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Christopher Parsons Obituary
Christopher David "Chris" Parsons, 29, of Westminster, died Thursday, October 23, 2014 in Frederick from injuries sustained in a helicopter accident. Born July 25, 1985, he was the son of Nancy Jane Stull Parsons and Keith Parsons of Pelzer, SC. He is survived by his wife and best friend ever Ashlee Parsons. He worked as a helicopter flight instructor for Advanced Helicopter Concepts. He was a graduate of the Community College of Baltimore County. He served in the Marines on three deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He was a Clemson Tigers and Baltimore Ravens fan and enjoyed astronomy. He was the best husband ever. In addition to his parents and wife, he is survived by a brother Brian Parsons of Pelzer, SC, mother-in-law and father-in-law Tina and Tom Grimes of Taneytown, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Rachel and Garrett Wise of York, PA and brother-in-law Jordan Grimes of Taneytown. The family will receive friends on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fletcher Funeral & Cremation Services, 254 E. Main St., Westminster. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Garry Sheaffer officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Deer Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be offered to Ashlee Parsons, c/o New Windsor State Bank, 213 Main St, New Windsor, MD 21776. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.FLETCHERFUNERALHOME.net.
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Vera Brooks
October 28, 2014
Ashley for a short time that I known Christopher at Life Fitness both of you were the nice two people that I and my granddaughter have meant. We both were shock to hear about your lost. There are know word that you haven't heard that will comfort you at your lost. Again we are sorry for your lost. my you find comfort in knowing that God is with you, and it's ok to cry, and even laugh when you remember the good and the bad times. Our Prayers are with you and your family. Vera Brooks, and Imahnee McCloud. (From Pt.)
October 27, 2014
Dear Sweet Ashlee,
It is with a heavy heart that we send our love, prayers and thoughts for you and your families. No words can help at such a tragic time as this but pls know that God does care and will help you thru one day at a time. Love, Bill, Cindy and children
Renee Parsons
October 27, 2014
Sending prayers. We are so sorry.
Cheryl Brown
October 25, 2014
I was honored to meet Chris last Saturday when he assisted in granting a wish for a hospice patient. Chris is one of a kind. Prayers to his wife and family.
Kay Sykesville
October 25, 2014
Thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Parson's wife and family. May God help you through this difficult time. God Bless.
Don Elseroad
October 25, 2014
In recognition of Christopher Parsons' Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the members of the SSgt Walter F. 'Trae' Cohee III Detachment # 115, Salisbury, MD as of well as the members the Tri-Cities Detachment # 969, Gray, TN of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Staff Sergeant USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment # 115 & # 969
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