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Alex A. Parrish

FUNERAL HOME

E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory - Colonial Heights

2033 Boulevard

Colonial Heights, Virginia

Alex Parrish Obituary

Alex Arnold Parrish, 46, of Colonial Heights passed away peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Abe and Helen E. Parrish.

He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Amy Parrish; a son, Adam Baskin; sisters, Kathy Hall, JoNell McKee and husband, Jon, and Judy Cates; his mother-in-law, Peggy Kuzminski; a brother-in-law, Clark Kuzminski; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Alex worked at Sears for eight years and was a huge fan of the Denver Broncos, the Colorado Avalanche hockey team, and was involved with many local bands. He loved people, and had many friends; Alex was loved by all who knew him.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

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Published by The Progress-Index on Jan. 27, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Alex Parrish

24 Entries

Elizabeth Hershey

February 16, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss and I know it was a tremendous loss. I only knew Alex a short time but he was so nice to me and every customer that came into the store we worked at. I know he loved his family and I he talked about his son and wanting him to come here and they both go to Edgar Poe's house in Richmond. He loved the poem The Raven and we talked about him in Colorado and the Air Force. I am so sorry it had to leave and I know he is in a better place where he is enjoying music and poetry.

Cheryll Bowman

February 5, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember he was such a nice guy. May you find rest and peace in our Lord Jesus Christ!

Clay Beale

February 1, 2014

I Knew Alex From Southpark Mall,
He Was Always There To Help Me Whenever I Came In Whearever He Was Working. I Will Miss Not Seeing Him, I Am Deaply Sadden To Here Of Him Leveing Us So Soon. May He Rest In Eternal Peace.......

Kristie Belvin

January 29, 2014

God Bless you and your family. May the Lord keep your wife and family strong.

Jay Faison

January 29, 2014

RIP Alex, it's gonna be strange not seeing you and having a drink at the club like we always use to do...I pray for your family and friends that are grieving...you were a good man and loved by many, there will be a day we all shall meet again in a far better place...god bless you Alex!!!

Dannty Mizelle

January 29, 2014

alex...words cannot express the sadness i am feeling...you were always there for me during my cancer fight and after i beat it and struggled with the treatment you were still there to help me.....i miss you now...and will miss you forever...

Doug Harris

January 29, 2014

As I read these notes, and think about what to say, words don't come easy. And if you know me....that's hard to believe; Alex, you were such an intelligent, hardworking, crazy co-worker, but most importantly, you were my friend. I will miss seeing your face, and the expressions you would come up with when we would start one of our insane conversations. You and I could end each other's sentences,,, just because!!! As I light a candle for your spirit, and one for your families here on earth, I pray for peace, comfort, trust and love of God and the rewards in heaven you share, and one day we will share with you.
My thoughts and prayers to you, Amy, your sisters, son, and all of us at Sears who knew you and will truly miss you.
God Bless God Speed and God Guide us to our Heavenly Peace.

Michael Lewis

January 29, 2014

I would like to offer my condolences to Alex's family and friends.
I will miss Alex very much.

Anne Marie ADams

January 28, 2014

Alex, you were one of a kind. You were always willing to help anyone...customer, co-worker, friend or stranger. When i think of you it makes me smile. My prayers and thoughts to Amy and the family.

Evonne Nunnally

January 28, 2014

Alex was always willing to help in any way he could at Sears. I am thinking of you, caring about you and wishing you all comfort and peace.

kaye bales-neal

January 28, 2014

I am very saddened to hear of Alex' deth. I remember the day he was born; he was a surprise to Helen and Abe. we lived on the Petersurg jail farm next door to the family. Alex was the cutest blond headed little boy. i'm sure he will be missed by all who knew him.

Avis Anderson

January 27, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 27, 2014

Alex, You were loved by many and will be missed by everyone that you encountered. I will especially miss the question "You Having Fun Yet?" as I entered work. Amy, I am praying for you and your family. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Crissandra Coleman

Patricia Coleman

January 27, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Ana Peves

January 26, 2014

Alex, was a good hearted friend. He was kind and always kept me laughing. He was a great co-worker. He would always sacrifice his time to help everyone else. It was a pleasure to have met him. May he rest in peace and forever be in out hearts.
-Ana Peves

Betty Young

January 26, 2014

Alex, I just can't believe this has happened. I will miss my joke buddy at work.Sears won't be the same without you. I was telling Maggie about a prank I wanted to do today and she told me you had already told her about it. I will miss the neck massages and pats on the shoulder when I'm at the signrighter.I guess your Mom still needed you. Take care of her.

Melissa Lara

January 25, 2014

Alex was such a great spirit. I enjoyed coming to work and hearing about all the stories from the weekend helping set up the bands or his trips to the beach. We laughed and joke all the time. He made work so much fun! Was always there to give me the answer or help when I needed it.I will truly miss him I can't believe this has really happen and he is no longer with us. Sending prayers to you Amy and the family to stay strong.May you find comfort in your thoughts and Memories.

Leslie McClammy

January 25, 2014

Alex, you will be missed. I cannot tell you how much fun it was to be around you at Sears...you always made me smile and you always had a joke to tell. I will miss your chats on FB and your crazy Halloween costumes. Know that you left behind many friends and family who love you and whose lives will never be the same, not because you are gone, but because you were here..

Sue Eanes

January 25, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Alex. Amy-you and Alex are in my thoughts.

Amanda & Will

January 25, 2014

You will be greatly missed Alex! I hope you will have an amazing time in Heaven playing all your wonderful music with the Angels;) Will and I will miss you and will one day see you again..but until then we know you will be looking down on everyone being the wonderful Man you were when you were down here on Earth but now as an amazing angel up there in Heaven??

kendra cole

January 25, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Tina Seligman

January 25, 2014

Alex...I am so saddened by your passing...You were a wonderful friend, and we shared many great laughs..You were my KISS buddy, and gave me my KISS sunglasses..Your memory lives on in all of us who knew what a great guy you were...I throw my horns up to you brother...You will be deeply missed!!!

Cheryl Parrish-Medlin

January 25, 2014

Alex was a true friend to me..We were childhood friends and time nor distance could ever change that.He was my " lil brother" and I was his "big sis". My heart breaks but I know he is in a better place with no pain,,nothing but happiness for such a great man.Amy,I didn't know you but I do know Alex loved you, told me many times you were the best thing to enter his life. Thank you for taking care of my friend. I will always be here for you,,he would have wanted it that way..

Eva and Barry Hollar

January 24, 2014

Eva and I wish we could be there to be with you and the entire family during this time. We both loved Alex even though Eva only met him a few times, she would always say we never know if we will see each other again. So when we left the last time, we hugged Alex and told him we loved him. I will miss our talks and sharing photos. Amy, Alex is now at peace and he has begun a new journey and he will always be with us in our hearts and thoughts. We love you and will always be only a call away if you need us.

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