1. John W. Parrott, son of Katherine, was born on 25 Sep 1821 in Rockingham Co., North Carolina and died on 28 Jan 1902 in Gordon Co., Georgia, at age 80.
Notes: http://cdm.sos.state.ga.us/cdm4/document.php?CISOROOT=/TestApps&CISOPTR=239722&REC=5) for copy of his CSA pension application
Was a fortunate drawer in the Cherokee Lottery.
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Two - possibilities
1) Was an undocumented elder son of William and Elizabeth Johnson Parrott
2) Riland Parrott had an undocumented 1st marriage and John W was his son.
John married Ann W. McLean on 21 Jul 1843 in Robeson Co., North Carolina. Ann was born in 1823 in Robeson Co., North Carolina and died in Gordon Co., Georgia.
Children from this marriage were:
+ 2 M i. Hamilton S. Parrott was born on 25 Sep 1846 in Curryville, Cass Co., Georgia, died on 28 Dec 1888 in Plainville, Gordon Co., Georgia, at age 42, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 65155627.
+ 3 M ii. John Marshall Parrott was born on 24 Aug 1849 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 17 Oct 1933 in Dekalb Co., Alabama, at age 84.
+ 4 M iii. Jesse Bradford Parrott was born on 27 Apr 1856 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 11 Feb 1936 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 79.
5 F iv. Georgia A. Parrott was born in Sep 1858 in Georgia and died on 28 Dec 1917 in Fayetteville, Washington Co., Arkansas, at age 59.
Georgia married James W. Bishop. James was born in Jun 1857 in Georgia.
John next married Malissa Ellis on 10 Jun 1866 in Gordon Co., Georgia. Malissa was born on 28 Feb 1822 in Georgia and died on 8 Nov 1907 in Gordon Co., Georgia, at age 85.
Second Generation (Children)
2. Hamilton S. Parrott (John W.1) was born on 25 Sep 1846 in Curryville, Cass Co., Georgia, died on 28 Dec 1888 in Plainville, Gordon Co., Georgia, at age 42, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 65155627. Another name for Hamilton was Hamilton Monroe.
Hamilton married Mary Ann Bumgarner. Mary was born on 12 Feb 1843 in Gordon Co., Georgia, died on 3 Feb 1923 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma, at age 79, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 60726509.
Children from this marriage were:
+ 6 M i. Monroe Lee Parrott was born in Jul 1868 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 28 Jan 1944 in Tecumseh, Pottawatomie Co., Oklahoma, at age 75.
7 F ii. Mary Ellen Parrott was born in Nov 1869 in Gordon Co., Georgia.
+ 8 M iii. James Marion Parrott was born in 1875 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died in 1937 in Kingston, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 62.
9 F iv. Ella Melissa Parrott was born on 11 Mar 1875 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 28 Jan 1964 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma, at age 88.
Ella married Joseph Thomas Treadaway on 3 Dec 1893 in Gordon Co., Georgia. Joseph was born on 27 Sep 1872 in Georgia and died on 8 Dec 1930 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma, at age 58.
+ 10 M v. Joseph Wilson Parrott was born on 27 Oct 1878 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 17 Jan 1924 in Georgia, at age 45.
11 F vi. Dora (Mattie Aldora) Parrott was born on 27 Nov 1882 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 23 Jun 1958 in Gordon Co., Georgia, at age 75.
Dora married James Asbury Fuller on 13 Dec 1903 in Gordon Co., Georgia. James was born on 15 Oct 1885 in Georgia and died on 23 Oct 1980 in Calhoun, Gordon Co., Georgia, at age 95.
+ 12 M vii. Edgar Clifford Parrott was born on 15 Nov 1884 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died in Mar 1970 in Longview, Gregg Co., Texas, at age 85.
3. John Marshall Parrott (John W.1) was born on 24 Aug 1849 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 17 Oct 1933 in Dekalb Co., Alabama, at age 84.
John married Irena I. Smith. Irena was born in 1852 in Georgia.
Children from this marriage were:
13 F i. Ida Lillian Parrott was born in Feb 1875 in Floyd Co., Georgia and died on 29 Dec 1931 in Rome, Floyd Co., Georgia, at age 56.
Ida married Oscar Hamilton Tolbert on 26 Nov 1901 in Floyd Co., Georgia. Oscar was born on 24 Dec 1873 in Cherokee Co., Georgia and died on 5 Feb 1937 in Floyd Co., Georgia, at age 63.
Notes: O.H. Tolbert
ROME, Ga., Feb. 8.- Services were held Sunday at the Fifth Avenue Baptist church here for O.H. Tolbert, 64, who died Friday in a Rome hospital, following several months' ill health. The Rev. H.E. Wright officiated and interment was in East View Memorial cemetery.
Mr. Tolbert, born in Cherokee county, Georgia, December 24, 1872, had lived here most of his life. He was a member of the Baptist Church.
Surviving him are his widow; five sons, C.B. and G.B. Tolbert, of Rome; Mack, Jeff and Bill Tolbrt, of Danbury, Conn.; four daughters, Mrs. Zona Dempsey and Mrs. Mabel Spain of Rome; Mrs. Carrie DeMait, of Danbury, Conn., and Mrs. W.T. Golightly, of Anniston, Ala.; three sisters, Mrs. Emma Gentry, Mrs. Tom Ferguson, of Anniston, and Mrs. Lou Ferguson, of Calhoun, Ga.; and three brothers, Will, Walter and Obey Tolbert, all of Rome.
The Atlanta Constitution, 9 Feb 1937, p 8
+ 14 M ii. Walter Wilson Parrott was born on 24 Sep 1877 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 17 Feb 1934 in Crossville, Dekalb Co., Alabama, at age 56.
John next married Frances Ann Hidell on 3 Apr 1887 in Gordon Co., Georgia. Frances was born on 11 Mar 1864 in Georgia and died on 6 Oct 1893, at age 29.
The child from this marriage was:
15 F i. Bessie Lee Parrott was born on 23 Nov 1892 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 21 Sep 1924 in Floyd Co., Georgia, at age 31.
Bessie married William Scott Green on 17 May 1925 in Cherokee Co., Alabama. William was born on 26 Jun 1885 in Georgia and died on 27 Feb 1964 in Floyd Co., Georgia, at age 78.
4. Jesse Bradford Parrott (John W.1) was born on 27 Apr 1856 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 11 Feb 1936 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 79.
Jesse married Martha Alice Richards, daughter of Jasper M. Richards Richards, on 15 Feb 1885 in Polk Co., Georgia. Martha was born on 14 Aug 1861 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 8 Aug 1943 in Georgia, at age 81.
Children from this marriage were:
+ 16 M i. James Marvin Parrott was born on 25 Mar 1886 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 24 Dec 1963 in Harris Co., Texas, at age 77.
+ 17 M ii. Cecil Strathmore Parrott Sr. was born on 23 Jan 1888 in Plainville, Gordon Co., Georgia, died on 10 Jun 1974 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 86, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 42409797.
+ 18 M iii. Valvard Deforest Parrott Sr. was born on 17 Mar 1890 in Planville, Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 28 Dec 1978 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 88.
+ 19 M iv. Robert Richard Parrott was born on 24 Jun 1899 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 21 Jul 1969 in Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 70.
20 F v. Mary Ruth Parrott was born on 3 Dec 1901 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 2 Jul 1986 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 84.
Mary married John Cornelius Burns on 24 Dec 1919 in Whitfield Co., Georgia. John was born on 6 Jun 1889 in Sugar Valley, Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 7 Jul 1972 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 83.
+ 21 M vi. Frank Hudson Parrott Sr. was born on 8 Oct 1903 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 12 Aug 1970 in Blythe, Riverside Co., California, at age 66.
+ 22 M vii. Thomas M. Parrott was born on 13 Oct 1906 in Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 20 Oct 1982 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 76.
Third Generation (Grandchildren)
6. Monroe Lee Parrott (Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born in Jul 1868 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 28 Jan 1944 in Tecumseh, Pottawatomie Co., Oklahoma, at age 75. {FGID: 57731108}
Notes: Old Settler Of Seminole Is Dead At The Age Of 78
Monroe Lee Parrott, 78, pioneer citizen of Seminole county, died shortly before noon today at his home in Tecumseh.
Parrott was the father of Mrs. Gracie Hoffman of the Maude Enterprise.
