1. Albert Parrott, son of Alonzo Parrott, was born in 1819 in Great Grimsey, Linconshire, England and died on 18 Apr 1898 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 79.
Albert married Sarah Ann Bowser. Sarah was born in 1815 in Prydrayton, Cambridgeshire, England and died on 2 Apr 1879 in Johnstown, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 64.
Children from this marriage were:
+ 2 M i. Charles Mathew Parrott was born on 1 Apr 1849 in Yorkshire, England and died on 21 Feb 1925 in Castleton, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 75.
3 F ii. Frances E. Parrott was born on 26 Feb 1851 in Nafferton, Yorkshire, England and died on 27 Sep 1918 in Bedford, Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 67.
Frances married George W. Bird. George was born in Jun 1849 in Oakland Co., Michigan and died in 1916 in Bedford, Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 67.
+ 4 M iii. James A. Parrott was born in 1856 in Barry Co., Michigan and died on 9 Nov 1919 in Bedford, Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 63.
+ 5 M iv. George Richard Parrott was born on 7 Nov 1860 in Johnstown, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 8 May 1933 in Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 72.
Second Generation (Children)
2. Charles Mathew Parrott (Albert1) was born on 1 Apr 1849 in Yorkshire, England and died on 21 Feb 1925 in Castleton, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 75.
Notes: arrived 1851
Charles married Nellie Estelle Beach. Nellie was born on 1 Nov 1861 in Michigan and died on 14 Dec 1931 in Castleton, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 70.
Children from this marriage were:
+ 6 M i. Albert Asabel Parrott was born on 31 Aug 1883 in Castleton, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 25 Feb 1956 in Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 72.
+ 7 M ii. George William Parrott was born on 29 Jul 1886 in Michigan and died in Oct 1964 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 78.
+ 8 M iii. Shirlie Matthew Parrott was born on 20 Mar 1891 in Castleton, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 8 Nov 1963 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 72.
9 F iv. Villa A. Parrott was born in 1895 in Michigan.
Villa married Ralph H. Olin. Ralph was born in 1895 in Michigan.
4. James A. Parrott (Albert1) was born in 1856 in Barry Co., Michigan and died on 9 Nov 1919 in Bedford, Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 63.
James married Rose Bell Culver. Rose was born in 1861 in Michigan and died on 22 Mar 1934 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 73.
Children from this marriage were:
10 F i. Mable A. Parrott was born on 12 Aug 1884 in Michigan and died on 24 Mar 1950, at age 65.
+ 11 M ii. James Earl Parrott was born on 27 Aug 1888 in Michigan and died on 29 Aug 1967 in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Co., Florida, at age 79.
12 M iii. Frederick Albert Parrott was born on 12 May 1891 in Michigan and died on 19 Jun 1914 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 23.
+ 13 M iv. Vern E. Parrott was born on 18 Nov 1893 in Michigan and died in 1926, at age 33.
5. George Richard Parrott (Albert1) was born on 7 Nov 1860 in Johnstown, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 8 May 1933 in Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 72.
George married Fannie Josephine Butler. Fannie was born on 13 Aug 1867 in Johnstown, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 1 May 1915 in Pennfield, Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 47.
Children from this marriage were:
14 F i. Hazel Belle Parrott was born on 14 Aug 1890 in Pennfield, Calhoun Co., MIchigan and died in Jul 1980 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 89.
Hazel married John E. Letts. John was born on 6 Jun 1886 in Bannister, Gratiot Co., Michigan.
+ 15 M ii. Floyd M. Parrott was born on 2 Oct 1895 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 7 Jun 1986 in Bedford, Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 90.
16 F iii. Cecil Ann Parrott was born on 28 Jan 1902 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 12 Apr 1976 in Peoria, Maricopa Co., Arizona, at age 74.
Cecil married Louis C. Lester. Louis was born on 5 Oct 1895 in Michigan and died in Oct 1967 in Detroit, Wayne Co., Michigan, at age 72.
George next married Rose Bell Culver. Rose was born in 1861 in Michigan and died on 22 Mar 1934 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 73.
Third Generation (Grandchildren)
6. Albert Asabel Parrott (Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 31 Aug 1883 in Castleton, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 25 Feb 1956 in Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 72.
Albert married Pearl Agnes Marshall. Pearl was born on 18 Aug 1892 in Byron Center, Kent Co., Michigan and died on 16 Nov 1988 in Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 96.
Children from this marriage were:
17 M i. Charles Marshall Parrott was born on 8 Apr 1914 in Kalamazoo Co., Michigan and died on 11 Jan 1920 in Pontiac, Oakland Co., Michigan, at age 5.
+ 18 M ii. Maynard Albert Parrott was born on 2 Sep 1915 in Kalamazoo Co., Michigan and died on 30 Nov 1978 in Jackson, Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 63.
