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Randall Parsons Obituary
Randall Brooks Parsons, 63 of Miami Township, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, April 8, 2017. Mr. Parsons served as teacher and administrator in the Finneytown and Mt. Healthy City School districts before retiring in 2013. He was a member and the current Youth Director of Loveland United Methodist Church. He is survived by wife, Becky, sons Matthew and Dan (Leah) Parsons, son of Betty and the late Brooks Parsons, brother of Dean (Shawn) and the late John Parsons. Visitation will be Saturday, April 15th, 9:30-11:00 am. followed by a memorial service beginning at 11:00 am. at Loveland United Methodist Church, 10975 S. Lebanon Rd, Loveland, OH 45140. Memorials made be made to Loveland United Methodist Church. Online guestbook is available at www.strawserfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Randall Parsons
Joan Stavale
April 6, 2020
Randy - unforgettable, always authentic, powerful and gentle kindness, humorous, ever-the-optimist, quietly inspirational, forever missed. Our planet needs his character and integrity. Thoughts of continued healing to Becky and family.
Joan Stavale
April 6, 2019
Randy is truly unforgettable. A culmination of kindness, goodwill, sensitivity, he never left anyone's presence without them feeling valued and respected. His incredible sense of humor brought tears of laughter. His spirit so wonderfully impacted my life - how blessed am I to have been in Randy's bright light. My thoughts and prayers to Becky and family.
Jessica Brumley
May 14, 2017
Randy was such an amazing selfless person. He brought joy to everyone he was around. Thinking about you and missing you friend. My condolences to his family.
April 17, 2017
I was shocked to hear of Randy's death. He was my principal at Cottonwood for a year; and was one of the nicest, most sincere, most loved person I have ever met. I then reconnected with him at Friendship Methodist Church. I had asked him if there was any interest in applying for Superintendent position in Finneytown. I guess I wasn't the only one. Everyone wanted him to apply! He did...and when he was superintendent accomplished great things. He was so good to work with, and as I said, loved by all! He was the best superintendent I have worked with. In fact, we bring that up at school all the time. I will miss him.
April 16, 2017
Randy was one of the few guys at NHS that gave one the impression that he would be doing great things in his future! He was always kind to me and I really appreciated that he was so caring. I am better for having know him!
Ron Calhoun
April 14, 2017
So sorry to hear Randy Passed away.
From Norwood High School
Kym Harrison Fowler
April 14, 2017
My prayers to the family. Mr. Parsons was my High School Principal. What an amazing man. May you Rest In Heaven sir.
Steve Goldstein
April 14, 2017
When Randy and I met as freshmen at Miami we made an instant connection that has lasted for 45 years. I think of Randy like a brother and I am devastated that we have lost him. I have never known a better person than Randy Parsons and he will remain in my heart and my thoughts forever. So many wonderful memories to cherish. Love to Becky and the boys. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Sam & Evelyn Sallee
April 13, 2017
So sorry to learn of Randy's death. I worked with him in Mt. Healthy Schools when he was a teacher, asst. principal and principal. He was an outstanding educator and was loved and respected by teachers, administrators, parents and students. Our sympathy to Becky and sons.
Sam & Evelyn Sallee
Sam & Evelyn Sallee
April 13, 2017
I worked with Randy when he was a teacher, asst. principal and principal in Mt. Healthy Schools. He was an outstanding educator and was loved asnd respected by his fellow workers, students and parents. Our sympathy to Becky and sons.
Sam & Evelyn Sallee
Salt Lick, Ky
April 12, 2017
We are so saddened to learn of Randy's passing. We always enjoyed our times together as young parents raising our boys who competed on some of the same community athletic teams. Our condolences to Becky and sons. Pat and Kit Carnes
Amy Lutz
April 12, 2017
He was a wonderful man and a wonderful principal and superintendent! He really made a difference at Cottonwood. From the family involvement team to writing the 5th grade plays, to the pledge and so much more. My kids can still recite the Cottonwood pledge and they are 25-32 years old. He had such integrity and cared for every student as if they were his own. He will be greatly missed!
Sara Guild Dean
April 12, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Randy's passing. He was one of my first playmates when his family lived in New Richmond. I had the chance to catch up with him a few years ago when he brought his parents to a New Richmond High School alumni banquet. The years melted away. What a wonderful man. My sincere condolences to the family.
Barb Pantano
April 12, 2017
I send my deepest sympathy to the Parsons family.
Rose Kent Solomon
April 12, 2017
What a loss. I feel privileged and grateful to have been Randy's colleague during most of his years in the Finneytown Local School DIstrict. He was the consummate professional, both as Cottonwood Elementary's Principal and as Superintendent. I was always appreciative of his dedication to students and faculty, his keen wit, his interest in me as a person as well as one of his faculty members. Although he was my boss as principal and superintendent, I always felt treated as an equal -- and as a friend. We have all lost a special person, and my deepest condolences go out to Randy's family and closest friends.
KELLEY
April 12, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOUR FAMILY A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV.17:17
James Lunkenheimer
April 12, 2017
Mr. Parsons was always a good principal and administrator. I enjoyed chatting with him while my 3 Son's were growing up and attending Cottonwood Elementary. He will be greatly missed! 's to the family and friends! Mr. Lunkenheimer
Joan Stavale
April 12, 2017
Randy and I shared much laughter and may stories as colleagues in the Finneytown Schools. Always the optimist with a quick and ready sense of humor. A true treasure as a friend and colleague.
Joan Stavale
Kevin Boys
April 12, 2017
My heartfelt condolences to the Parsons family. Randy was both a colleague school administrator and dad of two fine young students at Sycamore Junior High School. I always appreciated Randy's quiet and thoughtful manner while dealing with the stresses of school leadership. His heart was always what's best for kids. To retire and then devote his retirement years to serving the young people at Loveland UMC is a testament to his love for God, families, and young people. May his resurrected life be celebrated even in the difficult and unanticipated days of saying goodbye.
With much sympathy,
Jan Frick
April 12, 2017
I work at the nursing home where Randy comes to see and care for his mother. He was a gentleman through and through - easy-going, friendly, intelligent, humble, grateful to us for any good - big or small - done for his Mom. All of us who knew Randy are saddened beyond words and will miss his presence. Yes, the world has indeed lost a wonderful human being. Rest in peace, Randy. May Almighty God comfort and bless his family.
Laura Horn
April 12, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Randy for many years while at Finneytown serving on the board. He was always very caring and wanted what was best for the school and the students he will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are wil you and your family.
Chuck Baker
April 11, 2017
Randy and I first met his freshman year at Miami when I was his RA. It was soon apparent that he was a motivated, humble, compassionate, and fun-loving kind of guy. We became good friends throughout that year and then were roommates 2 years later.
I count it as a blessing to have been able to know Randy; the world has lost a wonderful human being.
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