Parrott is one of the old timers of Seminole county, having served as a county commissioner from seminole for eight years. He was a member of Masonic Lodge.
Funeral services are incomplete pending arrival of relatives from California.
The Seminole Producer, 20 Jan 1944, p 1
Monroe married Bertha Caledona Fuller on 20 Jan 1890 in Gordon Co., Georgia. Bertha was born on 4 Jun 1872 in Calhoun, Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 25 May 1946 in Tecumseh, Pottawatomie Co., Oklahoma, at age 73. Another name for Bertha was Dona. {FGID: 57731125}
Notes: Former Seminole Woman's Services Will Be Monday
Mrs. Bertha Caledona Parrott, 73, widow of the late M.L. Parrott, former Seminole district commissioner, died in Tecumseh at 1:20 p.m. Saturday. She had been in ill health the last two years and was confined to bed the last five weeks.
Last rites for the former city matron will be held Monday afternoon in the Tecumseh Methodist church, with the Cooper funeral home of Tecumseh in charge of arrangements. Burial will be in Maple Grove cemetery, Seminole.
Mrs. Parrott was born in Calhoun, Ga., June 4, 1872, and was married to Mr. Parrott Jan. 20, 1890. To that union was born three children, three of whom survive.
Mr. and Mrs. Parrott moved to Oklahoma from Texas in 1910 and established a home in Seminole. He died January 20, 1944, on the couple's 54th wedding anniversary.
Survivors of the pioneer county woman include the three children, Arthur Parrott, Earlimart, Calif., Doyle Parrott, Chelan, Wash., and Mrs. Anna Mae "Gracie" Hoffman, editor of the Maud Enterprise, Maud, 11 grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
The Seminole Producer, 20 May 1946, p 1
Children from this marriage were:
+ 23 M i. Arthur Hamilton Parrott was born on 7 Apr 1892 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 8 Dec 1968 in Delano, Kern Co., California, at age 76.
+ 24 M ii. Doyl Gordon Parrott Sr. was born on 1 Nov 1899 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 14 Aug 1973 in Merced Co., California, at age 73.
25 F iii. Anna Mae Parrott was born on 17 Jun 1903 in Rome, Floyd Co., Georgia and died on 19 May 1991 in Oklahoma, at age 87.
Anna married John Warren Hoffman on 22 Jul 1922 in Pontotoc Co., Oklahoma. John was born on 16 Jan 1902 in Dallas Co., Texas and died on 8 Feb 1988 in Texas, at age 86.
8. James Marion Parrott (Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born in 1875 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died in 1937 in Kingston, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 62. {FGID: 139260741}
Notes: WOODFORD MAN PASSES AWAY
Funeral Services for James Marion Parrott Held at Kingston.
Funeral services for James Marion Parrott, 66, Southern Oklahoma resident for a number of years who died at his home at Woodford Thursday after a six-weeks' illness, were held at the First Baptist church at Kingston at 3 o'clock Friday afternoon, conducted by the Rev. Mr. McPhetridge, Arp, Texas, minister. Burial with Bettes Funeral home of Ardmore in charge of arrangments, was in the Kingston cemetery.
Parrott is survived by his widow, the former Miss California Johnson to whom he was married in1896; two sons, Paul and Richard Parrott, Arp, Texas; two brothers, M.L. Parrott, Tecumseh, and Clifford Parrott, Bowlegs; and two sisters, Mrs. Ella Treadway, Bowlegs, and Mrs. Dora Fuller, Curreyville, Ga.
Parrott had lived at Woodford the last four years, moving to Woodford from Healdton where he had lived for 15 years. He was a member of the Baptist church and formerly a member in fraternal organizations. Mr. and Mrs. Parrott were married in Calhoun, Ga.
The Daily Ardmoreite, 24 Jun 1938, p 3
James married California Johnson on 28 Feb 1897 in Calhoun, Gordon Co., Georgia. California was born in Jul 1877 in Georgia, died in 1950 in Kingston, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 73, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 139260686. {FGID: 139260686}
Children from this marriage were:
+ 26 M i. Paul Parrott was born on 27 Nov 1897 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 22 Jul 1981 in Madill, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 83.
+ 27 M ii. Richard C. Parrott was born on 26 Aug 1900 in Georgia, died on 3 Sep 1968 in Kingston, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 68, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 139260798.
10. Joseph Wilson Parrott (Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 27 Oct 1878 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 17 Jan 1924 in Georgia, at age 45. {FGID: 73512961}
Joseph married Carrie Ida Sutherland on 26 May 1901 in Gordon Co., Georgia. Carrie was born on 23 Nov 1876 in North Carolina and died on 18 Feb 1947 in Dade Co., Florida, at age 70. {FGID: 73512991}
Children from this marriage were:
28 F i. Kathleen Parrott was born on 23 May 1902 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 18 Sep 1976 in Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida, at age 74. {FGID: 187316824}
Kathleen married Garrett Venzent Cannon. Garrett was born on 17 Oct 1904 in Levy Co., Florida and died on 25 Sep 1951 in Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida, at age 46. {FGID: 139034311}
29 M ii. Harold Steven Parrott was born on 16 Sep 1908 in Calhoun, Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 27 May 1955 in Big Spring, Howard Co., Texas, at age 46. {FGID: 172987120}
Harold married Dorotha Geneva Reynolds. Dorotha was born on 3 Sep 1914 in Alabama and died on 4 Dec 1960 in Dallas, Dallas Co., Texas, at age 46. {FGID: 214146320}
+ 30 M iii. Max Orr Parrott was born on 1 Sep 1915 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 13 Jan 1981 in Dallas, Dallas Co., Texas, at age 65.
12. Edgar Clifford Parrott (Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 15 Nov 1884 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died in Mar 1970 in Longview, Gregg Co., Texas, at age 85.
Edgar married Aurora Abbott on 31 Jan 1909 in Gordon Co., Georgia. Aurora was born on 28 Oct 1887 in Georgia and died on 1 Jun 1957 in Longview, Gregg Co., Texas, at age 69.
Notes: Services Today For Mrs. Parrott At Bowlegs Church
Services were scheduled at 3:30 p.m. today at the Bowlegs Methodist church for Mrs. Aurora Parrott, 69, longtime Bowlegs resident who died Saturday at the home of a daughter in Longview, Tex.
Mrs. Parrott is survived by her husband, Edgar Clifford Parrott, a son, Edgar Parrott, Kosciuscko, Miss.; a daughter, Mrs. Ruby Higgins, Longview, Tex.; five brothers, Watson Abbott, Bakersfield, Calif., Dale Abbott and Robert Abbott, both of Calhoun, Ga., and Felix Abbott, Ettowah, Tenn.; a sister, Mrs. B.B. Floyd, Sallisaw, five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Services underthe direction of Gibson Funeral Home, will be conducted by Rev. Jim Sanders. Burial will be in Maple Grove cemetery.
Mrs. Parrott was born Oct. 28 1887, in Gordon county, Ga. She had been a member of the Methodist church since early childhood.
Bearers will include Roy Hortono, Bently Cox, Harry Weaver, Pete Duncan, Tommie Higgins and Gary Parrott. Honorary bearers will be Eugene Northcott, Frank Virden, W.R. Horton, Lewis Johnson, Henry Dunn and Claude Cox.
The Seminole Producer, 03 Jun 1957, p 2
Children from this marriage were:
31 F i. Ruby Parrott was born on 10 May 1911 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 21 Jun 1991 in Longview, Gregg Co., Texas, at age 80.
Ruby next married Bryan Mason Higgins on 29 Aug 1941 in Erie Co., Ohio. Bryan was born on 29 Oct 1904 in Oklahoma and died on 14 May 1975 in Longview, Gregg Co., Texas, at age 70. {FGID: 84258589}
Marriage Notes: MARRIAGE LICENSES
Bryan M. Higgins, 31, Rye Beach, bricklayer and Ruby Parrott, 30, Rye Beach, at home.
The Sandusky Register-Star-News, 30 Aug 1941, p 1
+ 32 M ii. Edgar Felix Parrott was born on 7 Oct 1915 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 7 May 1980 in Kosciusko, Attala Co., Mississippi, at age 64.
