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Horace Parson Obituary
Suffolk - Horace W. Parson, Sr., passed away on July 24, 2018. Horace was born on April 28, 1923, as the fifth child to the late Rufus Parson and Delia Parson Charlton. He was a retired agent and executive on the district level for the North Carolina Mutual Company for forty years. He was a graduate of Providence High School and a product of Virginia State College now known as Norfolk State University. He also received additional training at Paul D. Camp Community College. He was an accountant and part-time businessman establishing Parson Tax Bookkeeping Services. He was a veteran of World War II (Army). Horace early Christian training was in the St. Joseph AME Church in Chesapeake,, VA. He became a member of East End Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday School Teacher and also was a member of the Budget Committee.
He was preceded in death by his parents Rufus Parson, Sr. and Delia Parson-Charlton; five brothers, Dr. Rufus Parson, John Parson, Leonard Parson, Charles Parson, and Dr. James Parson; two sisters, Marion Ruffins and Delia Jones; son, Victor L. Parson.
He leaves to cherish his wife, Rassie Parson; three sons, Albert Parson of Portsmouth, Horace Parson, Jr. (Betty) of Decatur, GA, and Timothy Wood of Baltimore, MD; daughter, Stephanie Croker (Rick) of Suffolk, VA; brother, Wilber Parson of Baltimore, MD; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren; nieces, and nephews.
A wake will be held 6-7 p.m. Monday, July 30, 2018 in the Melvin J. Blowe Chapel of Crocker Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at East End Baptist Church, 1056 Portsmouth Blvd, Suffolk, VA. Dr. Wayne D. Faison will deliver the message of comfort. He will be laid to rest in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.
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Shirley Stitt
July 30, 2018
Dear Aunt Rassie,
I am praying for you during this time of loss. May God's love and spirit of peace surround you.
With love,
Shirley
Willie & Lucille Newby
July 30, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Marlene Davis
July 29, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Horace's passing. Sincere condolences to Aunt Rassie and the family.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but love leaves a memory no one can steal. The Davis Family thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Suzanne Parson-Janrhett
July 28, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. To the children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, neices and nephew the love and memories we have of Uncle Horace will live in our hearts forever.
Marydell Parson
July 28, 2018
I am so sorry to hear that my brother-in-law Horace Parson, Sr. has died. My condolences to Rassie and the family.
Michael Parson
July 28, 2018
CONDOLENCES to the Horace Parson, Sr. family. So sad to hear of Uncle Horace's passing.
Dale Parson
July 27, 2018
After the tears have dried and the goodbyes have been said, all we must hold onto are the happy memories that weve shared with our loved ones who have passed, this is what keep them alive in our hearts and in our minds, and they will continue to live on, through us. My Condolences.
Edna Mitchell, Boone
July 27, 2018
Sending Deepest Sympathy to Horace, my classmate, and the Parson Family. Peace and Comfort to all of you
Lucheer Parson
July 27, 2018
You will be truly missed I know I was only married into the family but you made me feel like I was born into it the first time we meet thank you
Terisa McCallum
July 27, 2018
To My Loving Grandfather, Thank You for all the wonderful times we shared the awesome breakfasts bbqs rising in the Cadi all the wisdom you shared and just showing us nothing but love and happiness I will always love you Thanks For Everything
ACire Newby
July 27, 2018
My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Kimmie Wright
July 26, 2018
Stephanie and family I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Remember the good times and know that he is free from pain and limitations. He is with his Lord and Savior and watching over you all.
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