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Alisa Parr Obituary

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Alisa Ann Key Parr entered into the eternal presence of our Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus Christ on October 10, 2013 at the Christus Santa Rosa Sister Mary Hospice Center. She was 55 years of age and a resident of San Antonio, Texas. She was a long standing member of Alamo Heights Presbyterian Church. There she served our God as Ruling Elder, member of various committees; youth group leader, Sunday school teacher, President of Presbyterian Women, and soprano Cantor. She was the epitome of a devoted wife and excelled in what she endeavored. She was preceded in death by her father, Edell W. Key; mother, Lois R. Ellis; paternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Joe Key and maternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Raymond W. Ryan. She is survived by her husband of more than 35 years, T. Charles Parr, III; brother, Ron W. Key; sister-in-law, M. Follin Key; nephew, Alex H. Key; stepfather, S. Aaron Ellis; mother-in-law, Mrs. Thurmond C. Parr, Jr. and many friends. Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Porter Loring on McCullough.
MEMORIAL SERVICE
FRIDAY
OCTOBER 18, 2013
11:00 A.M.
ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
6201 BROADWAY

Rev. Dr. Richard Knott, Jr. officiating. Honorary Pallbearers are Baker Duncan, Samuel T. Hawkes, Jr., James S. Jung, Michael A. Martinez, Paul M. McDougall, and Charles J. Muller. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Alamo Heights Presbyterian Church, 6201 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209, The Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services, 6355 Whitby Road San Antonio, TX 78240 or charities of your choice.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News from Oct. 16 to Oct. 17, 2013.

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Shirley El more

October 17, 2013

Charles, my prayers are with you and your family as you celebrate the wonderful life of Alisa. She was a true inspiration to me at Covenant.

Sandy Stone

October 17, 2013

Charles, My deepest sympathy for your loss of such a dear wife. Such a huge void now of love shared and service offered for her Christian community. I am praying for you to know God's comfort, love, and strength.
(Former faith family member with you at Covenant)

Betty and Carey McKenzie

October 16, 2013

Charles, Carey and I were so sad to hear of Alisa's death. We will be praying for you during this sad and difficult time. May you experience God's presence and peace that only He can give.

john judson

October 16, 2013

Charles,

I am sorry to hear about Alisa. She was a wonderful lady. You will be in my prayers. I can still see her smile.

Chaplain Alfonso Orocio

October 16, 2013

"The death scene of leaves
does not smell of sorrow and sadness,
rather, the earth is colored with joy" (Poem: The Falling Leaves)...So Alisa filled the those around her with joy and faith. -CHRISTUS Hospice & Palliative Care

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