14. Walter Wilson Parrott (John Marshall2, John W.1) was born on 24 Sep 1877 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 17 Feb 1934 in Crossville, Dekalb Co., Alabama, at age 56. {FGID: 102247355}
Walter married Lizzie Belle Roper on 27 Dec 1903 in Adamsville, Jefferson Co., Alabama. Lizzie was born on 5 Jul 1885 in Georgia and died on 3 Nov 1982 in Scottsboro, Jackson Co., Alabama, at age 97.
Children from this marriage were:
33 F i. Eunice I. Parrott was born on 23 Dec 1904 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died in Feb 1993 in Jackson Co., Alabama, at age 88. {FGID: 62348309}
Eunice married Lloyd Garrison Heaton on 8 May 1927 in Dekalb Co., Alabama. Lloyd was born on 24 Sep 1902 in Birmingham, Jefferson Co., Alabama and died in May 1979 in Jackson Co., Alabama, at age 76. {FGID: 62348310}
34 F ii. Georgia Lorena Parrott was born on 6 Mar 1907 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 31 Jan 1988 in Marshall Co., Alabama, at age 80.
Georgia married Clyde Martin Keener on 6 Oct 1928 in Dekalb Co., Alabama. Clyde was born on 10 Mar 1907 in Collinsville, Dekalb Co., Alabama and died in 1993 in Marshall Co., Alabama, at age 86.
35 F iii. Meldrige Parrott was born in 1909 in Dekalb Co., Alabama.
36 F iv. Vera I. Parrott was born on 24 Aug 1911 in Dekalb Co., Alabama and died on 22 Nov 2008 in Auburn, Lee Co., Alabama, at age 97. {FGID: 62348311}
Notes: Vera Parrott Heaton, 97, of Auburn, and formerly of Scottsboro, died Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008, at Camellia Place in Auburn.
Graveside services were Monday, Nov. 24, at 11 a.m. at Marshall Memory Gardens in Albertville with the Rev. Jeff Hall officiating and Marshall Memorial Funeral Home directing.
Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law, John Lawson and Marcine Parrot, of Auburn; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Sand Mountain Reporter, November 25, 2008
Vera married Albert Henry Heaton on 13 Sep 1935 in Birmingham, Jefferson Co., Alabama. Albert was born on 29 Aug 1904 in Birmingham, Jefferson Co., Alabama and died in Oct 1985, at age 81. {FGID: 62348308}
+ 37 M v. Foy Willis Parrott was born on 6 Mar 1915 in Dekalb Co., Alabama and died on 18 May 1981 in Dekalb Co., Alabama, at age 66.
38 F vi. Evelyn Jeanette Parrott was born on 4 Sep 1917 in Geraldine, Dekalb Co., Alabama and died on 29 Jan 2004 in Marshall Co., Alabama, at age 86.
Evelyn married Roy George Selby on 8 Aug 1942 in Jackson Co., Alabama. Roy was born on 25 Dec 1922 in Larkinsville, Jackson Co., Alabama and died on 12 Jan 1991 in Madison Co., Alabama, at age 68.
+ 39 M vii. John Lawson Parrott was born on 3 May 1924 in Geraldine, Dekalb Co., Alabama and died on 5 Jun 2011 in Auburn, Lee Co., Alabama, at age 87.
16. James Marvin Parrott (Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 25 Mar 1886 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 24 Dec 1963 in Harris Co., Texas, at age 77. {FGID: 108479360}
James married Jennie Bell Norris on 24 Dec 1909 in Whitfield Co., Georgia. Jennie was born on 19 Nov 1886 in Georgia and died on 2 Jan 1925 in Columbus, Muscogee Co., Georgia, at age 38. {FGID: 16267072}
Children from this marriage were:
40 F i. Nettie Parrott was born on 24 Apr 1911 in Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 29 Apr 1984 in Solano Co., California, at age 73.
Nettie married Maple R. Ingram. Maple was born on 15 Sep 1908 in Alabama and died in Aug 1969, at age 60.
Nettie next married Claude W. Moore. Claude was born on 18 Dec 1906 in Arizona and died on 13 Aug 1970 in San Francisco, San Francisco Co., California, at age 63.
41 F ii. Genevieve Lucile Parrott was born on 1 Nov 1913 in Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 7 Nov 1995 in Tennessee, at age 82.
Genevieve married Leonard B. Crantford Jr. on 29 May 1937 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee. Leonard was born on 17 Apr 1915 in Alabama and died on 31 May 1987 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 72. {FGID: 54942914}
Marriage Notes: Miss Parrott, Mr. Crantford to Wed
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Plans Are Announced for Nuptials May 29.
Mr. and Mrs. V.D. Keith announce the engagement of Mrs. Keith's niece, Miss Genevieve Lucile Parrott, to Leonard B. Crantford, Jr. The wedding will be an event of May 29, taking place at the East Lake Baptist Church with Mr. Crantford's father, the Rev. Leonard B. Crantford, Sr., pastor, officiating.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Marvin Parrott of Columbus, GA. She is the sister of Mrs. Maple Ingram of Columbus, Ga.; Miss Mabel Parrott of this city and Norris Parrott of Savannah, GA. Miss Parrott is a graduate of the Columbus (Ga.) Industrial High School. She has made her home here with Mr. and Mrs. Keith for the past six years. Miss Parrott is connected with the Volunteer Theater.
Mr. Crantford is the son of the Rev. Leonard B. Crantford, Sr., and Mrs. Crantford of East Lake. Cary Crantford of this city is his brother. He received his preparatory education in the schools of Atlanta, Ga., and attended the South Georgia
State College, Douglass. Mr. Crantford is connected with the Tennessee Electric Power Company.
The Chattanooga News, 17 Apr 1937, p 12
+ 42 M iii. Jesse Norris Parrott was born on 12 Mar 1916 in Williamson, Pike Co., Georgia and died on 18 Aug 1970, at age 54.
43 F iv. Mable Louise Parrott was born on 4 Mar 1924 in Columbus, Muscogee Co., Georgia and died on 7 Jan 2002 in Columbus, Lowndes Co., Mississippi, at age 77. {FGID: 43870439}
Notes: Columbus
Mable Parrott Fleming, 77, a retired co-business owner died Monday, January 7, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital, Golden Triangle in Columbus. Services are at 11 a.m. today at First Baptist Church in Columbus with burial in Friendship Cemetery. Memorial Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
The Clarion-Ledger (Jackson MS) 09 Jan 2002, p 4B
Mable married Carrol Roy Fleming Sr. on 23 Dec 1943 in Columbus, Muscogee Co., Georgia. Carrol was born on 23 Dec 1916 in Grove Hill, Clarke Co., Alabama and died on 4 Jul 1994 in Bastrop, Morehouse Co., Louisiana, at age 77. {FGID: 43870432}
Marriage Notes: Jackson friends will be interested to learn the marriage of Miss Mabel Parrott of Columbus, Ga., to Capt. Carrol Roy Fleming, of Jackson, which took place at the residence of the bride's uncle in Columbus, Ga., on Thursday, December 23, 1943, the ceremony being performed by Rev. J.R. Reid, Presbyterian minister of that city.
Capt. and Mrs. Fleming left for Cattanooga, Tenn., for a short wedding trip and expect to come to come to Jackson to the last of this week to visit relatives before returning to Camp Stewart, Ga. - The South Alabamian.
The Clarke County Democrat (Grove Hill AL), 06 Jan 1944, p 3
James next married Daria Birdie Jones Stanley English in 1942 in Baker Co., Florida. Daria was born on 18 Feb 1886 in Tennessee and died on 4 Aug 1967 in Houston, Harris Co., Texas, at age 81. {FGID: 108484306}
17. Cecil Strathmore Parrott Sr. (Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 23 Jan 1888 in Plainville, Gordon Co., Georgia, died on 10 Jun 1974 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 86, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 42409797.
Cecil married Ella T. Bowman on 16 Jul 1911 in Whitfield Co., Georgia. Ella was born on 7 Mar 1891 in Georgia, died on 9 Jan 1973 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 81, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 42409883.
Children from this marriage were:
+ 44 M i. Vance DeForrest Parrott was born on 4 Jul 1912 in Resaca, Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 25 Jun 1999 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 86.
+ 45 M ii. Joseph Henry Parrott Sr. was born on 9 Oct 1914 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, died on 10 Jan 1991 in Tennesee, at age 76, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 149462672.
