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Troy Mecham
February 4, 2020
Still miss him and his legacy is still felt I talk about him offen when I want to inspire the youth I work with and he is still touch lives to day and will never be forgotten . fly on parr
Kin Gehrke
May 28, 2019
I just barely found out about your passing. You were such a sweet soul, along with your brother Shawn. You were also an awesome talent. Although it had been many, many years since I had seen you this deeply saddens me. I'm glad you are at peace though. I can't wait to see y'all again.
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Tami Munsee
March 28, 2017
He was one of the kindest ,most talented people I have ever known.Always shy but sweet.I will never forget him.He had no idea how special he really was.He would lift others up with no thought of himself.He will be sorely missed...

Cody Casey
March 9, 2012
Parrish your playing on Raw Delivery was a masterpiece that sadly was never enjoyed by all the guitarists who deserved to hear it, I will always expose it to as many guitarists and metal lovers as I can, for it truly deserves to be heard for the breath taking playing it is, R.I.P. Parrish. Cody Casey

Parrish, Birmingham, Alabama 2005
Brad Hardisty
October 25, 2011
Parrish, we really do miss you, I don't know where I would be musically without that intense songwriting and playing development we did during 1977-1980
Dana Freebairn
August 24, 2011
Hey Parrish, I always thought we might get to work together again someday. But now I'll just have to be a bit more patient. I'm so thankful for all the great times we had together, and for all the wonderful music we made together. You have inspired me greatly. I can still hear your laugh, and feel the strength of your spirit. You were truly, truly blessed in this life my friend, and I know those blessings go on for you in the heavens.
Jerry Hockenberry
June 20, 2011
Very sorry for loss
Princess Stardusty~
May 16, 2011
I was not blessed to have ever met Parrish, but know those who were and played with him... ...but, i have heard his music and one such song i hold close to my heart and play it everyday,... Only A Last Goodbye, Parrish did with his band Wolfgang. The song has not only touched something deep inside my heart and soul, but hearing stories from friend musicians that were blessed to have known Parrish and play with him, he too has touch my spirit, and now holds a special place in my heart...a true inspiration now for my music. If there's a rock n' roll "HEAVEN", then they've got a hell of a band... RIP dear beloved Parrish Hultquist. I'll never forget you, your song will remain close to my heart as long as i have a breath in me. Thank you for that gift.... Pamela~
SoL Vander Veur
March 13, 2011
I will keep the robin guitar i gave you a car for in 1987 forever. Sol Vander Veur

March 13, 2011
michelle DeWitt
March 13, 2011
Oh Parrish how do you pick just one memory out of 30+ years? well my friend you cant..I Love You Soooo much!! Thank you for being there for me with Shawn hug him for me my darling and loveing friend God speed. Rock in the heavens, tell we see each other again!!! My Sweet Sweet Par
jamie christensen
March 12, 2011
parrish you have always inspired me, you will be missed.
Michelle Gigliotti
March 12, 2011
Dear freind,We shared a life time of memory's and laugh's, Music and Love!Family and Freinds! We seen the world together. Miles of alife time.. You made me shine.. Thank you freind, more than words could express The music you shared will never be forgotton!! Our Angel on earth, is now our Angel in Heaven! As we wipe our tears. Thank you My Embedded Heart and soul, "Parrish! Sincerly Yours, Charvel MacNeil & Michelle McArthur Gigliotti!

Wonderfu Man!
March 9, 2011
Kristina Bell
March 9, 2011
With the fondest of memories my friend-
Shelly Hambleton
March 7, 2011
You were a shooting star on earth and we will remember you each time we see one.
Kim Ramey
February 21, 2011
I am very glad to have met and known your whole family WE have really had some good times I know for a fact shawn and you are raising hell I love the both of you and willmiss you dearly Keep smiling God Bless Rock ON Forever
Kim Ramey
February 21, 2011
May God Bless You And Shawn It was a pleasure to have been in your lifes. I know for a fact you guys will rock on and please keep smiling! Love Always And Forever Kimmer

