts with peace, love and the warmth of cherished memories. “Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:4

Norma Purpura-Chitvanni

August 9, 2013

Tina, Our family is very saddened to hear of Donnie's passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kathy & Mark Cullen

August 9, 2013

Tina and Nicci, we are deeply saddened by the loss of a truly amazing, kind and wonderful husband / father / friend. Our prayers are with the both of you and your family. Donny will be deeply missed. Xo

August 9, 2013

Tina My heart goes out to you and all your family. Great guy! He has fought a hard battle for a long time may he find peace now and always watching out for you and Nicole

kati Anderson

August 8, 2013

Dear Nicci,I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I had the pleasure of hearing stories about your Dad when you worked in the GI unit at NWH. He must have along with your Mom been a great person to have such a great daughter. Thoughts and prayers, Love, Kati Anderson

Cathy and Craig Ripley / Greene

August 8, 2013

Many Blessings to you Tina and your dear family. Humankind has lost a beautiful soul - Spirit has gained a rare gem. We are so very sorry for you loss.

Kerry & Cheryl McDavitt

August 8, 2013

Tina, We are so very sorry to hear of Donny's passing. He was such a nice guy and you were such a great couple. May he rest in peace.

jeanne nickola-gugliotta

August 8, 2013

We grew up together and I moved away for a long time but then remember seeing you every now and again..so sorry Tina for your loss...childhood friends..Jeanne gugliotta

Kevin Mahoney

August 8, 2013

Tina, so sorry to hear of your loss. I am shocked and saddened for you and your family. You and your family are in my thoughts.

Kevin Mahoney

elaine iagatta

August 8, 2013

Dearest and most beautiful Tina: words will always fail in times like this. But I kno 2 things. U had a real love with Donny and I KNOW we will see him again. Amen. I was so flattened when my father told me. I am soooo happy I saw u both at Raven and we laughed so much. So many good memories. Sooo many good years. Deeply, my sympathy and love, Elaine E. Iagatta and Madison

August 8, 2013

Gosh I remember Donny in elementary school and later on comng in the Country Kitchen for coffee every morning..you were such a great guy and dedicated to family..you will be missed..
<3 Jeanne gugliotta

August 8, 2013

Dear Tina....I am truly sorry to hear of Donnie's passing. I have known the family since 1966; we lived in the same apartment building for many years. We shared many good times. My prayers are with you and your daughter Nicci.

Sandra (Riley) Amoling

Suki Meredith

August 8, 2013

Tina, please accept my very deepest sympathies during this very difficult time. I am so sorry to hear of Donnie's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandy Balduf

August 8, 2013

Tina, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Kathy Farrell (Riley)

August 8, 2013

Dear Tina and Nicci, Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I knew Donnie since I was a young girl...being best friends with Kathy when growing up. The Parsons house was my home away from home. I will admit today that I always had a secret crush on Donnie! I am so very sorry. With luv, Kathy (Riley) Farrell

Cindy Thulin

August 8, 2013

Tina, I am sorry to hear about Donnie. The image of the two of you as teenagers immediately popped in my head when I heard the news. Such a couple happy...always. God Bless you and Nicci. He was a lovely guy & will be missed by many. xo

Carolyn Shedd

August 8, 2013

Tina, Nicci and family ... I am so sad and sorry to learn of Donnie's passing ... and for the pain that you are feeling. Sending you love and hugs and wishes for peace and comfort during this difficult time. xoxo

Cheri (Michel) Barnes

August 8, 2013

Dear Tina, sending prayers of comfort during this most difficult time for you and your family. May God be with you and give you strength.

Rick Rignanese

August 8, 2013

Tina and your family, I was deeply saddened to hear of Donnie's passing, me thoughts and prayers go out to you, May he rest in peace, The Lord has a new ANGEL.

Jen Bering

August 8, 2013

Tina, So sorry to hear this. Thinking of you and your family! Donny was a terrific person and loved by everyone!!