46 F iii. Jessie Mae Parrott was born in 1917 in Whitfield Co., Georgia.
47 M iv. Loy Wade Parrott was born on 4 Mar 1918 in Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 28 Jun 1991 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 73.
48 F v. Hazel Parrott was born in 1920 in Whitfield Co., Georgia.
+ 49 M vi. Cecil Strathmore Parrott Jr. was born on 15 Aug 1922 in Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 23 May 2010 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 87.
18. Valvard Deforest Parrott Sr. (Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 17 Mar 1890 in Planville, Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 28 Dec 1978 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 88.
Valvard married Loraine Edwards on 27 Dec 1914 in Fulton Co., Georgia. Loraine was born on 22 Oct 1891 in Georgia and died on 13 Feb 1984 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 92.
The child from this marriage was:
+ 50 M i. Valvard D. Parrott Jr. was born on 12 Dec 1915 in Williamson, Pike Co., Georgia and died on 7 Jan 2010 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 94.
19. Robert Richard Parrott (Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 24 Jun 1899 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 21 Jul 1969 in Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 70. Another name for Robert was Richard Carlton Parrott. {FGID: 106102659}
Notes: RICHARD CARLTON PARROTT, 71, of 2926 Old Steele Creek Road died Monday in a local hospital. Funeral 2 p.m. today at the Hankins and Wittington Funeral Chapel. Survivors: wife; sons Harry Parrott, J.D. Parrott, James W. Parrott, all of Atlanta, Ga.; daughters, Mrs. Inell Warr of College Park, Ga., Mrs. Virginia Quinton of Federalsburg, Md.
The Charlotte Observer, 23 Jul 1969, p 7C
Robert married Mollie Edith Parrott. Mollie was born on 25 Mar 1902 in Georgia and died on 7 Dec 1975 in Smyrna, Cobb Co, , Georgia, at age 73. Another name for Mollie was Mary Edith Smith. {FGID: 11145359}
Notes: PARROTT
Mrs. Mollie Edith, 106 Chrysler St., Smyrna, died Dec. 7. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 1 p.m., from Sharon Baptist Chruch, Smyrna, with Rev. J.T. McHan officiating, interment, Melwood. Remains will be placed in state at 12 p.m. Survivors include 2 daughers, Mrs. Inell P. Warr, College Park; Mrs. Virginia Quinton, Federalsburg, Md., 3 sons, William Harry Parrott, Dublin; J.B. Parrott, Marrietta; James W. Parrott, Clearwater, Fla., 22 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. Castellaw Funeral Home, 435-9038.
The Atlanta Constitution, 08 Dec 1975, p 6C
Children from this marriage were:
+ 51 M i. William Harry Parrott was born on 4 Jul 1919 in Hall Co., Georgia and died on 14 Jul 1976 in Bridgeton, St. Louis Co., Missouri, at age 57.
52 F ii. Alice Inell Parrott was born on 18 Dec 1921 in Gainessville, Hall Co., Georgia and died on 11 Dec 2006 in Atlanta, Fulton Co., Atlanta, at age 84. {FGID: 202578690}
Notes: Alice Inell Parrott Warr, 84, of College Park, passed away on December 11, 2006 following a long battle with breast cancer. Her strength, love, respect and kindness were qualities that will be missed by all who knew her. She was a member of Jefferson Avenue Baptist Church, The Order of Eastern Star, College Park Historical Society and a dedicated volunteer at St John's Bargain Shop and the South Fulton Medical Center Auxilliary for over 20 years. Inell worked at Cluett-Peabody for over 30 years before beginning her second career of helping others. She was a true gift to all who knew her and will be forever remembered in the hearts of her family and friends. Inell is survived by her loving husband of 65 years Eugene Francis Warr; three children, Cynthia & Donnie Hale, Douglas & Karrieann Warr and Kimberly Warr Duncan; three grandchildren, Chelsea Rambo, Glen Hale and Chris & Shae Hale; three great grandchildren, Mandy Lynn Hale, Nathan Warren Hale and Mary Elizabeth (Emmie) Hale; one treasured sister, Virginia & Cody Quinton; two brothers, James Parrott and J.B. Parrott; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, December 15th in our chapel with Rev. Ray Kuykendall officiating. Interment, Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2970 Clairmont Rd, Suite 840, Atlanta, GA 30329. The visitation will be Thursday evening from 5 until 8 at Donehoo-Lewis Funeral Home, Hapeville. 404-761-2171. www.donehoo-lewisfuneralhome.com
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Dec. 14, 2006, D11
Alice married Eugene Francis Warr. Eugene was born on 21 Jun 1921 and died on 28 Mar 2013 in Hapeville, Fulton Co., GA, at age 91.
Notes: Eugene F. Warr, 91, of College Prak, died Thursday, March 28, 2012. Mr. Warr was a Navy Veteran, having served aboard the U.S.S. Lanier, and was a member of College Park Lodge #50 F&AM. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Alice Inell Parrott Warr, and is survived by his children, Douglas & Karrieann Warr, Cynthia & Donnie Hale, and Kimberly Duncan; grandchildren, Chelsea Rambo, Glen Hale & Tonya Smith, Chris & Shae Hale; great grandchildren, Mandie Lynn Hale, Nathan Warren Hale, and Mary Elizabeth "Emmie" Hale. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 01 in our chapel with Rev. Ray Kuykendall officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the service hour at Donehoo-Lewis Funeral Home, Hapeville. 404-761-2171
+ 53 M iii. Jerry B. Parrott was born on 11 Mar 1924 in Gainesville, Hall Co., Georgia and died on 10 May 2014 in Georgia, at age 90.
+ 54 M iv. James Walker Parrott was born on 4 Jul 1925 in Porterdale, Newton Co., Georgia and died on 10 Nov 2016 in Trinity, Pasco Co., Florida, at age 91.
55 F v. Virginia Louise Parrott was born on 24 Aug 1931 in Lincoln Co., North Carolina and died on 8 Jan 2020, at age 88. {FGID: 222266548}
Virginia married John Cody Quinton. John was born on 17 Sep 1930 in South Carolina and died on 6 Mar 2014 in Easton, Talbot Co., Maryland, at age 83. {FGID: 131418335}
Notes: EASTON, MD \emdash John Cody Quinton Jr., 83, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2014 at the University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton.
He was born on September 17, 1930 and was the son of the late J. Cody Quinton Sr. and Mae Quinton.
Cody is survived by his wife of sixty years, Virginia P. Quinton of Federalsburg; two sons, J. Cody Quinton III and his wife Dawn and James M. Quinton Sr. and his wife Dena along with five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a daughter, Marsha Diana (Quinton) Mende.
Cody worked at Preston Trucking Company as Senior Vice President and was President of Pioneer Transportation. He was honorably discharged from the Navy and served as Commander of American Legion Post #243 in Hurlock for ten years and also worked with the American Legion Northeast District Commander.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at 2 p.m. at the Zeller Funeral Home in East New Market where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Rev. Denzil Cheek will officiate.
A private interment will be held at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to American Legion Boys State, c/o Frank Fraley, P.O. Box 7, Hurlock MD 21643 or to American Diabetes Association, 3120 Timanus Lane, Windsor Mill, MD 21244.
The Star-Democrat, 19 Mar 2014, p A8
21. Frank Hudson Parrott Sr. (Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 8 Oct 1903 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 12 Aug 1970 in Blythe, Riverside Co., California, at age 66.
Frank married Ione Puryear. The marriage ended in divorce in Jun 1962. Ione was born on 17 Sep 1900 in Georgia and died on 17 Jan 1978 in La Fayette, Walker Co., Georgia, at age 77.
Children from this marriage were:
56 F i. Mary Elizabeth Parrott was born on 25 Feb 1926 in Tennessee.
57 M ii. James Kenneth Parrott was born on 4 Apr 1933 in Georgia and died on 10 Nov 1937 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 4. {FGID: 35223796}
Notes: PARROTT - JAMES KENNETH, 4, died at 9:30 o'clock last night at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. F.H. Parrott, on Miller street. Surviving are his parents, a sister, Mary Elizabeth Parrott, and grandparents, Mrs. J.B. Parrott of Chattanooga, and Mr. and Mrs. S.W. Puryear, of La Fayette, Ga. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by J. Avery Bryan company.
Chattanooga Daily Times, 11 Nov 1937, p 7
+ 58 M iii. Frank Hudson Parrott Jr. was born on 12 Oct 1938 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee and died on 6 Oct 1997 in Waynesboro, Franklin Co., Pennsylvania, at age 58.
