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Harold Parrish Obituary
1929-2018
Harold E. (Hal) Parrish passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 from complications of pneumonia, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 88.
Hal was born on December 29, 1929 in Kinston, North Carolina to Alvin and Margaret Parrish.
He was preceded by his two brothers Don Parrish of Chapel Hill, NC, Bill Parrish of Danville, VA and daughter Pat Sparks, of Trinity, TX. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Kathleen Parrish of Houston, TX, his two daughters, Brenda Parrish of Houston, TX and Kathy Gross of Houston, TX. He is also survived by three granddaughters, Lori Merrem of Houston, TX, Deanna Gross, of Austin, TX, and Kaley Gross of Pearland, TX, one great granddaughter, Lacie Merrem of Houston, TX, two nieces Polly Wise of Virginia and Lisa Bryant of North Carolina, and one nephew John Parrish of Virginia.
After graduation from high school, Hal joined the Air Force and also earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and was a member of Eta Kappa Nu Association and Tau Beta Pi. He moved to Texas City in 1956 where he worked for Amoco Oil Company as an Electrical Engineer until retiring in 1992. He and his wife later moved to Clear Lake City. He had a passion for jazz music and dancing. He loved life, family, and people.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 19, 2018 at Crowder Funeral Home, 111 East Medical Center Blvd, Webster, TX 77598 from 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., followed by a memorial service. A private graveside service will be attended by family only.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to our charity of choice, The American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
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January 19, 2018
My deepest condolence to you and your family for your loss. Memories of our dear loved one brings joy to our heart. As you continue to think of all the wonderful times you shared with your dear loved one may it bring comfort to you during this time.
Lisa Parrish Bryant
January 18, 2018
Uncle Harold lived a full and eventful life and will be greatly missed. He can now enjoy the reunion with Pat, Daddy, Uncle Bill, Grandmama and Grandaddy Parrish. On a warm night breeze we will be able to sit outside and hear Uncle Harold on the saxophone and Daddy sing. Many blessings to the Parrish family.
A. L.
January 17, 2018
May the bereaved family be comforted by looking forward to the promise recorded at John 6:40, concerning those loved ones asleep in death.
January 17, 2018
My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4
JD
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19
Visitation
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Crowder Funeral Home - Webster/Clear Lake111 East Medical Center Boulevard, Webster, TX 77598
Jan
19
Memorial service
1:30 p.m.
Crowder Funeral Home - Webster/Clear Lake111 East Medical Center Boulevard, Webster, TX 77598
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