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Leon Parham Obituary
He was born May 24, 1923. to the late Charlie and Laura Parham and preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Louise Parham; four brothers, John A., James, Lincey and Christopher Parham.
Deacon Parham joined Providence Baptist Church at an early age and was very active until his health declined, remaining a loyal member. He was the recipient of many awards from Deacon Ministry, President of the Male Chorus, L.L.L. Senior Circle, Trustee and Deacon Board. Mr. Parham retired from Allied Chemical, Hopewell (Honeywell) with over 25 years of service. His belief was to help anyone since he was blessed with many great skills from pipefitting to electrical. His knowledge and mannerism earned him the utmost respect from the young and old in the surrounding areas. One of his greatest pastimes was having a garden that flourished every year and passed on to his sons.
He leaves to cherish his memories six devoted children, Leon Parham Jr. (Ruth), Jean Johnson (James), Roger Parham (Teena, Caregiver) all of Prince George, Donald Parham (Pamela), Calvin Parham (Cecelia) of Petersburg and Cheryl McZeal of Hopewell; three brothers, Raymond Parham (Earlene) of Hopewell, Clarence Parham of Petersburg, Daniel Parham (Mary) of Ettrick; two sisters, Lillian Wilkins (Horace) Prince George and Elsie Morrison of Rochester, N.Y.; one brother-in-law Garland Myrick (Bernice) of Petersburg, 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, great-nephews, great-nieces, relatives and friends.
The family would like to thank the Southside Regional Medical Center and Home Nurses, Crater Hospice and Colonial Heights Convalescent Center. In honor of Deacon Parham, please make donations to Crater Hospice or Providence Baptist Church Scholarship Fund. Please omit food items.
A funeral service will be held at noon Wednesday, March 24, 2010, at Providence Baptist Church with Bishop Marcus Campbell officiating. The entombment will be at Southlawn Memorial Park.
The family will assemble one hour prior to service at 2711 Courtland Road, Prince George, and may be contacted at the above address or by calling 804-732-0948 or 804-733-7963.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, now serving from three locations.
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Brenda Williams
March 24, 2010
Jean & Leon, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. It's always hard when you lose a good father who contributed so much to his family and the community. All my best to the rest of the family and you all will be in my prayers.
Brenda Brown Williams
Barbara Ann James
March 22, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
violet moore
March 21, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Hattie Bonner & Family
March 21, 2010
Jean, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will strenghten you and may he find a comforting place in your hearts.
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Becky Wells
March 19, 2010
Cece, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this diffulcult time. God Bless and keep you strong.
March 19, 2010
I truly am sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers. Sorry I can't be there but you all are in my thoughts. Brother Leon was a good man & a great person. I love you all. Danny Mason
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