Mary Katherine Beasley Katherine Parrish

Mary Katherine Beasley Katherine Parrish obituary

Mary Katherine Beasley Katherine Parrish

Mary Katherine Beasley Parrish Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc - Durham on Aug. 13, 2025.

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TIMBERLAKE: Mary Katherine Beasley Parrish, 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Person Memorial Hospital. She was born in Benson, NC to the late Mancy and Alene Beasley. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Parrish was also predeceased by her husband, Donal Parrish; daughters, Cindy Parrish, Michelle Perry; and all 4 siblings.

Mrs. Parrish retired from UNC Chapel Hill as a Payroll Clerk. She loved flower gardening and shopping. Together with her husband, she enjoyed traveling the world. Mrs. Parrish loved spending time with her grandchildren and family and will be deeply missed by all.

Mrs. Parrish is survived by her son-in-law, Phillip Perry; grandchildren, Tiphanie Thomas (William), Michael Glenn, Sean Perry (Jessica), Dylan Perry (Sara), Miranda Perry; great-grandchildren, Daneya Carrigan, Caroline Carrigan, Tristyn Thomas, Jaylen Thomas, Adalynn Glenn, Aria Porter, Chloe Glenn, Kylee Perry, Oaklee Perry; brother-in-law, Larry Herrin (Phyllis); and many beloved nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 16th at Clements Funeral Chapel in Durham. A private burial will be held at a later date.

The family is being assisted by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. in Durham. Online condolences may be sent to www.clementsfuneralservice.com.

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