19 F iii. Merna Grace Parrott was born on 12 Jul 1918 in Michigan and died on 1 Jan 2007 in Pinehurst, Moore Co., North Carolina, at age 88.
Notes: SIMPKINS, MERNA GRACE\emdash Of Southern Pines, NC, aged 88, died Monday, January 1, 2007, at Oakdale Heights in Southern Pines. Born in Jackson, MI, to the late Albert and Pearl Marshall Parrott, she worked for many years with Southern Michigan Insurance Company. She was a long time member of the Marshall Country Club in Marshall, MI. She is survived by her sons, Darrell Simpkins and his wife, Jayne, of Seven Lakes, NC and Richard Simpkins and wife, Becky of Battle Creek, MI; her brothers, Donald Parrott of Jackson, MI and William Parrott of Parma, MI; and two grandchildren, Stephanie Simpkins and Adam Simpkins. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 27, 2007 at North Parma United Methodist Church in Parma. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to North Parma United Methodist Church, 11970 Devereaux Rd., Parma, MI 49269. Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines is serving the family.
Jackson Citizen Patriot (MI), January 23, 2007
Merna married Grady Willis Simpkins. Grady was born on 27 Jun 1920 in Texas and died on 11 Nov 2002 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 82.
+ 20 M iv. Robert Glenn Parrott was born on 23 Jun 1920 in Flint, Genesee Co., Michigan and died on 21 Oct 2000 in Clark Co., Nevada, at age 80.
+ 21 M v. Donald Duane Parrott was born on 23 Jun 1924 in Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 5 Sep 2007 in Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 83.
22 M vi. Darrell W. Parrott was born on 22 Dec 1925 in Michigan and died on 14 Nov 1992 in Jackson, Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 66.
+ 23 M vii. "Bill" William Laverne Parrott was born on 31 May 1928 in Parma, Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 19 Nov 2022 in Parma, Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 94.
7. George William Parrott (Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 29 Jul 1886 in Michigan and died in Oct 1964 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 78.
George married Nettie S. Ackett. Nettie was born on 7 Oct 1886 in Michigan and died on 21 Mar 1974 in Hastings, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 87.
Children from this marriage were:
24 M i. Albert C. Parrott was born on 26 Aug 1909 in Dowling, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 8 Dec 1974 in Nashville, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 65.
Albert married Mildred Opel Weeks. Mildred was born on 3 Apr 1915 in Michigan and died on 18 May 2007 in Nashville, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 92.
25 F ii. Elinore June Parrott was born on 2 Jun 1918 in Nashville, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 14 Jul 2001 in Nashville, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 83.
Elinore married Wallace Martin Graham. Wallace was born on 11 Nov 1914 in Nashville, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 15 Oct 1994 in Hastings, Barry Co., Michigan, at age 79.
26 F iii. Villa Marie Parrott was born on 25 Jan 1925 and died on 25 Sep 1932, at age 7.
8. Shirlie Matthew Parrott (Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 20 Mar 1891 in Castleton, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 8 Nov 1963 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 72. {Find A Grave ID: 13451726}
Shirlie married Maude Irene Seaman. Maude was born in 1892 in Michigan and died in 1966 in Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 74. {Find A Grave ID: 13451725} {Find A Grave ID: 13451725}
Children from this marriage were:
+ 27 M i. Charles William Parrott Sr. was born on 23 Jun 1915 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 1 Dec 1973 in Big Rapids, Mecosta Co., Michigan, at age 58.
+ 28 M ii. Lloyd Raymond Parrott was born on 8 Sep 1919 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 25 Apr 1961 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 41.
29 F iii. Velma Arlene Parrott was born on 5 Apr 1922 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 9 Oct 2005 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan, at age 83. {Find A Grave ID: 169245962}
Velma married Oliver Bartlett Francisco. Oliver was born on 14 Dec 1915 in Caledonia Co., Kent Co., Michigan and died on 9 May 1993 in Portsmouth, Rockingham Co., New Hampshire, at age 77.
Velma next married Ronald E. Shilts. Ronald was born on 23 Feb 1918 in Bellvue, Eaton Co., Michigan and died on 9 Oct 2005 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan, at age 87. {Find A Grave ID: 169245947} {Find A Grave ID: 169245947}
30 F iv. Bernita May Parrott was born on 21 Sep 1927 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 30 Aug 2009 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 81.
Bernita married Howard Earl Spillane. Howard was born on 5 Jun 1926 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 7 Jan 2001 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 74.
11. James Earl Parrott (James A.2, Albert1) was born on 27 Aug 1888 in Michigan and died on 29 Aug 1967 in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Co., Florida, at age 79.
James married Kathryn M Scanlan. Kathryn was born on 31 Mar 1887 in Michigan and died in Jul 1967 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 80.