22. Thomas M. Parrott (Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 13 Oct 1906 in Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 20 Oct 1982 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 76. {FGID: 64124604}
Thomas married Leastie E. Newberry. Leastie was born on 21 Mar 1908 in Georgia and died on 12 Mar 1973 in Dekalb Co., Georgia, at age 64. {FGID: 64124580}
Children from this marriage were:
+ 59 M i. William Thomas Parrott was born on 11 Aug 1931 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 31 Oct 1993 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 62.
60 M ii. Jackie Berry Parrott was born on 13 Jul 1936 in Georgia and died on 19 Jan 1939 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 2.
Fourth Generation (Great-Grandchildren)
23. Arthur Hamilton Parrott (Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 7 Apr 1892 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 8 Dec 1968 in Delano, Kern Co., California, at age 76. {FGID: 26958558}
Notes: DELANO - Funeral services for Arthur Hamilton Parrott, 76, of Earlimart, will be held tomorrow at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of the Parkview Mortuary and interment will be in the Tipton-Pixley District Cemetery. He was a native of Calhoun, Ga., and had lived in Earlimart for 25 years. Prior to his retirement, he had worked as a labor contractor. He died in a local hospital Sunday.
He is survived by his widow, Myrtle of Earlimart; four sons, Ralph Parrott of Fresno, Roy (sic) Parrott of Van Nuys; two daughters, Mrs. Dessie McIntyre of Penas Altas, Mex., Mrs. Wanda Dudley of Torrance; a brother, Doyle Parrott of Merced; a sister, Mrs. J.W. Hoffman of Hugo; 17 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The Fresno Bee, 10 Dec 1968, p 4B
Arthur married Era Myrtle Lawson on 10 Aug 1919 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma. Era was born on 22 Jun 1897 in Lyles, Hickman Co., Tennessee and died on 25 Dec 1993 in Delano, Kern Co., California, at age 96. {FGID: 26958691}
Notes: Myrtle Parrott
96, homemaker
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Parkview Mortuary in Delano for Myrtle L. Parrott, 96, Earlimart, who died Saturday at a Delano hospital. Burial will be at Tipton-Pixley Cemetery in Tipton. Visitation will be until 3 today at the funral home.
She was born in Tennessee and lived lived in Tulare County for 51 years. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by two sons, Ralph Parrott, Fresno, and Arnold Parrott, Carlotta; two daughters, Dessie Jennings, Earlimart, and Wanda Dudley, Alpaugh; one sister, Lorene Caudly, Collingswood, Tenn.; 17 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.
Tulare Advance-Register, 28 Dec 1993, p 2
Children from this marriage were:
+ 61 M i. Ralph Parrott was born on 27 Dec 1920 in Seminole, Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 26 Feb 2002 in Fresno, Fresno Co., California, at age 81.
+ 62 M ii. Ray Parrott was born on 25 Apr 1923 in Seminole, Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 23 Oct 1989 in Fresno Co., California, at age 66.
+ 63 M iii. Arnold Parrott was born on 25 Feb 1925 in Seminole, Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 24 Oct 2010 in Humboldt Co., California, at age 85.
+ 64 M iv. Allen Lee Parrott was born on 6 Apr 1927 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 2 Nov 1967 in Los Angeles Co., California, at age 40.
65 F v. Dessie Mae Parrott was born on 4 Apr 1930 in Oklahoma and died on 12 Sep 2010 in Alpaugh, Tulare Co., California, at age 80.
Dessie married John Clayburn McEntire. John was born on 27 Sep 1934 in Colorado Springs, El Paso Co., Colorado and died on 18 Dec 2006 in La Quinta, Riverside Co., California, at age 72. {FGID: 233065354}
Dessie next married Howard Hartwell Gildon on 30 Nov 1949 in Tulare Co., California. Howard was born on 18 Sep 1928 in Buffalo, Leon Co., Texas and died on 21 Jan 1999 in Bowie Co., Texas, at age 70.
Notes: TEXARKANA-- Howard H. Gildon, age 70, of Taylor, Ark., died Thursday, January 21, 1999. in a local hospital.
Mr. Gildon was born Sept. 18, 1928, in Buffalo, Texas, and had lived in Taylor, Ark., for the past seven months, having moved from Odessa. He was a retired salesman and attended the Springhill Assembly of God in Springhill, La. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served in World War II. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Lewis Gildon and Lloyd Gildon.
He is survived by his wife, Pat Gildon, of Taylor, Ark.; four sons; Gerry Gildon of Amarillo, James Gildon of Las Cruces, N.M., Paul Gildon of Phoenix, Ariz., and Ashton Gildon of Taylor, Ark.; four daughters, Danna Manning of Shaumburg, Ill., Darla Kinion of Phoenix, Ariz., Tena Mehagan of Stephenville and Traci Shryack of Cedar Park; a sister and brother-in-law, Frances and J.W. Stovall of Taylor, Ark.; two sisters-in-law, Estelle Gildon of Nash and Virgie Gildon of White Settlement; 21 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Texarkana Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Garth Collier officiating. Burial will be in Chapelwood Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening. The family will be at 204 Kay St. in Nash.
Funeral arrangements are by Texarkana Funeral Home in Texarkana, Texas.
The Odessa American, January 22, 1999, p 3B
Dessie next married Charlie Gene Jennings on 8 Sep 1975 in Reno, Washoe Co., Nevada. Charlie was born on 24 Mar 1932 in Tupelo, Coal Co., Oklahoma and died on 16 Feb 2013 in Lakeside, Navajo Co., Arizona, at age 80. {FGID: 105554075}
Notes: Charlie Gene Jennings, known by all as "Uncle Chock", passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2013, at Sierra Blanca Rehabilitation Center in Lakeside, Arizona.
Charlie was born one of eight children to his parents, the late Oscar VanBuren and Maud May (McKinney) Jennings on March 24, 1932 in Tupelo, Coal County, Oklahoma.
Charlie obtained his GED, then pursued a career in Law Enforcement as a prison guard. He retired as a Lieutenant with the Arizona Department of Corrections after 25 years of service.
He enjoyed classic cars, country music, dancing with his wife, Dessie, quail hunting, fishing, old western movies, going to breakfast with his brother, Mart, and especially CHOCOLATE! (which is how he earned his nickname!)
He is survived by his brother, Mart Jennings, of Show Low; daughter, Ronda Jennings, of CA; three sons: Anthony McEntire, of CA, James (Lara) Gildon, of Las Cruces, NM, and Gerry Gildon, of TX; several grandchildren, sisters and brothers-in-law, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and many other friends who will truly miss him.
Along with his parents and other siblings, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dessie.
The funeral service will begin 4:00 P.M., Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Owens Livingston Mortuary - White Mountain Chapel, 320 N. 9th Street in Show Low, Arizona, where the visitation will begin one hour prior.
Immediately following the funeral service a special dinner will be provided and all are warmly invited to attend.
Posted on Find a Grave 105554075
66 M vi. Bobby Dean Parrott was born on 1 Mar 1932 in Oklahoma and died on 5 Dec 1971 in Los Angeles Co., California, at age 39. {FGID: 3741658}
Notes: possible wife
https://www.ancestry.com/family-tree/person/tree/90307842/person/102104573517/facts
+ 67 F vii. Wanda Marie Parrott was born on 14 Oct 1936 in Sulphur, Murray Co., Oklahoma and died on 21 Oct 1997 in Kern Co., California, at age 61.
24. Doyl Gordon Parrott Sr. (Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 1 Nov 1899 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 14 Aug 1973 in Merced Co., California, at age 73.
Doyl married Otie B. Golden on 7 Nov 1920 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma. Otie was born in 1901 in Oklahoma and died in 1930 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma, at age 29.
The child from this marriage was:
+ 68 M i. "Blue" Doyle Parrott Jr. was born on 17 Aug 1924 in Prague, Lincoln Co., Oklahoma and died on 23 Jul 2007 in Midwest City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma, at age 82.
Doyl next married Eva Wilson on 21 Jul 1930 in Pontotoc Co., Oklahoma. Eva was born in 1904 in Oklahoma.
The child from this marriage was:
+ 69 M i. Joe Harold Parrott was born on 13 Jun 1932 in Sulphur, Murray Co., Oklahoma and died on 10 Jul 2009 in Davis, Murray Co., Oklahoma, at age 77.
