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PARKHURST, Arthur 2nd Lieutenant, United States Army Air Corp, age 20, formerly of Evansville, IN passed away on March 12, 1945 in a Tropical Rain Forest on the Island of Leyte in the Phillipines. Lt. Parkhurst was the pilot of a cargo transport aircraft that went down while flying a mission in the Phillipines during World War II. He was declared missing in action until he was declared killed in action in 1946. His remains were subsequently identified and are being returned home for burial. Arthur is the son of the late Craig W. and Ruby (McVay) Parkhurst, of Evansville, IN. He was the brother of Ira (Dorothy M. Litty) Parkhurst, Willis (Olive A. Coleman) Parkhurst, Dorothy (Norris L.) Smith, and the fiancee of the late Marian M. Litty, all of whom are deceased. He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Judson and Dotty I. (Riggle) Parkhurst, of Kettering, OH and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Lt. Parkhurst was a graduate of Benjamin Bosse High School in Evansville, IN and attended Evansville College as an Army Aviation Cadet Reservist. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2010, at the Central Christian Church, 1200 Forrer Boulevard, Kettering, OH with Reverend Dr. James C. Parkhurst and Reverend James E. Riggle officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow in Valley View Memorial Gardens in Xenia, OH. The family will receive family and friends from 12:30 until the time of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either the Central Christian Church of Kettering or a favorite charity. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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for Arthur Parkhurst
Nancy Himebaugh
October 22, 2010
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Parkhurst and family,
I am in shock stumbling upon Arthur's obituary today. I had no idea this has taken place. As one that understands a missing family member, I am humbled by God's incredible grace knowing Arthur has been brought back to you to join your family. The sacrifice your brother made Mr. Parkhurst, is beyond what is comprehensible.
As much pain as there is for you finding him, oh how we may celebrate knowing he is in God's hands.
I wish my mother and father were here to share this with you.
With much love to all of you,
Nancy
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
Colossians 3:15
Janet Parkhurst Hale
October 17, 2010
Mom & Dad- Arthur is HOME amen.
Psalm 9:9 The LORD is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.
Psalm 18:28
You light a lamp for me. The LORD, my God, lights up my darkness. (NLT)
Psalm 34:18
The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. (NLT)
Psalm 23:4
Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. (NLT)
October 16, 2010
I was so moved the first time I read that amazing article and now after reading Arthur's obituary, I just want to extend my deep gratitude to 2nd Lieutenant Parkhurst and his family for sharing this wonderful story . Welcome Home :)
Kevin Ream
October 16, 2010
Welcome home HERO! Although it has been 65 years in the making, you are finally getting the opportunity to rest in peace near your family. Thank you for your service!
October 14, 2010
Welcome Home Soldier....All I can say is Thank you..and may you finally rest
Jeff
October 14, 2010
Welcome Home Soldier.....Thank You....I am alive today becasue of you...Thank You..Its a honor to know you...Thank You...
Lee
October 13, 2010
Thank You For Our Freedom. May God Bless The Family At This Sad Time. May God Bless The Farmer In The Phillipines Who Found Him. Rest In Peace Now.
Miriam Jones
October 13, 2010
My father was in the Battle of the Bulge and just barely survived his wound.
I was born in 1947 and served 8 years (Vietnam-era) in the U. S. Army.
I couldn't believe my eyes at first when I read the obituary. I really feel bad that it took so long to return him to U. S. soil and to his family, especially since so many of them had no closure concerning him.
October 13, 2010
I was born in 1945 in a free country thanks to men like you. I also served in the Air Force.May God Bless Arthur.Welcom back to the USA. R.I.P.
October 13, 2010
To The Family Of Arthur Parkhurst. We Thank Your Brother For His Sacrifice for His Country & For us! Welcome Home Soldier! God Bless.
October 13, 2010
After all these years to finally be able to bring your brother home. This is truly amazing as so many others will never again be on US soil.
October 13, 2010
We praise God for the life and service of our veteran. May he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord as a grateful nation mourns for it is true--You are NEVER Forgotten. Welcome home, soldier.
Michele N. Sandridge, Chaplain
American Legion Auxiliary
Department of Ohio
October 13, 2010
Welcome Home Soldier!! May you now R.I.P, thank you for your sacrifice!
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