The child from this marriage was:
31 F i. Maxine K. Parrott was born in 1913 in Michigan.
Maxine married Duane H. Greble. Duane was born in 1911 and died on 6 Oct 1949 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 38.
13. Vern E. Parrott (James A.2, Albert1) was born on 18 Nov 1893 in Michigan and died in 1926, at age 33.
Vern married Mildred Fandley. Mildred was born in 1895 in Michigan and died in 1945 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 50.
Children from this marriage were:
+ 32 M i. Bruce F. Parrott was born on 5 Dec 1914 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 2 Mar 1978 in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw Co., Michigan, at age 63.
33 F ii. Irene E. Parrott was born on 6 Aug 1916 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 24 Aug 1999 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 83.
Irene next married James Wesley Solomon. James was born on 1 Apr 1912 and died on 30 Nov 1999 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 87.
15. Floyd M. Parrott (George Richard2, Albert1) was born on 2 Oct 1895 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 7 Jun 1986 in Bedford, Calhoun Co., MIchigan, at age 90.
Floyd married Letha Jane Corey Bradstreet. Letha was born in 1897 in Muskegon Co., Michigan and died in 1938 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 41.
Children from this marriage were:
34 F i. Juanita Mae Parrott was born on 27 Jun 1923 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 15 May 1995 in Bossier Parish, Louisiana, at age 71.
Juanita married L. D. Martin. L. was born on 20 Feb 1912 in Reed City, Osceola Co., Michigan and died on 22 Jun 1992 in Clearwater, Pinellas Co., Florida, at age 80.
Juanita next married Murphy Leroy Garrett. Murphy was born on 14 Nov 1907 in Walton Co., Florida and died on 31 Mar 1978 in Okaloosa Co., Florida, at age 70.
Juanita next married James Monroe Garrett. James was born on 25 Jul 1906 in Walton Co., Florida and died on 21 Jan 1987 in Okaloosa Co., Florida, at age 80.
35 M ii. Robert Arthur Parrott was born on 27 Apr 1927 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 7 Jul 2005 in Michigan, at age 78.
Notes: http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/48975345/person/20175373461
Robert married Shirley Maude Watkins. Shirley was born on 5 Mar 1930 in Detroit, Wayne Co., Michigan and died on 26 Feb 2009 in Haslett, Ingham Co., Michigan, at age 78.
36 M iii. Norman Allen Parrott was born on 16 Aug 1932 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 12 Oct 2002 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 70.
Floyd next married Beatrice June Moore. Beatrice was born on 19 May 1906 in Hickory Corners, Barry Co., Michigan and died on 25 Jan 1991 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 84.
Fourth Generation (Great-Grandchildren)
18. Maynard Albert Parrott (Albert Asabel3, Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 2 Sep 1915 in Kalamazoo Co., Michigan and died on 30 Nov 1978 in Jackson, Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 63.
Maynard married Dorothy Louise Seaman. Dorothy was born on 29 Aug 1923 in Kalamazoo Co., Michigan and died on 15 Dec 1976 in Jackson, Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 53.
The child from this marriage was:
37 M i. William Albert Parrott was born on 27 Jan 1944 in Michigan and died on 5 Jul 2018 in Concord, Jackson Co., Michigan, at age 74.
Notes: Parrott, William Albert "Bill" 1/27/1944 - 7/5/2018 Concord Bill was born to Dorothy Louise and Maynard Albert Parrott. He is survived by his wife and soul mate, Patricia Ann; children, Anne (John) Ottinger of Concord, Mi, Bart (Christy) Trammell of Three Rivers, Mi, Lori (Doug) Bregg and Bob Trammell from Jackson, Mi; 11 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; sister, Nancy (Bob) Cuffle of Jackson, Mi; brother Steve (Kathy) Parrott of Johnstown Pa. Bill graduated from Jackson High School 1962, then joined the US Navy as a Submariner serving his country during the Viet Nam Conflict. Bill retired from Spartan Electronics, where he was an Electrical Engineer. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and loved the outdoors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Spring Arbor Church of the Nazarene 8200 King Road Spring Arbor, MI 49283. A celebration of Bill's life will be held at 6:00 pm on July 13, 2018 at Spring Arbor Church of the Nazarene.
Jackson Citizen Patriot, July 8, 2018
20. Robert Glenn Parrott (Albert Asabel3, Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 23 Jun 1920 in Flint, Genesee Co., Michigan and died on 21 Oct 2000 in Clark Co., Nevada, at age 80. {Find A Grave ID: 22938415}
Notes: Robert G. Parrott, 80, of Hurricane, Utah, died Saturday in a local hospital. He was born June 23, 1920, in Flint, Mich. A former Henderson resident from 1964 until 1994, he was a retired sheet metal maintenance worker at the Nevada Test Site, a member of the Silver State Riders and Gold Wing Road Riders.
