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Raymond Parcell Obituary
He was born in Dover on Oct. 10, 1930, the son of James J. and Catherine (Thompson) Parcell. He grew up in Dover and graduated from St. Mary School and has lived in Rochester for most of his adult life.
Prior to his retirement, he worked at Davidson Textron for more than 35 years. He was a longtime member of the Dover Moose.
The family thanks the doctors and nurses at the Frisbie Hospital, ICU for the care given to Ray.
He is survived by two sons, James J. Parcell and wife, Judith, of East Wakefield, and Charles Elliott of Rochester; a daughter, Diane Dumont and husband, Walter, of Rochester; his longtime companion, Lorraine Rose and her daughters, Tammy Boucher and Debbie Leathe; five grandchildren, David Dumont, Denise Staresina, Michael Parcell, Susan Clavette and Ronnie Clavette; and several great-grandchildren. He also leaves two brothers, James J. Parcell of Somersworth and Arthur Parcell of Laconia; a sister, Marcia Parcell of Boston, Mass.; and nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Alice (Gadbois) Parcell; a daughter, Joanne Rousseau; his siblings, Robert, Charles, Claire, Irene and Dottie; stepson, Joseph Elliott as well as his former wife, Virginia.
Relatives and friends are invited to call Monday, Sept. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Tasker Funeral Home, 621 Central Ave., Dover.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Church, 150 Central Ave., Dover. Burial will follow in St. Mary New Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Parcell
Will & Tanya Morin
October 3, 2010
Chucky,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The loss of a loved one is never easy but always remember the lord will never give you more then you can handle.. He is in a better place now.
September 22, 2010
Jimmy, so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. May the strength and support of your family and friends see you through this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy. ? Steve & Lisa Wormell
Donna and Eric Ford
September 21, 2010
Jim,
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
September 19, 2010
Lorraine,Chuck & Diane, Jim and Judy and Family,
My husband and I worked with Ray for years at Davidson Rubber.
You have received so many warm and thoughtful memories from all of us ("the crew")... on line.
We just wanted to say we are saddened, for you, for your loss.
Ray was a good friend (and co-worker) to so many of us.
He is gone, for now, but for the rest of "us" (who are in denial with this sad news)... we will never forget the professional, courteous, and down-to-earth "I can Fix This" (and he could!) attitude of this man.
Our deepest sympathies to all of the Parcell family at this hard time in their lives.
Most sincerely yours,
Ellery and Terrie Nickerson
New Durham. New Hampshire
September 15, 2010
Jim and Diane, we are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. You're in our thoughts.
Kenny and Ann
September 15, 2010
Jim, Sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Ken Emerson (Aripeka Fla)
Skip Roy
September 15, 2010
Jim, Diane and Family,
Sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you and your family at this time
of sorrow.
Ann Plante
September 15, 2010
Lori, Diane and Family,
Sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you and your family at this time
Sarah C.
September 14, 2010
God saw he was getting tired
and a cure was not to be.
So he put his arm around him
And whispered "come with me".
With tearful eyes we watched him suffer
and saw him fade away,
Although we loved him dearly
We could not make him stay.
A golden heart stopped beating
Hard working hands to rest,.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.
My prayers are with you all. In the short time I knew him, he left an impression on my heart that will last forever.
Sarah C.
Strafford County Dialysis
Diane Dumont
September 14, 2010
To my dad I had to say good bye today, you will alays be in my heart. I know that you are in good hands. I will see you in time. Say hi to my mother and let her knows I think of her everyday..Love you both.
Your Daughter, Daine
Michael Carnevale
September 14, 2010
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Jamie
September 14, 2010
My thoughts and Prays are with Ray's family. I worked with Ray for many years at the plant. He is a great person.
Debbie Brownell
September 14, 2010
Jimmy,
Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 14, 2010
Jim,Diana and Denise Sorry to hear the lost of your father and grandfather. My prays and thoughts go out to you and family. Bob Long
Dave & Ann Harper
September 13, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ray's family.
September 13, 2010
charlie and jimmy, john and I are so sorry for your lost. our thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
Bob Tibbetts
September 13, 2010
Jim, Diane, Denise,
Sorry to hear about your lost of a loved one. Worked with Ray for many years at Davidson/Textron. He was a joy to work with, many good memories. Take care and my thoughts are with you and your Families.
Sonny Bassett
September 13, 2010
I am very sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He never seemed to have a bad word about anyone. My thoughts and prayers are with Ray and his family.
September 13, 2010
Jim and family,
Sorry to read of your fathers death.
My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.
Diane(Sicard)Drake
Lew Fournier
September 13, 2010
Ray was a great brother-in-law and true friend and will be sadly missed.
Lew Fournier
Ernie Champagne
September 13, 2010
I am sorry for the family's loss. I worked with Ray many years in Farmington, he was one of the few gentlemen left. Ray was one of the good guys.
Ayla Leathe
September 13, 2010
I love you Ray, and I'm going to miss you so much. You stepped up and took care of / put up with my Nana Lorraine Rose, and became a father to my mom Deborah and my aunt Tammy. You also took the role of my only grandfather and I am proud to say I am fortunate to call you that. I will always remember your sarcasm and exaggerated stories; how you would make funny faces behind my Nana's back when she was talking or how, for years, I believed you when you told me you were on the show "Howdy Doody". At every family event I would always ask if you were going to be there, because I enjoyed being around you and hearing your jokes. I remember you telling my boyfriend and I about how you were a model and you were "geoorgeous" while you slicked your hair back with your hands. You never got a chance to show us your modeling pictures, or teach us how to make your famous cake. You were a genuinely kind and caring person. All the neighborhood cats are going to wonder where you went when there is no new food out front for them. It makes me sad to think that little 'Bella will never get a chance to know you, but I know we'll all talk about you, and remember you forever. I love you Ray, and I'm going to miss you so much. You've survived a lot in your life and always had that smile on your face that I will never forget. You had a big heart; I know you will be watching over a lot of people. Rest in peace Ray, your old dog Trixy has been waiting for you for a long time.
Edward Kelley
September 13, 2010
My condolences at this time of grief and loss.
Father Edward J. Kelley
Parish of the Assumption
Rick and Karen Smith
September 12, 2010
We couldn't of picked a better neighbor. We will surely miss him looking after our home.
Ted Horne
September 12, 2010
Ray was a great guy, I enjoyed working with him at "the Farm" over the years.
May GOD be with his family.
Jim and Betty Keegan
September 12, 2010
We worked with Ray for many years at Textron and are sorry to hear of his passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers
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