Doyl next married Frances Myrtle Dawson. Frances was born on 28 Jul 1909 in Clayton, Pushmataha Co., Oklahoma and died on 30 Jan 1964 in Merced, Merced Co., California, at age 54.
The child from this marriage was:
70 F i. Doyline Winnell Parrott was born on 3 Sep 1941 in Sherman Co., Texas and died on 24 Jan 2019 in Roseburg, Douglas Co., Oregon, at age 77.
Doyline married David Ralph Sousa. The marriage ended in divorce on 3 Dec 1982. David was born on 13 Jan 1935 in Vallejo, Solano Co., California and died on 21 Jun 1996 in Merced Co., California, at age 61.
26. Paul Parrott (James Marion3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 27 Nov 1897 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 22 Jul 1981 in Madill, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 83. {FGID: 21160942}
Paul married Magalea Thelma Steadman on 28 Feb 1925 in Carter Co., Oklahoma. Magalea was born on 17 Feb 1909 in Wortham, Freestone Co., Texas and died on 25 Apr 1990, at age 81. {FGID: 21160937}
Marriage Notes: WEDDING AT DEMOCRAT OFFICE
Believing that if they couldn't find the pastor of the Church, the next best place to get married would be a newspaper office, Mr. Paul Parrot and Miss Magaea (sic) Steadman of Milo, Oklahoma, were united in marriage in the Democrat office at 10 P.M. Saturday evening. Rev. J.L. Bandy officiating.
The bride and groom will be home to their friends in Healdton.
Wilson Daily Democrat, 02 Mar 1925, p 1
The child from this marriage was:
71 F i. Patsy Ruth Parrott Howard was born on 31 Mar 1927 in Healdton, Carter Co., Oklahoma and died on 27 Sep 2011 in Denison, Grayson Co., Texas, at age 84. {FGID: 77242390}
Notes: Pat Howard Smith, 84 of Madill, Oklahoma passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at Texoma Medical Hospital in Denison, Texas. She was born on March 31, 1927 in Healdton, Oklahoma to the late Paul Parrott and Magalea Steadman Parrott. Pat was raised in Madill, Healdton and later due to her father working in the oil business she moved to Illinois. In April of 1959 she married James Smith in Winchester, Virginia. They moved to Pennsylvania where she owned and operated her own travel agency for 20 years. In 1982 she moved back to Madill where she lived the rest of her life. Pat loved playing bridge and enjoyed her flowers. She was a member of the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Madill. She is survived by: Husband: Jim Smith, Madill, Oklahoma Children: Rex Howell-Smith, Grapevine, Texas Jim Smith, Antioch, California Jane Lazur, Kingston, Oklahoma 3 Grandchildren 3 Great Grandchildren.
https://www.wattsfuneralhome.com/obituary/4772877
Patsy married James Edward Smith on 13 Apr 1959 in Winchester, Virginia. James was born on 16 Oct 1922 in Pennsylvania and died on 16 Oct 2015 in Durant, Bryan Co., Oklahoma, at age 93.
Notes: James Edward Smith, 93 of Madill, Oklahoma passed away Friday, October 16, 2015 at the Brookdale Nursing Center in Durant, Oklahoma. He was born on October 16, 1922 in Mifflin Township, Pennsylvania to the late James Wilson Smith and Viola Corine Smith. James worked with his father for United States Steel in 1939 with his father in the furnaces. He later served with the 285th Field Artillery Observation Battalion during WWII. The fighting 285th participated in was the Battle of the Bulge in the Ardennes Forest. In January of 1945, 84 soldiers of the 285th were captured and murdered at the Baugnez Crossroads near Malmedy Belgium by a German Panzer Division. Jim and the 285th fought through 5 countries in a matter of 7 months and after the war he went back to work at US Steel. He was recalled to the Army in 1950 for the Korean War and served with the 1st Infantry Division in Germany during the Reconstruction. When he returned after the war, he met Pat Parrott on a bus traveling through Oklahoma from Fort Sill. Jim returned to West Mifflin, Pennsylvania and went back to work at US Steel. He and Pat were married on Friday the 13th in April of 1959 and they settled in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. She preceded him in death on September 27, 2011. Jim retired from US Steel in 1981 after 42 years and they moved to their home on E. Tishomingo St. in Madill, Oklahoma. They were faithful members of the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Madill. Jim was liked by everyone he ever met and would help anyone that needed it. He was a member of the VFW, American Legion, Veterans of the Battle of The Blulge, Masonic Lodge and a life member of the National Rifle Association. He is survived by: Children: Jane Lazur and husband Alan, Kingston, Oklahoma Rex D. Howell Smith, Grapevine, Texas Jim Smith and wife Veronica, Oakley, California Grandchildren: Meagan Lazur, Beth Richards and Amanda Smith Great Grandchildren: Nicholas Herfurth, Aidan and Jonathan Richards James was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 1 sister; Jo Anne Thieret.
https://www.wattsfuneralhome.com/obituary/4771707
27. Richard C. Parrott (James Marion3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 26 Aug 1900 in Georgia, died on 3 Sep 1968 in Kingston, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 68, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 139260798.
Notes: Parrott Assumes Police Chief Job In Latest Switch
R.C. (Rich) Parrott, erstwhile deputy sheriff, is Madill's new polic chief. His appointment was previously approved by the the city commission and Saturday he moved ove the city hall from the courthouse to take his new post. He took the job held by Beth Williams wo resigned to take the field deputyship under Urkle Hargis, who became the county's new sheriff the same morning. No other changes were involved in the police department.
Parrott served three years and eight months as field deputy under W.F. Rushing who resigned as sheriff Saturday. He has called Madill his home since 1940 though he has lived in the county intermitently since 1911. He followed oil field work for years. He and Mrs. Parrott live at 201 E. Tishomingo. They have no children at home. Their only child, a son, is married and lives at Tulsa.
O.C. Barnes, the county attorney who heads up the county law enforcement forces, Saturday spoke very highly of Parrott's propensities as a peace officer. "During the time he has been working for me as a deputy sheriff, I found Mr. Parrott completely reliable, fair and impartial. I know he is the kind of man who takes his job seriously," Barnes asserted.
The Madill Record, 06 Sep 1956, p 5
Richard married Euna B. Hobbs on 28 Oct 1920. Euna was born on 18 Jun 1902 in Texas, died on 17 Apr 1984 in Madill, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 81, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 139260891.
The child from this marriage was:
+ 72 M i. Alton Curtis Parrott was born on 14 Nov 1921 in Kingston, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, died on 21 Mar 1976 in Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 54, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 139260257.
30. Max Orr Parrott (Joseph Wilson3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 1 Sep 1915 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 13 Jan 1981 in Dallas, Dallas Co., Texas, at age 65. {FGID: 81932738}
Max married Grace Marie Brigham on 21 Oct 1936 in Jeffersonville, Twiggs Co., Georgia. Grace was born on 10 Mar 1918 in Girard, Burke Co., Georgia and died on 29 Nov 2003 in Dallas, Dallas Co., Texas, at age 85. {FGID: 81932729}
Marriage Notes: CALHOUN, Ga.- Miss Marie Brigham and Max Orr Parrott were married on Wednesday, October 21 at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Brigham, in Jeffersonville, Ga.