Parrish Hultquist, Dana Freebairn, 1982
February 20, 2011

Parrish - December 1979
February 20, 2011
Yvonne Martinez
February 17, 2011
My Deepest Heartfelt Condolences go out to the Hultquist Family.
Parrish had a Heart of Gold, he was so Loved and Touched so many Lives ~ I'm thinking he must have been an Angel*
I'll miss you dearly My Friend.
Love Always,
Yvonne Martinez
Kevin Freund
February 16, 2011
Parrish
you were great frend for a long time . Do you remeber Van Halen in '78' at the spectrum in Idaho. I wish we could have kept in touch. RIP my freind. I will see you on the other side.
Cindy Dugger
February 15, 2011
Parrish was one of the sweetest and most loving people I have ever known. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I know he is a peace now and smiling down on all us. Heaven is richer now because he is there. See you again someday, my friend.
Matthew Udall
February 14, 2011
Parrish is one of the most talented guitarists I’ve had the pleasure to play with; and he was such a happy, upbeat person. He took a chance on me with the original line up of Movie Screen, and for that I’m grateful. He’s one of a kind. Rest in peace friend.
Jeff Berrett
February 14, 2011
I met you when you opened for Slaughter with Jeff and Wolfgang. You guys were the best band that day. As I got to know you I learned of your rare talent and how Close you came with Equinox. If there is a Rock and Roll heaven, the band just got a hell of a lot better.
Paul Bushnell
February 13, 2011
I met Parrish in 1981 while living at the same Apartment Complex in West Valley Utah. I was a young vocalist at that time and as I was getting ready to take a swim in the complex Pool here sits this Blonde haired rocked out young Parrish perched upon one of the pool chairs playing his guitar "phenomenally I should mention" and I was just awestruck at the amazing talent this young guitarist had... I moved to LA with my band in 1983 but I will say this today... Although only briefly knowing Parrish his father Ron, brothers Shawn & Travis and sister Shelley Parrish sincerely impacted "still impacts" my life today. I named my son after him and much of my days rocking in LA and the states I always thought that if Parrish could just be out on the LA scene he would be one the best guitarist in the music world "If only he could truly been seen." Life has it's path for all of us I am truly sorry Ron... It just has to be so hard loosing first Shawn and now Parrish. I 'm sorry for all the siblings but most of all Taylor I just have to poor my heart out to you and may you find your life to be full. Bless yourself with the memories of having such an awesome and well loved father.
Paul Bushnell Reno, NV
Korrie Graven
February 13, 2011
Our thoughts are with you!
Parrish - rock the heavens!
Korrie & Kenny Graven

Moviescreen 1983
Carol John
February 13, 2011
Parrish, You were an extraordinary amazing talented guitarist with a very special soul. You were such an inspiration to me! Thank you for being so patient with me in teaching me guitar (tho I never did master those pentatonic scales) I am so very glad I had the privilege to have known you, listen to you and to learn from you, if only for just a little while. Im glad I had the opportunity to photograph you back in the 80's in Moviescreen. I will be sharing my photos of you with your family, I hope that it will help to comfort them in this very difficult time. The music world will not be the same without you. I pray that you are in peace, and playing those beautiful melodic scales with all the angle and rockers who have already passed in heaven! R.I.P.

Carol John
February 13, 2011
Rebecca Woodridge
February 12, 2011
It still doesn't seem real, its almost like a bad dream! Your body may be gone but your spirit is still here, with your friends & in your music! I will miss you dearly my sweet friend! I know you're jammin with the angels!! You will never be forgotten... xxoo
Jeff Morris
February 12, 2011
Hey parrish thought I would write in and say hey so,hey.well brother know this,you are and will missed!!Enyway tell little bro I said hello as well and look forward to meeting again.
sally
February 12, 2011
Met him in the 80's. Was a very nice person and a great guitarist. RIP.
Holly Carpenter
February 12, 2011
Parrish you were an inspiration to so many people. You completed your earthly mission and your great spirit will live on to accomplish many great things in the next life. Rest in Peace.
Holly Carpenter
Bob Carpenter
February 12, 2011
Parrish, I knew the first time I heard you play Cat Scratch Fever when you were 15, you were special. Then we ended up together in the Megattack Days. So, so many memories and good times. I'll never forget you. Your music will live forever. Rest in peace Bro.
Bob Carpenter
February 12, 2011
You were an amazing talent my friend. We first met in the early 80's and you suggested that I purchase styles for the studio. I still have that publication after all these years. I am thankful we became friends. I was a Dio fan and saddened by his passing, but you were actually my friend. R.I.P
Tori Riccardi
February 12, 2011
You were an amazing talent my friend. We first met in the early 80's and you suggested that I purchase styles for the studio. I still have that publication after all these years. I am thankful we became friends. I was a Dio fan and saddened by his passing, but you were actually my friend. R.I.P
KATHY DIAMOND
February 11, 2011
PARRISH IT HAS BEEN YEARS SINCE I HAVE SEEN YOU. BUT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY KISSEN COUSIN I LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU WILL KNOW YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. RIP
Terri Berg
February 11, 2011
Parrish,
You always made me laugh.... and the memories I have will always bring a smile to my face, and a tear. Rest in Peace my friend.
Dana Seely
February 11, 2011
Parish you were a great teacher to me and a mentor, ill never forget your kind heart and incredible guitar playing youll always be my hero.
Dionn Nielsen
February 11, 2011
Parrish had a huge influence on my life. I will always cherish my fun memories of watching his bands play, front row center wind milling my hair around and around. RIP Parrish xoxo
Lisa Nepolis
February 11, 2011
Parrish
You brought so much joy to everyone through your music and your kind soul. May you rest in peace.
To the family... May your memories of Parrish be of laughter and love and help you through this difficult time.
Tina H.
February 11, 2011
Blessed Be! Parish you were a great talent! You will be missed. May the light of this candle be of comfort to your family! His light will always burn bright.
Cindy Jensen
February 11, 2011
I never had the honor to meet you personally, but I have heard so much about you through my husband Steve. My son Skyler wanted to meet you so much he plays guitar and also has Epilepsy. You were such an inspiration to him and he never had met you. That's when you know you are a great person when you can leave impressions on people who never got to meet you. R.I.P Parrish you will be missed by so many, Hopefully you are rockin on in heaven.
Richard and Shirleen Maxfield
February 11, 2011
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved son!!
Tracey Jackson
February 10, 2011
My heart goes out to Parrish's family, I am so sorry for your loss.Parrish had a passion for life, he was a great artist and a great friend. I miss you Parrish, and all of the good times we had. The times that we shared, while you sat writing songs, or we just hung out!! You are so loved by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing your kind spirit. I will always love you my friend, you will always be in my heart and my soul!! ROCK ON Parrish!!!

