William T. "Bill" Parsons

William Parsons Obituary

PARSONS, William T. "Bill" William T. "Bill" Parsons died in Hawaii on Tuesday, (March 1, 2005) from injuries he sustained in a skydiving accident February 14. Bill grew up in Brockton, MA, graduating from Brockton High School in 1972 and Franklin Institute of Technology in 1974. An avid sportsman and environmentalist, Bill traveled widely seeking adventure on the edge, personifying the National Geographic life. His exploits ranged from surfing, skiing, hiking and scuba diving around the world to high-performance skydiving and piloting his Moony airplane to Maine for a lobster dinner. Bill was also an entrepreneur who owned aviation and automotive businesses in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Bill is the son of the late William T. Parsons and is survived by his mother, Betty Parsons of Brockton, MA; a sister Suzanne Bergeron and her husband Thomas of Bridgewater, MA; a sister Geri Parsons of Boston, MA; a brother Herbert and his wife Marcia of North Easton, MA; three nieces, Kate (Bergeron) Borgondy, Kimberly Bergeron, Devon Parsons; and two nephews David Bergeron and Andrew Parsons; several dear friends including Katherine Whitney of Colebrook. A memorial will be held for Bill on Sunday, April 3 at 2 p.m. at the Saphire Manor & Inn, 164 Massapoag Avenue, Sharon, MA 02067. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the charity of your choice.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 25, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for William Parsons

13 Entries

Tom

April 20, 2005

My son and I first met Bill shortly before 9-11-01.Our skydives were as pleasurable as meeting and getting to know Bill over ensuing jumps.Both 9-11-01 and Bills passing are huge losses.Thanks for the"THRILL OF A LIFETIME!",Blue Skies,Brother

Darlene Chapdelaine

April 4, 2005

Bill made my first Tandem breathstoping, it was beautiful, yet calm, and he will always be with me for that experience of a life time. My love of the sport made me take a second jump, and the free feeling in the Blue Skis is a feeling that only those who took the opportunity to experience will ever know. He made me feel safe yet free. Peace to you Bill.

norma dinsdale

April 2, 2005

I was shocked and saddened when I learned of Bill's death today. I have been thinking about him and his school alot over the last few weeks and now I know why he was on my mind so much. I did not know him long but we worked together last year putting together a fund rsiser for The Make A Wish Foundation, and he made that experience special for all who participated. My condolences to his family.

Donna Lefevre

April 2, 2005

Bill took me on my first tandem in 2002 and was always encouraging on the jumps that followed. I miss his wonderful sense of humor and his ready smile. He cared about us all and he will be missed deeply. Blue skies, Bill. Aloha

Shannon Whitney

April 1, 2005

Bill's spirit and legacy will always live on through each of the people he touched, the way he lived his life and for the hero he will always be. Bill lived each moment of his life doing the things he loved and passed doing the same. I am sure his is somewhere beautiful continuing his persuit for adventure and smiling down on those he loves. Blue skys forever Bill.

jess friedman

March 30, 2005

i just started skydiving last summer and met bill. the one thing that impressed me most about him was his concern of everyone's well being and safety. i hope to continue and to enjoy the sport even half as much as bill did. blue skies, bill.

Kevin Crosby

March 30, 2005

I met Bill in the spring of 2003 and worked with him at his Dropzone for the next two summers. Bill was one of those few people that stand out of a crowd. Multi-talented, a variety of interests, smart and a killer sense of humor. I enjoyed the time I spent working with him and am glad to have had the opportunity. Blue Skies Bill.

Walt Machalick

March 29, 2005

Bill has been a friend of mine for over 20 years. His untimely passing has been nothing less than a shock. His friendly outgoing style and easy laugh made spending time with him a joy. I’ll treasure our friendship and will miss him dearly.

Bill Bowen

March 29, 2005

I met Bill Parson in the summer of 99'. We shared 2 WFFC together with the original members of Danielsons staff. Billy lived with passion and was not afraid to push the limits. He was a good man who always extended his hand to help others. My family and I will miss him greatly but we will also hold dear the memories of times spent together. Here's to you Bill "Neither above or below but side by side and head down!" Cheers BBB

Paula O'Malley

March 28, 2005

My history with Billy spans from my student skydiving days at Woodstock to working at his DZ at Danielson. He embraced what he loved to do with uncompromising passion. My sincere condolences to his family.

Blue skies...

Keith Mosher

March 28, 2005

Bill made many friends here at QVCC. We'll miss his warmth and generosity as well as his love for his work.

Marge Bates

March 28, 2005

Blue skies and gentle breezes.

Marge Bates, C 1978, Charter/Life Member CPI,

Mike-D Pilot Gearin

March 27, 2005

I may not be directly involed in skydiving anymore, but when one from our sport passes doing something he loved so much, it's like I've lost a brother.

Blue Skies!!

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