He is survived by three daughters, Merna Wright of Hurricane, and Mary Patterson and Donna Martinez, both of Henderson; three sons, Paul Parrott of Pahrump, Danny Parrott of Las Vegas and Richard Hess of Henderson; one sister, Myrna Simpkins of Marshall, Mich.; two brothers, Donald Parrott of Jackson, Mich., and William L. Parrot of Parma, Mich.; 19 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
A memorial service will be 3 p.m. Saturday in Palm Mortuary, 800 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson.
The family suggests contributions to the donor's favorite charity.
Las Vegas Sun (NV), October 25, 2000
Robert married Dorothy Christine Reed. Dorothy was born on 12 Apr 1926 in Sterling City, Sterling Co., Texas and died on 24 Mar 1994 in Henderson, Clark Co., Nevada, at age 67.
Children from this marriage were:
38 F i. Merna Ann Parrott was born on 30 Nov 1944 in San Angelo, Tom Green Co., Texas and died on 11 Jul 2024 in Hurricane, Washington Co., Utah, at age 79.
Notes: Merna Ann Parrott Wright was born Nov. 30, 1944, in San Angelo, Texas, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy Parrott. She married Raymond Wright on July 24, 1980, in North Las Vegas, Nevada. They were sealed in the St. George Temple on May 22, 1993. Merna and Ray met on a blind date set up by one of Merna's cousins. After a several-month courtship, Ray proposed on the canal bridge close to the location of their current house.
When it came time to build their house, Ray remembered he had a dishwasher on hand and Merna designed the house plan around the dishwasher. Merna is famous for her energy, organization, and for always being willing and ready to take charge of every situation. With boundless energy she enjoyed crafts, puzzles, and cross stitch. She and Ray helped start an ATV riding club in Southern Utah and have been great citizens of Hurricane for many years.
Merna and Ray owned an upholstery shop. She sold Avon, did accounting work, and was a bank teller She also enjoyed fishing, camping, doing genealogy and spending time with grandchildren, going to zoos, riding trains and going on trips together.
Merna served in many callings as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She and Ray taught the 3-year-old Sunbeams in Primary and Merna spent 15 years as the compassionate service leader in Relief Society helping to plan and serve many, many funeral meals.
Merna is survived by her husband Raymond of Hurricane and daughters Carol Dever of Hurricane and Kathy Caroll of Michiga,n and Raymond's four children he added to their family; Camile Wright, Las Vegas; Robert Wright, Las Vegas,; Christine Meger, Las Vegas; Sully (Diane) Wright, Michigan; 12 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 25, at 2 p.m. at the Hurricane LDS Stake Center located at 675 South 700 West Hurricane, Utah. A viewing will take place on Monday, July 15, from 1-1:45 p.m. at the same location. Interment to follow services at the Hurricane City Cemetery.
https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2024/07/12/merna-ann-parrott-wright/
39 M ii. Danny Reed Parrott was born on 25 Feb 1952 in Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 21 Oct 2001 in Clark Co., Nevada, at age 49.
21. Donald Duane Parrott (Albert Asabel3, Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 23 Jun 1924 in Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 5 Sep 2007 in Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 83.
Notes: PARROTT, DONALD D. - Of Jackson, passed away September 5, 2007 after a lengthy illness, age 83 years. He was the son of Albert and Pearl Parrott, born June 23, 1924 in Jackson, Michigan. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Betty M. Parrott; two children, Jeffrey M. (Cynthia) of Jackson, and Pamela S. Parrott of Houston, Texas; three grandchildren, Shannon, Eric, and Sarah Parrott, all of Jackson; brother, William (Lorraine) Parrott of Parma, MI; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Marshall, Maynard, Robert and Darrell Parrott; sister, Merna Simpkins; and niece, Laura (Parrott) Atherton. Donald was a 1942 graduate of Parma High School and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II from 1943 to 1946. He was a 1956 Jackson Business University graduate. Donald earned a Business Degree from Jackson Community College in 1972 and served as President of the J.C.C. Alumni Association. He earned his Bachelor Degree in Business Administration in 1975 and Masters Degree in Secondary Education in 1977 from Siena Heights. He was employed with Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in various capacities, working six years in France and retiring after 44 years of service. After retiring, he served 12 years as Jackson County Commissioner. He was a charter member and past President of the Jackson Cascades Lions Club, District Governor of Lion's Club from 1989 to 1990, member and past President of Inter-Service Club Council, and Cascades Falls and Sparks Museum Chairman and a member of the Masonic Lodge #50. He received a 32 degree Mason in Paris, France. He was also a 54-year member of First United Methodist Church where he attended faithfully. He spent over 50 years in Scouting and was active in getting the work on Falling Waters Bike Trail started in 1992. Memorial services will be held at the First United Methodist Church on Friday, September 14, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Edward Ross officiating. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, MI Great Lakes Chapter, 107 April Dr., Suite 1, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 or to the Cascades Lions Club P.O. Box 202, Jackson, MI 49204. Friends may view Donald's obituary and send condolences to the family at wetherbyfuneralhome.com www.MLive.com/obits WETHERBY FUNERAL HOME wetherbyfuneralhome.com 517-787-7511
Jackson Citizen Patriot (MI), September 12, 2007
Donald married Betty Marie Thurston. Betty was born on 8 Mar 1928 in Williamsport, Lycoming Co., Pennsylvania and died on 13 Oct 2023 in Jackson, Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 95.
