Name: Visitation for Doris Parsons
Start: 2019-07-18T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-07-18T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Holmes-Glover-Solomon Funeral Directors, Inc. - JACKSONVILLE

Parsons
Mrs. Doris Vivian Joyner Parsons was the youngest of ten children born December 25, 1926 to the late George Washington and Susie Elizabeth Wilkerson Joyner, a pioneer Jacksonville family, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 13, 2019. She was a member of Simpson Memorial United Methodist Church, a graduate of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical College (now University), Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Duval County Retired Teachers Association and Simpson United Methodist Women. She was employed by the Duval County Public School System for thirty eight plus years as an elementary educator. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Percy L. Parsons, Sr., as well as all of her siblings. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Deborah L., Percy L., II (Myra), Dottye Parsons Young, and Doris Vivian Parsons; grandchild, Leah P. Reed; great grandchild, Rhylan Reed; nephews and nieces, Robert C. Brown, Jr. (Raquel), Dr. Jonathan McCone, Jr. (Bonnie), Stanley Brown, Dr. Allen Brown (Louise), Carolyn Foxx (Douglas), Lottye E. Manns, Dottye Reece, Alyce Thomas, Patrice Brown, Rubinya Davis (Tom); great and great great nieces and nephews, first cousin, Mary Althea Joyner Cowser (her only living first generation relative), other cousins and relatives including god daughters, Carol Scott Battle, and Danielle Cogdell; god son, Johnny Garey; life long friend and family member, Doris Fowler Scott; and many friends. Her funeral service will be held Friday, July 19, 2019 at 11:00AM in Lakewood United Methodist Church, 6133 San Jose Blvd., Pastor Lawrence Q. Barriner, officiating. The family will receive friends in the mortuary on Thursday, July 18, from 4 until 7PM. Interment will be in New Mt Herman Cemetery. Professional services provided by HOLMES-GLOVER-SOLOMON FUNERAL DIRECTORS, INC., 4334 Brentwood Avenue.
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Published by Florida Times-Union from Jul. 16 to Jul. 17, 2019.

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Edward Lavert Joyner

March 8, 2024

This is Edward 'LAVERT 'Joyner I am just finding out how my favorite cousins passing my heart is filled with nothing but sorrow I will never be the same dot you and baby pie hold it down for the family I am in New Castle Delaware now but when I come back to Jacksonville Florida I will stop by

Laura Regina

October 28, 2022

Mrs. Parsons was my second grade teacher, but she was more than a teacher to me. I attended Naldo Nursery in the late 60's and I had her in 1970. She took care of me like a mother would do. She would tuck my clothes in and brush my hair. I always said she was my favorite teacher. I returned to Spring Park after I graduated from high school and she reached in her file cabinet and gave me our class picture. She introduced me to other teachers and told them who I was. She has a special place in my heart. A teacher can make a difference in a child's life and I will never forget her. My condolences to her family.

Laura Regina

October 28, 2022

Phil Petty

July 5, 2022

Doris, I´m so sorry for your loss. We spoke often about your mother. Your love for her was so evident. Again, my condolences.

Donna Turner

December 9, 2019

My sincere condolences to the Family of Mrs. Doris Parsons. She was my second grade teacher at Spring Park Elementary. I remember she always had a smile on her face every morning.

Wallace Rasberry

August 21, 2019

Our condolences to the Parsons family. May GOD continue to comfort you. Wallace III and Roberta Rasberry.

Mallisa Stokes

July 20, 2019

Mrs Doris You will be missed. I will always cherish your beautiful smile and your loving spirit. Love always Mallisa Stokes

Cheryl Brown

July 19, 2019

Growing up in College Garden was such a wonderful experience filled with fond memories. I shall always remember the delicious vegetable soup Mrs. Parsons made for the family. Yes, I say family because we were all family. As children, we were not only in and out of each other's home but also the refrigerator. We enjoyed having cookouts, watching football, playing kickball, eating homemade ice cream, picking blackberries, eating honey drippers, playing with Mr. Parsons' golf clubs (when he gave them a rest), and having night play during the long summer daylight. I am so grateful for having grown up in our neighborhood. Mrs. Parsons will always be a special part of my becoming the person I am today. Thank you, Mrs. Parsons.

Brenda Williams-Simpkins

July 19, 2019

My condolences to the family. Keeping you all in prayer.

Mary Orr Barrington

July 18, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with you, the Family of our dear Sister, Doris Joyner Parsons. I will remember her with fondness and love!
With deepest sympathies!
Sis Mary Orr Barrington

CLINTON CUNNINGHAM

July 18, 2019

WITH VERY FOND MEMORIES OF LIFE ON GARDEN ST DURING THE SUMMERS OF MY YOUTH. MAY YOU REST IN GOD'S ETERNAL PEACE AND ENJOY THE FELLOWSHIP OF WORSHIP WITH THE SAINTS OF GOD.

PARSON FAMILY... BE AT PEACE. SHE IS IN GOD'S HANDS.

Mari-Esther Norman

July 18, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the Parsons family during this difficult time of bereavement. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gloria Showers

July 17, 2019

To my family of Doris P., we know that God makes no mistakes so HE has taken Doris P. home to be with Him. She was like a sister to me in so many ways. I love her and know that my sister Doris will miss her so so much. Thank God for a life well lived...she always gave so much. Debbie, Lennie, Dottye and Baby Pie you will see her again. To God Be The Glory.!!!!

Joyce Rawls

July 17, 2019

Doris, my dear cousin you are one of the most loving,caring and professional women I have ever known. You set the high standards we, the next generation of Joyner women, aspire to. You have done all there was for you to do on this earth. It is now your time to rest in the Lord. I do not grieve you I will strive to represent you. Your Loving Cousin. Joyce Rawls

Garry Jackson

July 17, 2019

Glory,Glory,Glory! Our God Is Awesome and makes no mistakes. Momma Doris has completed her earthly assignment and now she is enjoying her reward in Heaven. Much Love, Garry Jackson and Family.

Carolyn Edwards

July 17, 2019

Dear Dottye and Parsons Family:

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Mom-mie. She was an institution in this community, strong yet compassionate, well loved and respected. I know your hearts are breaking and the pain must seem almost unbearable. I pray God touches your hearts and give all of you comfort during this difficult time.

Hopefully you will find solace in knowing she was smart, dignified, unique and kind. She loved her career as an instructor in Duval County and, her friends but, most of all her family. The time has now come for her to join her beloved Percy and other family members who preceded her in their journey to heaven. May you find Peace as you remember her with fondness. An earth Angel has returned home. Rest In Peace!

Alonzo King

Sent Flowers

July 17, 2019

I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength was the Bible verse Cousin Doris would always repeat when speaking in church. It was her strength, grace, and mercy that made her truly special and one of a kind. Her love of family kept us blessed in so many ways. We love and will remember your spirit you blessed so many with.
May you rest in heaven as you join other family members smiling to have you there.

Love Cousin Brenda Sanders

Deborah Bartley

July 17, 2019

Mrs. Parsons. Rest in Peace. You were my second grade teacher at Douglas Anderson Elementary, Junior, Senior High School. An excellent teacher. I learned all of the Multiplication tablet in your class, One's through twelves. I thank you. Restful sleep Mrs. Parsons. Praying for your family comfort, through this difficult time.

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