August 8, 2013

Tina, Nicci, and the Bernardi family, So sorry to hear this news. Donny was a fantastic guy. Always will remember the great job Donny, Tina, and Joey did the day of our weeding up at Bernardi's. Our thoughts are with your whole family. Jerry & Terri Chisholm

Steve Bishop

August 8, 2013

Tina my heart goes out to you and your family
Donny was a good friend and will always cherish the fun times we used to have at Bernardis and the golf tournament
Steve Bishop

George Hope

August 8, 2013

Our Deepest Sympathies
The Hope Family

Betsy Eklund

August 8, 2013

Karl and I want to extend our sympathies to you and your family. Donnie was a genuinely nice person. We're thinking of you.

Meg Donelan

August 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to you!

Ken & Tabbie Tebeau

August 8, 2013

sorry to hear of your loss. our prayers are with you all. God Bless. R.I.P. Donald, may you sleep with the angels.

Gary Titus

August 8, 2013

Tina, I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. Donny was and always be one of my favorite people. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Gary Titus

August 8, 2013

Tina, Nicci, and the Bernardi family,
We are so sorry and sad for your loss. May Donny rest in God's comfort and peace. Our thoughts are with you.
Love,
Greg and Michelle

August 8, 2013

Nicci,
My heart is so sad for you and your family. I wish you and your family strength as you remember all the wonderful memories you share.

Love,
Maria, Jake, Nicholas and Matthew Glenn

Frank & Kaye Woodward

August 8, 2013

Tina - know that our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. May Donnie rest in the peace and love of GOD

Paul & Karen Hagerty

August 8, 2013

Tina and Nicci are thoughts and prayers are with you. Anyone who saw Donnie with the two of you knew how much he loved you both. May that love help you through this difficult time.

August 8, 2013

Mrs. Parsons and Nicci, My heart goes out to both of you. Its so hard to loose such an important member of your family. Keep his memory alive by talking about him and reliving your precious memories together. Together you will help each other move through this event and find strength to carry on without him. Love and prayers, Claire Prince

August 8, 2013

Dear Tina and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,

Cynthia A.O'Malley
Betro Pharmacy

Lorraine Wennerstrand

August 8, 2013

Hearts are broken tears are shed. You were my best friends son and we've shared a life time of fond memories. Rest in peace and you are now back in the loving arms of our wonderful guardian angels Yvette, Ronnie & Kelly Ann. Much Love,Lorraine & Winnie Wennerstrand

Julie Parsons

August 8, 2013

Our thoughts and strength are with you all at this time.We are so saddened by this loss.xo His light will forever shine.Love.The other Parsons Family.

Kathy Lutz

August 8, 2013

Tina and family, I'm so very saddened by this news and so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace and love.

Pramila and Ved Gupta

August 8, 2013

Tina and Nicci we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to both of you. We hope that you find comfort in his loving memories. You and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Wendy Brown Evans

August 8, 2013

Rest in Eternal Peace Donny. Deepest condolences to the Parsons family and to all who knew and loved Donny.

August 8, 2013

Tina & Nicci, We are so sorry for your loss. May his memory be eternal. Sam & Beverly

Farrell

August 8, 2013

Tina and Nicci we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to the both of you, we know how much Donny will be missed.

Debi Paciito

August 8, 2013

Deepest sympathy.

Debi Wennerstrand-Pacitto

August 8, 2013

My heart filled with fond childhood memories of Donnie and family. Hoping your loving memories ease your sorrow. My thoughts and prayers with you all.

August 7, 2013

Nicci, You are and always have been in my heart. Please know that I am thinking of you and your mom. Madame

August 7, 2013

Nicci, You are and always have been in my heart. Please know that I am thinking of you and your mom. Madame

August 7, 2013

Our thoughts and love.
Brian & Kathy Thomas

Ted Czyrklis

August 7, 2013

To all of Donnys family our deepest condolences.

The Czyrklis Family

Karen & Jim Thomas

August 7, 2013

Tina and family , So sorry for your loss . Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Karen and Jim Thomas

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