Notes: Betty Marie Parrott, 95, of Jackson, Michigan, peacefully passed away on October 13, 2023. She was born on March 8, 1928, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to the late Maynard E. Thurston and Norma L. Thurston. Betty was a devoted wife, loving mother, and dedicated homemaker.
Betty was an exceptional conversationalist who truly enjoyed connecting with people. She had a warm and welcoming personality that made her a joy to be around. Betty found great fulfillment in her volunteer work, generously giving her time and energy to organizations such as Love Inc., Foote Memorial Hospital, and Meals on Wheels.
Betty was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Jackson, Michigan, where she found solace and strength in her faith. Her involvement in the church community brought her a sense of belonging and purpose.
Betty leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She is survived by her daughter, Pamela Parrott, daughter-in-law, Cynthia Parrott, granddaughter, Shannon Parrott, grandson, Eric Parrott, and many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald D. Parrott, son, Jeffrey Parrott, granddaughter, Sarah Parrott, sister, Helen Keydets, sister, Marjorie Murray, brother, Maynard E. Thurston Jr., and brother, John L. Thurston.
A graveside service will be held on November 7 at 11:00 AM at Campbell Cemetery, located at 11865 Devereaux Road, Parma, Michigan. Contributions in Betty's memory can be made to Campbell Cemetery, with checks payable to John Rogers and sent to 10339 Devereaux Road, Parma, MI 49269.
Betty's warm presence, kind heart, and dedication to her family and community will be deeply missed. May she rest in peace.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/betty-parrott-obituary?id=53373808
The child from this marriage was:
+ 40 M i. Jeffrey Marshall Parrott was born on 13 Mar 1955 in Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 5 Oct 2016 in Johnston Co., North Carolina, at age 61.
23. "Bill" William Laverne Parrott (Albert Asabel3, Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 31 May 1928 in Parma, Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 19 Nov 2022 in Parma, Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 94.
Notes: Laverne William "Bill" Parrott, lifelong resident of Parma, passed away November 19, 2022 age 94 years. Mr. Parrott was the son of Albert and Pearl Parrrott. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Lorraine. Surviving are three children; Jim (Peggy) and their son Ryan (Courtney) Parrott, Diana (John) Midgley and their children, Kelly (Michael) Sheppard, and John (Nicole) Midgley, Brad (Vicki) Parrott and their children, Cory (Melissa) Parrott, and Wendy (Chad) Lowder, 18 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by eight brothers and one sister.
He retired from Tompkins-Johnson after 28 years of service, President of the Campbell Cemetery Association, Member of the Parma Chapter of the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs. He loved playing cards, enjoyed golf and traveling. Mr. Parrott is at the Watson Funeral Chapel in Parma where services will be held Friday November 25, 2022 at 1:00pm, Michael D. Mason officiating, interment Campbell Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Watson Parma Chapel, Friday from 12:00 noon until the time of service. Contributions may be made to the Campbell Cemetery Association 10339 Devereaux Rd. Parma, MI 49269.
https://www.watson-funeral-chapels.com/obituary/LaverneWilliamBill-Parrott
"Bill" married Lorraine Emma Hall. Lorraine was born on 1 Jun 1928 in Albion, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 17 Mar 2015 in Parma, Jackson Co., MIchigan, at age 86.