Kim Brine Ellison
February 10, 2011
My deepest sympathys go out to the family, You have touched so many lifes with your talent and beautiful smile, which shall always be celebrated and remaine in all our hearts. You are now with those who left before you. ROCK THE HEAVENS Parrish Play with the ANGELS. Rick will be very pleased to jam with ya. ROCK iN PEACE

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family & closest friends. You have joined the ones who have left before you, and left those with saddend hearts.
Kim Brine Ellison
February 10, 2011
Lori Swain
February 10, 2011
Parrish,Iam going to miss the you made me laugh and put a big smile on my face. And
singing Lying Eyes At The Elvis Meet up Group.Say hi to my dad for me.
Love you Always
watson
February 10, 2011
it truly was an honor, rock on my friend
Haylee Jensen
February 10, 2011
R.I.P Parrish. You will be missed.
troy&travis mecham
February 10, 2011
the best player i have ever known . i knew him when i was young he and my uncle steve jensen were friends i looked up to parrish he always took the time to show or tell you things about music he was a cool guy to know he will be missed alot by me and my brother and the rest of our famliy my heart and wishes go out to his famliy he and his legacy will will live on for ever in are hearts and minds god bless you parrish
troy mecham
February 10, 2011
the best player i have ever known . i knew him when i was young he and my uncle steve jensen were friends i looked up to parrish he always took the time to show or tell you things about music he was a cool guy to know he will be missed alot by me and my brother and the rest of our famliy my heart and wishes go out to his famliy he and his legacy will will live on for ever in are hearts and minds god bless you parrish
Kelly Gonzales
February 10, 2011
Parrish, I have always had you in my heart....we went through so much together. I am saddened because of your passing, but rejoice in the fact that you are now free from illness and pain and are keeping great company. My heart and prayers go out to the family, who welcomed Darian and I so warmly. I love you all. Kelly
Billy Morrison
February 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Casey Storm
February 10, 2011
Treasure the memories. Love you Tracey...he will always be your best friend.
Brad Hardisty
February 10, 2011
Parrish will always be my little brother . A lifetime of adventure, amazing talent and needed support. I will miss my brother. Visit my tribute at thenashvillebridge.com. Lil Cottonmouth
Steve Jensen
February 10, 2011
To one of the best Guitarist's and friends I have ever had the priveledge to know. You will be dearly missed, but NEVER forgotten. Rock on in Heaven my bud , Rock On.
Barry Cook
February 10, 2011
Parrish,
We jammed together at my parents' house for a season when we were seventeen. Those were some great times. I treasure those memories of you and drummer Scott Clark.
Mia
February 10, 2011
Rest in pease Parrish ..
Janet Wagner
February 10, 2011
What an amazing talent and inspiration you are and always will be.
Danielle Hogle
February 10, 2011
I am so sad we had just reconnected after many long years. You were a dear friend to me during a difficult time in my life and I will always be grateful for that! I just wish I had a chance to tell you that. You will always have a special place in my heart. Rest peacefully my friend.

February 10, 2011
Kindra
February 10, 2011
Ah Parrish, I will always cherish our 30+ year friendship and the ongoing part you played in my life. Thank you for the laughter, the tears, and the lessons we learned together. Rest in Peace my dear, dear friend. Much love, Kindra
Stacey Coder
February 10, 2011
So sorry for your loss :( Love you guys!
Colette Back
February 10, 2011
"God Speed"
Joyce Hutchisson
February 10, 2011
PARRISH SO SORRY YOU LEFT THIS WORLD AT SUCH A YOUNG AGE BUT, MAY YOU KNOW PEACE AND COMFORT KNOWING HOW LOVED YOU ARE.
Jacque Hultquist
February 10, 2011
Hey Sweet boy. Your Dad and I miss you. We all miss you and we all love you very much. I know you are at peace now and no suffering. I know you are with alot of family members. Give Jim, Shawn, Leon and your mom my love. You are so loved around this country. I am sure you know that by now. So many people love you. RIP sweetheart and will see you soon. Love you so much, Mom
Jeff Gallagher
February 10, 2011
RIP my friend. Not the way I wanted to re-connect with you. Our garageband days have not been forgotten.
Only kid in the 70's at 14 years old who could play Van Halens first album front to back without missing a note on lead guitar.
Jeff Gallagher
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