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Jacqueline Parsons Obituary

JACQUELINE N. PARSONS "JACKIE" GRIFFITH, IN Jacqueline N. "Jackie" Parsons, age 77, departed this life on Saturday, January 17, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 2, 1931 in East Chicago, IN to John and Elizabeth (nee Nagy) Pavuk. She was an East Chicago Roosevelt High School graduate and married James Parsons on June 3, 1954 and he survives. She was a long time resident of Griffith, IN and was a devoted homemaker who deeply cherished every moment with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jackie is survived by her two daughters: Charlotte (Doug) Kreag and Penny (Bill) Buchanan; two sons: Don (Chris) Parsons and John (Mariellyn) Parsons; 20 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by grandson, Eric Parsons. A visitation will be held at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 8178 Cline Avenue, Schererville, IN on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m There will be a wake service at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home. Interment will be in Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. Jackie was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to all. In lieu of flowers, preferred memorials may be made to the family. For information, please call (219) 365-9554.

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Published by The Times from Jan. 19 to Jan. 20, 2009.

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Tommy Grimmer

January 24, 2009

Dear Don & Charlotte,
So sad to hear of you mothers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her and both of you. If I can help you in any way please call on me.

Stacie Eckenrode

January 21, 2009

Aunt Jackie had the greatest wink and smile. She will be missed.

Nicholas Mihalich

January 21, 2009

Mrs. Parsons,
I will always remember you for the big smile you always had.
Your family alll know that you are among the angels above, and you are still smiling.

The Tomaszewski Family, Joe, Erin, Colm & Caide

January 20, 2009

Mrs. Parsons was our former neighbor and was always very kind to us and our children. She always had a big smile on her face! May she rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time. With much love,

Karen Grabowski

January 19, 2009

Dear Cousins and Uncle Jim, I wish i could be with all of you.. My heart is breaking. My beautiful Godmother was my hero and angel, I will miss her terribly.My prayers are with you all , Jimmy and I loved her so very much. Cousin Karen and Jimmy

Jeff Medsker

January 19, 2009

Jim,
Im sorry to hear..

Julio and Sandy Sanchez

January 19, 2009

To the whole family,
We love all of you and hope though this hard time you find comfort from each other and all of us who know and love all of you very much!
You are in our thoughts and Prayers
Love,
Julio And Sandy

Bill & Corky Buchanan

January 19, 2009

Jim and Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of bereavement. Jackie was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed!

Love Bill & Corky Buchanan

Jorie, Brian, and Madelyn Parsons

January 19, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Cooper

January 19, 2009

Dear Don and Family~

May you find peace and comfort in God's love during this time. My prayers are with you.

(Sandy's Sister)

Ed and Sheila Flores

January 19, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Adrian Williams

January 19, 2009

Penny, Bill, Elizabeth, Jim, Drew, Becky and Kyle,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there with you to help you through this difficult time.

I love you all always,

Adrian Williams
Michael, Brett and Dylan

Imy Medsker

January 19, 2009

Dear Jim and family: I am so sadden by this news. She was a devoted wife, mother and a wonderful friend to myself and husband, Dale. We met before her marriage and have many wonderful memories together.
Her zest for life and wonderful laugh will be missed. I thank God for her friendship.

Bonnie Rogers

January 19, 2009

Char, Doug, Brook, Jackie, Blake and Amber,

We are so sorry to hear about your mom's death. Our thoughts and prayers of sympathy to you and all of the family.

Bonnie and Don

Sonya English

January 19, 2009

Penny,
My heart aches for you, and my prayers are with you, Bill, and the kids. Continue to be strong, and take comfort in the fact that your Mom is no longer in pain.

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