Notes: Parrott (Hall), Lorraine Emma Of Parma, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at the age of 86. Mrs. Parrott was the daughter of William and Louise (Miller) Richards, born June 1, 1928 in Albion, Michigan. She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Bill Parrott; three children, Jim (Peggy) and their son, Ryan (Courtney) Parrott; Diana (John) Midgley and their children, Kelly (Michael) Sheppard, and John (Nicole) Midgley; Brad (Vicki) Parrott and their children, Cory (Melissa) Parrott, and Wendy (John) Hays; 13 great-grandchildren; brother, Russell (Isabelle) Richards; two sisters, Winnie (Melvin) O'Dell, and Elizabeth (Lowell) Wonus; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Clifford Hall, and Harry Richards; sister, Joyce Richards. Lorraine was a 1946 graduate from Parma High School. She retired from Western Schools after 24 years, where she was a cook, then a librarian. She enjoyed baking cakes for all occasions, especially wedding cakes. Lorraine was a member of the Rebekah Lodge #430, and Past President of District 12 Rebekah Lodge, and also the North Parma United Methodist Church. Lorraine loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed playing bingo, cards, and bowling. She was loved by many and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. A celebration of her life will be held at the Watson Funeral Chapel in Parma, Friday, March 20 at 11:00 A.M., Reverend Melissa Claxton officiating, interment Campbell Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Campbell Cemetery Association or the charity of choice . Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00 4:00 & 6:00 8:00 P.M. and Friday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service. - See more at: http://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/jackson/obituary.aspx?n=lorraine-emma-parrott-hall&pid=174426988&fhid=21027&eid=sp_ommatch&eid=sp_ommatch#sthash.98F3hjBK.dpuf
Jackson Citizen Patriot, March 18, 2015
27. Charles William Parrott Sr. (Shirlie Matthew3, Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 23 Jun 1915 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 1 Dec 1973 in Big Rapids, Mecosta Co., Michigan, at age 58. {Find A Grave ID: 20323451}
Notes: 10-Year-Old Shows Way For Adult Dairy Cow Competitors
MARSHALL - Sometimes it takea a 10-year-old, first-year 4-H member to show the way in the adult dairy cattle ring. <snip>
He was beaten only by Charles W. Parrott of Battle Creek township, whose cow, a four-year-old, was crowned grand champion Holstein. In fact, the Parrott family as a whole won more than their share of blue and purple ribbons. Charles Parrott, Jr., won the 4-H junior showmanship contest, <snip>
The Enquirer and News, 21 Aug 1952, p 26
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Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Farley Funeral Home for Charles W. Parott, 58, of Williamston, formerly of Battle Crreek. He died Saturday in Community Hospital, Big Rapids, after suffering a heart attack. Born in Battle Creek, he was a dairy farmer on Stone Creek Township until 1972, when he purchased another farm in Williamston.
He was honored in 1970 for farm operation by the Michigan Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers Association, of which he was a member. He also was a member and past treasurer and president of the Calhoun County Dairy Herd Improvement Association. He was a board member of the Lansing local of the Michigan Milk Producers Association and a member of the Professional Dairymen's Assocation and the Michigan Farm Bureau. He attended teh Seventhday Baptist Church, Battle Creek.
Surviving are his widow, the former Dorothy J. Davis; son Charles W. Jr. of Olivet; daughters, Mr. Leon L.. (Jeanette) Noel of 5198 W Drive N., Mrs. Robert C. (Barbara J.) Ellis of Portlandville, N.Y., and Miss Margaret Mae Parrott of Salem, W. Va.; eight grandchildren; sisters, Mrs. Ronald E. (Velma) Shilts of Charlotte and Mrs. Howard (Bernita) Spillane of 7350 Council Crest Road.
The Enquirer and News, 03 Dec 1973, p 7A
Charles married Dorothy Jane Davis. Dorothy was born on 4 Jan 1913 in North Loup, Valley Co., Nebraska and died on 2 Feb 1994 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 81. {Find A Grave ID: 20323453} {Find A Grave ID: 20323453}
28. Lloyd Raymond Parrott (Shirlie Matthew3, Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 8 Sep 1919 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 25 Apr 1961 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 41. {Find A Grave ID: 15801384}
Notes: Lloyd Ray Parrott, 41, Dies; Pennfield Fire Volunteer
Lloyd Ray Parrott, 41, long active as a volunteer in the Pennfield Fire Department, the township's rescue squad and in the promotion of safety, died unexpectedly at 7:35 a.m. today from the recurrence of a heart ailment, at his home 11587 O Drive N.
When stricken, Mr. Parrott was about to enter his car to drive to the Oliver Corp. plant where he was chief guard of the plant protection force. He had been hospitalized for two weeks, but had returned to work yesterday.
Memberships Listed
Mr. Parrott was also a member of the Calhoun Fire Fighters Association, a director of the Pennfield Rescue Squad, and the Metropolitan Club and the Oliver Management Club. He held memberships in the Convis Union Methodist Church and the Convis Men's Club. He was a frequent public speaker in safety.
He was born in Battle Creek, Sept. 8, 1919, a son of Sherlie and Maud (Seaman) Parrott, now of 76 Dunning Ave. adn was married here Jan. 14, 1940. His wife, the former Laura Fenn, survives.
Other survivors
Other survivors are four children, Warren A of 9508 Verona Road and Susan L., Jane Marie and Daniel L., all at home; two sisters, Mrs. Howard (Bernita) Spillane of 7350 E Drive N and Mrs. Ronald (Velma) Shilts of Charlotte; and a brother, Charles W. Parrott of Williamston, Mich.
