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Patrick Parrish Obituary
Ionia: Suddenly July 18, 2012 at age 16. Predeceased by grandfather, Donald Parrish. He is survived by his parents, Terry and Catherine Parrish; brothers, John and Ethan Parrish; grandparents, Lawrence and Helen Brassie and Leona Parrish; several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Friends may call Saturday, July 21, 2012 from 2-7 pm at the Merton H. Kays Funeral Home, Inc. 59 Monroe Street, Honeoye Falls, where Services will be held Sunday at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to NY Bow Hunting Region 8, Canandaigua, NY 14424. Proceeds will go for equipment for the youth camp with a percentage to go for bow sights as Patrick was always after the latest and greatest bow sights.. To light a candle in remembrance of Patrick, please visit www.mertonkaysfuneralhome.com. We invite you to join us on facebook to like the page, In loving Memory of Patrick Riley Parrish.
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Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Parrish
August 5, 2012
To the Parrish family , thank for the oppurtunity to know patrick. He was a great person because of all of you. We are very proud to have been his employer and great ...great friend. Patrick will always have a place in our hearts we loved him very much. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Gail and rich
Mary K Witkop (Koehler)
August 2, 2012
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Cindy Blancett
July 25, 2012
Dear Cathy, Terry and family, my heart breaks for your tragic loss. When we moved to Ionia, you were pregnant with Patrick. Myself and my kids were devastated to read of Patrick's passing. You have a wonderful community supporting you and please know we are praying for all of you. Much love, Cindy Blancett (Coutts).
July 25, 2012
keeping you in our thoughts and prayers,(the derby family).
Tom & Patty Steele
July 23, 2012
Cathy and Terry: So sorry to here about your son. It is every ones worst nightmare to have lost a son or daughter. I can't imagine what you are going through. You can be sure that Scotty is going to keep him busy until you guys get there.Please let me know if we can help with anything.
Floyd Rayburn
July 23, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss
Rose Russell
July 22, 2012
Parrish family, I taught Patrick in reading recovery in first grade- a sweet gentle funny boy. I have asked my prayer group to pray for you during this most difficult time
July 22, 2012
I had not seen Patrick in years, but remember him as a sweet and beautiful blue eyed, freckled nose little boy that was always ready to have a bit of fun. May God wrap you in a warm embrace as you mourn this terrible loss.
Linda Farrell - Bloomfield teacher
Dede Colwell
July 22, 2012
My most deepest sympathy to you all.. I will always remember Patrick as a sweet, kind kid.. the kind everyone wanted as their friend.. I am so very, very sorry for your loss.. May you find peace and healing in memories of happy days spent with him..
Bob Ryan
July 21, 2012
Please recognize the Parrish family is in our thoughts and prayers. Our hope is for the Lord to grant you strength and comfort as you attempt to deal with such tremendous loss.
The Riders
July 21, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers to you all. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Scott Calabrese
July 21, 2012
What a unique, quirky kid! We will miss his sense of humor and genuine smile in the halls and in our classes.
Susan Hoag
July 21, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Patrick was a special young man who will be greatly missed.
Chip and Mary Beth White
July 21, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences to you in such a tragic loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Luann and Calvin Waden
July 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this time of sorrow.
William Singer
July 20, 2012
Dear Terry and Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss this evening! Know that the Singer family will be praying for you these coming days, praying for God's comfort for your family.
Although I didn't know Patrick for long I could see what a Gentleman he was, you should be and I am sure you are proud of him! The Bill Singer family.
July 20, 2012
Most heart breaking news on the loss of your son...our sincere sympathy to the Parrish/Brassie families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Philipson Family
July 20, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Arlene and Phil White
July 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Parrish family.
Therese Casey
July 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Terry and his family during this time of sorrow.
Ward
July 20, 2012
Our condolences to your family, you're in our thoughts.
The Ward Family
The Arber Family
July 20, 2012
Patrick will be missed. Our hearts go out to the Parrish family.
Nancy Gerstner
July 20, 2012
Patrick was a special young man who will be sorely missed by all of us at Bloomfield High School. He possessed a wonderful wit, and his impish grin would always make you smile. Our condolences go out to his family, and we will keep Cathy, Terry, John and Ethan in our thoughts and prayers.
The Duvall Family
July 20, 2012
Our hearts go out to the Parrish Family. Patrick will be missed by many. With deepest sympathy~
Steve, Deb Dan and Nicki
July 20, 2012
Terry, Cathy, John and Ethan, watching Patrick grow up over the years was a joy, he always had that adorable smile and great sense of humor. Be proud of who he was and know that he brought joy and laughter to our family and everyone that he came in contact with. We thought of him as a nephew and not just a cousin. He will hold a special place in our hearts. We love you Patrick!
Stan & Pam Millspaugh
July 20, 2012
To the Parrish Family. Our condolences and prayers at this time.
Carol Clough Sorbello
July 20, 2012
Cathy and Terry, I am so sorry for your terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in these difficult days.
Bloomfield Leo Club
July 20, 2012
To the Parrish family,
The members of the Bloomfield Leo Club would like to express condolences for your profound loss, one which many of us felt as the loss of a dear friend. A large number of our members are in the Class of 2013, and have many fond memories of Pat. We will never forget Patrick as the upbeat, funny, and above all, genuine person that he was, and the Bloomfield Community will be forever altered in his absence. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, and if you need anything during this time, please don't hesitate to contact one of our members.
With sympathy, respect, and love, The Bloomfield Leo Club.
Linda Martin
July 20, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Parrish family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Keyes Family
July 20, 2012
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Patrick was a fine young man and an integral part of the Bloomfield school community. You are all in our prayers.
Aunt Annie
July 20, 2012
Patrick had grown into a young man any parent would be proud of. He was responsible, trustworthy, caring, thoughtful, happy, friendly, ambitious, impish, funny and oh so lovable. He will live on in our hearts forever.
lisa mcniece
July 20, 2012
Kathy and Terry, Patricks memory will forever be in our hearts. Our hearts are broken for you. All of our love and prayers~
Dale, Lisa, McKenzie and Peter McNiece
Jacobs Family
July 20, 2012
Patrick will be missed deeply. I hope that the love of those that loved him can help you through this hard time. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael Slusser
July 20, 2012
Terry and family. So sorry to hear about your loss of Patrick. Hopefully you're family will deal with this tragedy with the knowledge that you have alot of friends thinking of you all.
Sincerely
Mike and Judy Slusser
(formerly EBHFD)
Bev Lovejoy
July 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends.
The young Family
July 20, 2012
Thoughts And prayers go out to the Parrish Family.
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