The Chattanooga News, 19 Dec 1936, p 17
Notes: PARROTT, GRACE MARIE BRIGHAM, was born in Girard, Georgia on March 10, 1918 and passed away at home November 29, 2003 surrounded by family and loved ones. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Max, son Max Jr., sister Milburn and brothers James and Will. She is survived by her daughter Landra and son-in-law Rich Bench, son Bruce and daughter-in-law Lois and their daughter Julia and son Jeffery, son Brent and daughter-in-law Robyn and their daughter Brynn and sisters Henrietta Woodward and Nell Jenkins. Grace was a kind and gentle soul who adored her family and friends. She was a wonderful wife and loving mother. She was always involved in her children's and grandchildren's lives, guiding them when they were young and supporting them as adults. She and Max were long-time members of White Rock United Methodist Church, Lakewood Country Club, Life Begins at 40, the Trippers and the Vagabonds. She had a wonderful sense of humor that stayed with her until the very end. Her attitude was positive and she never gave up until she realized it was time for her to go. Her body was tired and we take comfort in knowing her soul is free and that we now have a special angel watching over us. Mom, you took a piece of our hearts with you but you left so much of yourself behind - your love, wisdom, humor and character will live inside us forever. The family is extremely grateful to Autumn Leaves and VITAS Hospice for making Mom's final days one of comfort and peace for all. In lieu of flowers, please send your donations to VITAS Hospice of Dallas, or the Hospice of your choice. Viewing Dec. 1 Monday 6pm to 8pm, services Dec. 2 Tuesday 3:30pm, Restland Wildwood Chapel. Restland 972-238-7111 restlandfuneralhome.com
The Dallas Morning News, December 1, 2003
The child from this marriage was:
73 M i. Max Orr Parrott Jr. was born on 1 Dec 1943 in Dallas Co., Texas and died on 11 Nov 1947 in Austin, Travis Co., Texas, at age 3. {FGID: 75320841}
32. Edgar Felix Parrott (Edgar Clifford3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 7 Oct 1915 in Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 7 May 1980 in Kosciusko, Attala Co., Mississippi, at age 64.
Notes: Felix Parrott Buried Saturday In Arkansas
Felix Parrott, an operator at the Texas Eastern compressor station in Kosciusko, died Wednesday, May 7, at Montfort Jones Memorial Hospital following a short illness. He was 64.
Funeral services were held Friday at 10 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Johnny Dinas officiating. Graveside services were held Saturday at 10 a.m. at Gracelawn Cemetery in Van Buren, Ark.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Oleta Murphy Parrott of Kosciusko, a daugter, Mrs. Pamela June of Knoxville, Tenn.; two sons, Gary D. Parrott of Dallas, Tex.; a sister, Mrs. B.M. Higgins of Longview, Tex.; eight grandchildren and three great-grandhildren.
Parrott, a native of Georgia, had been a resident of Kosciusko for 31 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Eastern Star, the masons and Kosciusko Lions Club.
Serving as pallbearers were Howard Monroe, James Horne, Stan McKinney, Harold Wiliams, Bill Lacey and Robert Graham. Jordan Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
The Star-Herald, 15 May 1980, p 13
Edgar married Lettie Oleta Murphy Pool. Lettie was born on 17 Jan 1915 in Whitly, Crawford Co., Arkansas and died on 2 Sep 2002 in Vian, Sequoyah Co., Oklahoma, at age 87.
Notes: Junk Becomes Her Treasure
by Nancy Green
Digging in junk piles has turned out to be a favorite hobby for Mrs. Felix Parrott. Actually, it's not the digging, it's the loot she uncovers.
During the past two years, Mrs. Prrott has taken up to bottle collecting, a relatively new hobby that has swept the nation.
The Parrott home, located in the Texas Eastern village near Kosciusko, has turned into a showcase for Mrs. Parrott's large assortment of bottles.
Her collection is attractively displayed on shelves which completely line one wall of the living room. Then there's more displayed at other places throughout the home. The bottles take on all shapes and forms and some are very cleverly disguised, requiring a second look to determine if it's really a bottle.
One shelf is completely filled with Avon bottles. "Every bottle bearing that label is a collector's item. They are noted for unusual containers for their product," she said.
An area of bottles in the form of old fashioned cars could easily be mistaken for a model car collection.
"Now that I've gotten involved there's no stopping place. One find leads to another and generates more interest and pretty soon you're just hooked on bottles," she said.
"Junk piles at old abandoned house places afford the best places for digging. That's where you usually acquire older bottles. Then too the word spreads that you're interested in bottles and your friends begin to keep an eye open for you. Many of my bottles were given to me by friends who knew that I was interested," she said.
Each bottle in Mrs. Parrott's collection is labeled with the name of the person who made the donation and also where it came from. She has bottles which came from a number of different states and one from Germany. Many of them have sentimental value.
Mrs. Parrott reads various publicaions on bottle collecting and keeps abreast of knowledge made available to collectors. "The wide use of plastic containers will probably make bottle collecting an even more interesting hobby in a few years. Pretty soon almost any glass bottle will be a collector's item," she said. "For the time being I'll just have to dig to find the rare ones," Mrs. Parrott said.
The (Kosciusko MS) Star-Herald, 02 Nov 1972, p 1
Children from this marriage were:
+ 74 M i. Gary Dale Parrott was born on 2 Apr 1933 in Alma, Crawford Co., Arkansas and died on 9 Mar 2013 in Denison, Grayson Co., Texas, at age 79.
+ 75 M ii. Edgar Anthony Parrott was born on 6 Aug 1947 in Wewoka, Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 28 Oct 2004 in Richardson, Dallas Co., Texas, at age 57.
37. Foy Willis Parrott (Walter Wilson3, John Marshall2, John W.1) was born on 6 Mar 1915 in Dekalb Co., Alabama and died on 18 May 1981 in Dekalb Co., Alabama, at age 66.
Foy married Jacqueline Violet Gipson in Nov 1938 in Dekalb Co., Alabama. Jacqueline was born on 27 May 1921 in Ten Broeck, Dekalb Co., Alabama and died on 7 Jul 2007 in Dekalb Co., Alabama, at age 86.
The child from this marriage was:
76 M i. Roger D. Parrott was born on 28 Aug 1948 in Fort Payne, DeKalb Co., Alabama, died on 10 Jul 2007 in Fyffe, DeKalb Co., Alabama, at age 58, and was buried in Mt. View Memory Garden.
39. John Lawson Parrott (Walter Wilson3, John Marshall2, John W.1) was born on 3 May 1924 in Geraldine, Dekalb Co., Alabama and died on 5 Jun 2011 in Auburn, Lee Co., Alabama, at age 87. {FGID: 199772565}
Notes: Parrott New AU Farming Info Chief
AUBURN - John L. Parrott has been named chairman of the Cooperative Extension Services's Information Division at Auburn University.
Parrott, who has served eight years in the division as editor, succeeds the late Robert Chestnutt, who died June 16.
"We are fortunate to have a man of Mr. Parrott's training and experience to assume this position," said Dr. Fred R. Robertson, Auburn University vice president for Extension, in announcing the appointment. "We are confident that the outstanding record of the division will be continued under his leadership."
As division chairman, Parrott will direct Extension information programs, which include work with mass media, in-service staff-training and publications.
Parrott, a veteran of World War II, joined the Exension Service as assistant county agent in Marshall County in 1959. Previously he had taught vocational agriculture at Collinsville High School two years and four years at Marshall County High School, Guntersville.
He joined the state Extension staff in 1961 as Radio-TV editor and for the past six years has served as news editor. He has edited the monthly newsletter of the American Association of Agricultural College Editors for the past year.
The Geraldine, Ala., native holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in agricultureal education from Auburn University. Professional affiliations include Kappa Delta Pi, Alpha Zeta and Gamma Sigma Delta.
He is married to the former Marcine Campbell of Fyffe. They have two daughters, Lisa and Mrs. Saxton Garrison.
The Selma Times-Journal, 07 Jul 1969, p 7
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Funeral services for John L. Parrott, of Auburn, were held on Wednesday, June 8, 2011, at 2 p.m. in the Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Steve Scoggins officiating. Burial followed in Auburn Memorial Park Cemetery. Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home was in charge.
Mr. Parrott, retired head of the Cooperative Extension System's communications department at Auburn University, died Sunday, June 5 at Bethany House following a long illness.
The family requests that memorials be made in the form of contributions to Bethany House, at 1171 Gatewood Drive, Auburn, AL 36830.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marcine.
Survivors include two daughters, Vivian Brown, of Auburn, and Lisa (Michael)?Buckingham, of LaGrange, Ga.; five grandchildren, Melissa Benton, J.T. Brown, Joanna Lemmon, Jonathan Buckingham and Jessica Buckingham, and 12 great grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the many wonderful caregivers and staff from Azalea, Camellia, and Magnolia Assisted living homes, Arbor Springs, and Bethany House for their dedication.
Sand Mountain Reporter, June 8, 2011
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In remembrance ...
John L. Parrott
(1924 \endash 2011)
John Parrott began his career with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System in 1959 as an Assistant County Agent in Marshall County. He later became radio-television editor and news editor in the ACES Communications Department at Auburn University. In 1969, he was promoted to head of that department and served in that capacity until his retirement in 1984.