Mr. Parrott was employed by the Easton Mfg. Co. from 1938 until 1943. He then went on a farm, but returned to the Eaton plant as a forman in 1950. He had been with the Oliver Corp. since 1958.
The Battle Creek Enquirer and News, 25 Apr 1961 p 3
Lloyd married Laura Margaret Fenn. Laura was born on 27 Apr 1921 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 5 Sep 2007 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, at age 86. {Find A Grave ID: 66012208} {Find A Grave ID: 66012208}
Marriage Notes: Laura Fenn And Lloyd R. Parrott Will Wed Today
Ferns will be banked against the altar and lighted with white tapers in candelabra to form a setting for the ceremony at 4 o'clock this afternoon in the Covis Union church at which Miss Laura Margaret Fenn, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fenn, of Convis township, will become the bride of Loyd Raymond Parrott, son of Mr. and Mrs. Shirlie Parrott, also of Convis township.
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After the reception the bride and bridegroom will leave for a week's wedding trip. They will be at home January 21, at 356 Cliff street. For traveling the bride will bride will wear a rose dress, rose coat and black accessories.
Miss Fenn was graduated from Battle Creek High school and attended Michigan State College for a year. She is employed by the McKay Laboratories of the National Biscuit company. Mr. Parrott was graduated from Battle Creek High school and is employed by the Wilcox-Rich division of the Eaton Manufacturing company.
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Battle Creek Moon-Journal, 14 Jan 1940, p 8
Notes: Laura Leeser, 86 of Battle Creek died Wednesday, September 5, 2007, at Battle Creek Health System.
She was born in Battle Creek on April 27, 1921, to Warren A. and Elizabeth T. (Huggett) Fenn. Laura was a 1938 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School and attended Michigan State University. In 1965, she graduated from Western Michigan University. She began working in the offices for Pennfield Schools in 1959 and later taught in the Pennfield Elementary Schools for 20 years, until retiring in 1984. After her retirement, she read to the children at Purdy Elementary until last year.
Laura married Lloyd R. Parrott January 14, 1940. She was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd on April 25, 1961; and by an infant grandson, Joseph Lloyd Parrott.
Laura was married to Norman C. Leeser on February 21, 1970. Surviving are her husband, Norman; children, Warren (Donna) Parrott of Dunnville, KY, Susan (Erwin) O'Dell of Marshall, Jane (Richard) Zischke of Livonia, Steven (Brenda) Leeser of Hudsonville, Daniel (Patricia) Parrott of Battle Creek, Jackie (David) Baker of Dowagiac, Terry (Peg) Leeser of Franklin, Tina (Gary) Gruner of Madras, OR; 18 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mary Louise Blades and Elizabeth (Francis) Hiscock both of Pentwater and Sally Bosserd of Marshall.
At the request of the family, friends may call after 6:00 p.m. this evening at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home where they will be received 6:00-8:00 p.m. today and Friday.
Services to celebrate Laura's life will be held at Convis Union United Methodist Church 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 8, 2007.
Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Laura and Norman Leeser Scholarship Fund at Pennfield Schools or Convis Union United Methodist Church. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com
https://www.lifestorynet.com/obituaries/laura-leeser.27792
The child from this marriage was:
+ 41 M i. Warren Allen Parrott Sr. was born on 7 Jul 1940 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 17 Sep 2007 in Dunnville, Casey Co., Kentucky, at age 67.
32. Bruce F. Parrott (Vern E.3, James A.2, Albert1) was born on 5 Dec 1914 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 2 Mar 1978 in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw Co., Michigan, at age 63.
Bruce married Marcella Mae Klein. Marcella was born on 28 Jun 1917 in Michigan and died on 25 Nov 2008 in Birch Run, Saginaw Co., Michigan, at age 91.
Notes: Parrott, Marcella Mae Birch Run, Michigan Marcella Mae Parrott, age 91, of Birch Run died Tuesday, November 25, 2008. Mrs. Parrott was born on June 28, 1917 in Albion to Edward C. and Cora (Westerweller) Klein. She had been employed as the Supervisor in Word Processing at the Southern Michigan Prison in Jackson, retiring in 1979. She had also worked as a dispatcher for the Henryetta and Summit Township Fire Departments. She is preceded in death by her husband Bruce Parrott. She is survived by a son, John B. (Barbara) Parrott of Birch Run, MI; granddaughter, Krystin (Kevin) Rowley of Dayton, OH; step-granddaughters, Amanda Berry of Waterford and Jocinda (Brian) Hirt of Lake Orion; and 8 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by brothers, Edward Klein, Ralph Klein and Donald Klein. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home, Marshall, MI. Memorial contributions to the Marcella Parrott Memorial Fund. Assistance with memorials is available at the funeral home. To leave a personal message please visit kempffuneralhome.com.
