Barbara Jean Parcel

Barbara Jean Parcel obituary, Medaryville, IN

Barbara Jean Parcel

Barbara Parcel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Frain Mortuary - Winamac on Dec. 9, 2024.

Publish in a newspaper

Barbara Jean "Barb" Parcel, 90, of Star City, IN passed away Monday, December 9, 2024 at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac, IN. She was born on July 28, 1934 to the late Harold G. and Mary E. [Artrip] Watson. Barb was a graduate of Logansport High School. On December 12, 1954, she married Darwin W. "Doc" Parcel in Logansport, IN. They enjoyed many years of time spent at Foxwood Hills in Middlebury, IN. Doc passed away on November 11, 2013.
Barb was a former member of the Star City United Methodist Church and a former Den Mother for Cub Scouts. Through the years, Barb worked for Weight Watchers and was also a babysitter as well as a bookkeeper. Her proudest accomplishment was being a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Barb was an avid bird watcher and enjoyed crocheting. She enjoyed collecting various knickknacks and was known to go over-the-top when decorating for holidays. Barb will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by:
Mick (Kathy) Parcel, Winamac, IN Son
David (Weez) Parcel, Winamac, IN Son
Doug (Michelle) Parcel, DeMotte, IN Son
Aaron (Adriane) Parcel, Chattanooga, TN Grandson
Sarah Chase, Vicksburg, MI Granddaughter
Steven (Katie) Polstra, Winamac, IN Grandson
Tarrah (Matthew) Ledford, Francesville, IN Granddaughter
Abbey (Jake) Berger, Winamac, IN Granddaughter
Danielle (Justin) Dommer, Winamac, IN Granddaughter
D.J. Parcel, Lafayette, IN Grandson
Erika Parcel, DeMotte, IN Granddaughter
15 Great Grandchildren
2 Great Great Grandchildren
Buck Parcel, Winamac, IN Brother-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Mary E. [Artrip] Watson, Mother
Harold G. Watson, Father
Irene V. Watson, Step Mother
Darwin W. "Doc" Parcel, Husband
Visitation will be from 4-8 PM EST Friday, December 13, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM EST Saturday, December 14, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac with Aaron Parcel officiating.
Burial will take place at Star City West Cemetery in Star City.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Pulaski Animal Center.
Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Barbara, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Frain Mortuary - Winamac

305 E. Main Street P.O. Box 248, Winamac, IN 46996

Make a Donation
in Barbara Parcel's name

How to support Barbara's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Barbara Parcel's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Barbara Parcel's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?