Kathy Parish Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kathy Jean Parish, who departed this life on September 2, 2024 at the age of 73. She was born on March 11, 1951 in Columbus, Ohio to Willie Mae and Leonard Parish.
Kathy will be lovingly remembered by her sons Ernie Mack, Jr and John Holloway; her grandchildren, DJ, Manny, JJ and Drue; sisters Dorothy, Joyce and Lisa; brothers Roger, Jackie and Garry, and nieces and a nephew.
She was known for her artistic ability making clothes and tissue box covers. She also was known for her fabulous cheesecakes!
Kathy was a COTA bus driver. She was also passionate about gatherings. She wanted to be a party planner once she retired.
Visitation will be held on September 26, 2024 at 11am at Greater Faith Temple. The funeral service will take place immediately after visitation at 12pm at the Greater Faith Temple on September 26, 2024, followed by interment at Eastlawn Cemetery.
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Barbie #859
March 18, 2025
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of Kathy! We were schoolbus drivers together, I stayed she went on to COTA!! We kept in touch all thru the years, whether at a red light in our buses or over the phone Truly a light has gone form.the world! Rest easy my friend till we .meet again.
Jan Marbrey
November 25, 2024
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Kathy. My family and hers lived next door to each other on Eastwood. There are so many experiences we shared growing up and playing all around the neighborhood. I am sure she will be missed and I wish I could have visited with her and the Parishes on recent visits to Columbus.
Sheryle Marbrey Yarbrough
November 25, 2024
Condolences to family. Grew up being next door neighbors. Always a very sweet person and a smile on her face.
Sonya seals-leonard
September 15, 2024
Kathy had a beautiful heart drove school bus with then got to see her again down the years at cota memories that will last forever truly will be missed
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Erica J
September 15, 2024
I will always remember how Ms.kathy would be the first person at work and in some cases the latest to leave, Ms kathy will definitely be missed she was such a sweet soul and never complained about anything . Rest Ms.parish
Barry golden
September 14, 2024
Kathy was really nice she always sat by the window in the corner in the Dayroom and I told her one day I'm make it her office she always had a smile on her face she will be truly missed
Melanie
September 14, 2024
Kathy was such a sweet lady! She stayed to herself and dedicated to her work. My memory was her sitting in the corner with all her bags! I can relate because when I worked there, I was called the bag lady lol
Danyell
September 14, 2024
Her smile and calm disposition. She was a loyal and dedicated employee and she will be missed tremendously.
Yvonne Bell
September 12, 2024
Kathy was a very quiet and funny friend. She liked playing tricks on you. She loved hosting parties. That was going to be her next life. She was a great friend to have and we shared many memories as we traveled a lot together. She will be missed.
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