Barry Gene Parrish

Barry Gene Parrish obituary, Newport, MN

Barry Gene Parrish

Barry Parrish Obituary

Visit the Kok Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Cottage Grove website to view the full obituary.

Barry Gene Parrish Sr, age 82 of Newport, Minnesota passed away peacefully with his wife by his side at the VA hospital on Thursday, May 1, 2025.  Barry was born on August 14,1942 in Pennsylvania.

Survived by loving wife, Brenda Gail Parrish of 37 years. Final resting place will be in the Fort Snelling National Cemetery.  He was Veteran of the United States Marine, Corp.

Kok Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Cottage Grove

7676 80th Street South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016

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