Saginaw News (MI), November 27, 2008
The child from this marriage was:
+ 42 M i. John Bruce Parrott was born on 11 Feb 1949 in Jackson, Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 27 Mar 2018 in Saginaw, Saginaw Co., Michigan, at age 69.
Fifth Generation (2nd Great-Grandchildren)
40. Jeffrey Marshall Parrott (Donald Duane4, Albert Asabel3, Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 13 Mar 1955 in Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 5 Oct 2016 in Johnston Co., North Carolina, at age 61.
Notes: Jeffrey Marshall Parrott, 61, of Clayton, N.C., formerly of Jackson, Mich., passed away Oct. 5, 2016. The Jackson native leaves Cindy, his wife of nearly 38 years; son Eric; and daughters Sarah and Shannon and her partner, Bobby McInerny. Jeff was born March 13, 1955, the son of Donald and Betty Parrott. Mrs. Parrott, of Jackson, also survives, as well as a sister, Pam Parrott, of Texas. He also leaves his lifelong best pal, Tom Kelly of Grandville, Mich. He moved to North Carolina with his family in 2007 and was pursuing a history degree at Ashford University. In Michigan, he served on the Somerset Township Police Department and worked for The Commercial Exchange Inc. He was an independent home contractor for many years. A graduate of Jackson Community College and Jackson High School, he was an Eagle Scout and won a Jackson Soap Box Derby. Jeff was adept at construction and remodeling challenges, and loved fly fishing the Au Sable River in Michigan, camping and debating politics. A private service is planned in Parma, Mich. In lieu of flowers, please support the American Diabetes Association .
Jackson Citizen Patriot, Oct. 11, 2016
The child from this marriage was:
43 F i. Sarah Parrott .
41. Warren Allen Parrott Sr. (Lloyd Raymond4, Shirlie Matthew3, Charles Mathew2, Albert1) was born on 7 Jul 1940 in Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan and died on 17 Sep 2007 in Dunnville, Casey Co., Kentucky, at age 67.
Notes: Warren A. Parrott, 67, of Dunnville, Kentucky and formerly of Battle Creek died Monday, September 17, 2007. He was born in Battle Creek on July 7, 1940 the son of Lloyd R. and Laura Parrott.
Warren is survived by his wife, Donna Parrott of Dunnville, Kentucky; his Dad, Norman Leese; 6 children, Dale, Warren Allen Jr., Joseph, Theresa (Terry) Cheistianson, Jennifer Walters and Dawn Brinkley; 10 grandchildren; and 3 brothers and 4 sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd R. Parrott and Laura Leeser and an infant son.
Funeral services were held Thursday, September 20, 2007 in Russell Springs, Kentucky. Personal Messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com.
Battle Creek Enquirer, 27 Sep 2007, p 4
The child from this marriage was:
44 M i. Joseph Lloyd Parrott was born on 1 Oct 1965 in Michigan and died on 10 Jan 1966 in Michigan.
42. John Bruce Parrott (Bruce F.4, Vern E.3, James A.2, Albert1) was born on 11 Feb 1949 in Jackson, Jackson Co., MIchigan and died on 27 Mar 2018 in Saginaw, Saginaw Co., Michigan, at age 69.
Notes: John passed away following a brief illness on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at Covenant Medical Center-Cooper. Age 69 years. He was born on February 11, 1949, in Jackson, Michigan, to the late Bruce and Marcella Mae (Klein) Parrott. John served in the U. S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was married to Barbara L. Almy on September 11, 1993, in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She survives him.
Prior to his retirement, John served as Fire Chief for the Buena Vista Fire Department. His life in fire service began at birth as his father was in the fire service as well. John had worked in the Michigan communities of Kentwood, Three Rivers, Egleston, Cascade Township, and Rochester Hills. He was on numerous boards within the Fire Chiefs Associations. He was an instructor in fire service for Delta College, as well as the University of Michigan. He had many articles published in several fire prevention magazines. He also loved teaching and working with Mobile Medical Response after his fire department days were done. One of his later passions was working with many dog rescue groups in Michigan. He loved his fur babies. John also had a passion for amateur radio and was known to many as W8JP
Surviving besides his wife, Barb, are their children, Krystin (Kevin) Rowley, of Melbourne, FL, Amanda Himmelspach and Berry (Jim Showalter), of Waterford, MI, Jocinda (Brian) Hirt, of Lake Orion, MI; grandchildren, Emma, Berry, Quinn, Kasey, and Elliott Hirt, and Meghan, Jenna, Kenneth, Clare, Allison, Jack, and Fulton Rowley.
Cremation has taken place. Please save the date of Saturday, September 8, 2018, for the Celebration of John's Life. The time and place will be announced later. Memories and sympathies of John may be shared with the family on his memorial website at WakemanFuneralHome.com
http://www.wakemanfuneralhome.com/obituaries/John-Parrott-2/#!/Obituary
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