During his career in ACES Communications, Mr. Parrott led a staff of editors and writers who regularly earned national awards for its work in mass media and publications. Mr. Parrot was described by former ACES director, Dr. Gaines Smith, as having a passion for excellence and a willingness to go the extra mile to bring timely information to the people of Alabama. He was a quiet but effective leader who didn't have to yell to be heard, said one member of his staff.
Prior to beginning work with Cooperative Extension, Mr. Parrot had served in the Army during World War II and taught vocational agriculture for two years. He received B.S. and Masters' degrees from Auburn University.
Mr. Parrott was a charter member of Parkway Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and in various other leadership roles.
Following retirement, Mr. Parrott was active in the Alabama Retired State Employees Association and was elected president of that organization during its period of rapid growth.
Mr. Parrott enjoyed his family and his church and spent many afternoons on the golf course, having received a new set of golf clubs from his colleagues as a retirement gift. He always regarded golf as a reflection of how life was to be lived: play by the rules, never cheat, and go forward knowing there would be some bad days, but always better days ahead. John Parrot lived his life that way without exception.
John Parrott will be remembered as a man devoted to his faith, his family, and to the organization for which he worked. His name will be associated with words like integrity, honesty, and compassion. Epsilon Sigma Phi pays tribute to this wonderful man and his work by adding his name to the dedicatory plaque at the Extension Memorial Chapel.
Chapel Plaque Inscription Number: 566
https://wp.aces.edu/esp/people/parrott-john-l/
John married Helen Marcine Campbell. Helen was born on 6 Mar 1924 in Alabama and died on 1 Jan 2009 in Auburn, Lee Co., Alabama, at age 84. {FGID: 199772571}
42. Jesse Norris Parrott (James Marvin3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 12 Mar 1916 in Williamson, Pike Co., Georgia and died on 18 Aug 1970, at age 54. {FGID: 22157434}
Notes: PARROTT, Jesse N. Ret. Master Sgt., 54 of Benson, Arizona, passed away August 18th. Survived bh his wife, Faye; 3 sons; 2 daughters; 3 sisters; 5 granddaughters, 2 grandsons. Visitation 7 to 10 p.m., Friday, Benson Mortuary. Funeral services 1 p.m. Saturday, Benson Heights Southern Baptist Church Reverend M.E. Brantley officiating. Burial Cochise Gardens of Rest Cemetery. Military graveside services by Ft. Huachuca. Arrangements by Benson Mortuary.
The Arizona Daily Star, 21 Aug 1970, p D7
Jesse married Fay Davis Purdy on 12 Jul 1949 in Richmond, Virginia. Fay was born on 27 Dec 1920 in Ranger, Eastland Co., Texas and died on 19 Oct 2003, at age 82.
44. Vance DeForrest Parrott (Cecil Strathmore Sr.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 4 Jul 1912 in Resaca, Gordon Co., Georgia and died on 25 Jun 1999 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 86.
Vance married Chloe Jane Thomas. Chloe was born on 14 Nov 1916 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 3 Jan 1996 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 79. Another name for Chloe was Chloe Belle Thomas.
The child from this marriage was:
+ 77 M i. Col. Thomas Vance Parrott was born on 22 Nov 1937 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee and died on 16 Oct 1998 in Atlanta, Dekalb Co., Georgia, at age 60.
45. Joseph Henry Parrott Sr. (Cecil Strathmore Sr.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 9 Oct 1914 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, died on 10 Jan 1991 in Tennesee, at age 76, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 149462672. {FGID: 149462672}
Joseph married Edith Mae Davis. Edith was born on 27 Jan 1917 in Alabama and died on 14 Jan 2013 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 95. {FGID: 103607824}
Children from this marriage were:
+ 78 M i. Joseph Henry Parrott Jr. was born on 19 Jul 1943 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee and died on 8 Jun 2019 in Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 75.
79 F ii. Judith Helen Parrott was born on 22 Jun 1947 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee and died on 11 Mar 2014 in Cartersville, Bartow Co., Georgia, at age 66. {FGID: 126246475}
Notes: Judith Helen Parrott Butler, of Cartersville, Georgia, died on Tuesday, March 11, 2014.
Helen was born in Chattanooga and was a 1965 graduate of Red Bank High School. She received her nursing degree from Georgia Baptist Nursing School. Helen retired from St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah, Ga.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Edith Parrott of Chattanooga.
Helen is survived by her sons, Chris Butler, Stephen Butler and Michael Butler; grandchildren, Stephen (Morgen) Butler and Kayla Butler; siblings, Joe Parrott, Jr. and Barbara Benedicks; many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 12-3 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, at the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home.
A graveside service will follow at 3 p.m. on Sunday at Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson.
https://www.chattanoogan.com/2014/3/12/271591/Butler-Judith-Helen-Parrott.aspx
Judith married Jimmy Rogers Butler. Jimmy was born on 10 Sep 1944 in Cherokee Co., Alabama and died on 15 Apr 2002 in McDonald, Bradley Co., Tennessee, at age 57. {FGID: 36088601}
Notes: Jimmy Rogers Butler, 57, a resident of McDonald, died Monday morning, April 15, 2002, at the family residence.
Jim was known as a hard worker, who could do anything, and a good man who loved his family.
He also loved children and wanted them to be in church so he bought two 15-passenger vans so he could take them.
Jim was part owner in the Park Terrace Apartments and owner of Jimco excavating.
He was preceded in death by his father, Wilburn Butler.
Jim is survived by his wife, Charlene Butler of McDonald; three sons: Christopher Butler, Stephen Butler of Atlanta and Michael Butler of Savannah, Ga.; one stepson, Charles Tyler Kibble of McDonald; two stepdaughters: Ashley Chanel Powell of Dunlap and Charissa Lynn Cato of McDonald; a special daughter, Rachel Butler of McDonald; mother, Nena Butler of McDonald; one grandson, Stephen Butler; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Wildwood Chapel of Buckner-Rush Funeral Homes with the Rev. Taylor Strickland officiating. Interment will follow at 1 p.m. (CST) in the Welcome Hill Cemetery in Cherokee County, Ala.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 9 this evening at the funeral home.
Cleveland Daily Banner, April 16, 2002
49. Cecil Strathmore Parrott Jr. (Cecil Strathmore Sr.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 15 Aug 1922 in Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 23 May 2010 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 87. {FGID: 57485916}
Notes: May 24, 2010
Cecil S. Parrott, Jr, died peacefully on Sunday, May 23, 2010, at home surrounded by his loving family. A native of Whitfield County, Ga, he had lived in Chattanooga most of his life and was a Mason. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Opal. He was the beloved father of Bethela Pritchard, Nanalane Frey and Cecil S. Parrott III; grandfather to Strat Parrott, Landyn Frey, Logan Frey and Maclane Pritchard. Graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 25, at Chattanooga National Cemetery with Rev. Everett Gossett officiating and military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga, 4411 Oakwood Drive, Chattanooga, Tn. 37416. Arrangements are by Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace. Please visit www.lanefh.com to share condolences.
Cecil married Opal Marie Kinnett. Opal was born on 30 Jul 1921 in Lindale, Floyd Co., Georgia and died on 15 Oct 2006 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 85.
50. Valvard D. Parrott Jr. (Valvard Deforest Sr.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 12 Dec 1915 in Williamson, Pike Co., Georgia and died on 7 Jan 2010 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 94.
Notes: V.D. Parrott Jr.
Mr. V.D. Parrott Jr., 94, of Dalton, passed away Thursday Jan. 7, 2010.
He was the son of the late V.D. Parrott Sr. and Loraine Edwards Parrott and was preceded in death by his loving wife of 72 years, Evelyne Jones Parrott in 2007.
V.D. started work with Dalton Utilities as a water plant operator at the Mill Creek water facility and later retired as president of Dalton Utilities. He was a member of the Dalton First United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, DeForrest and Eugenia Parrott of Dalton, Charles and Marie Parrott of Rancho Mirage, Calif.; grandchildren, Jeff and Allison Parrott and Suzanne Parrott Logan all of Dalton, Ched and Suzette Parrott, Marylee and Robert Lan all of California.; great-grandchildren, Todd Parrott, Josh Parrott and Natalie Zuspan, all of Dalton, Jack Parrott, Dillon Parrott, Haley Lan and RJ Lan all of California.; niece and nephew.
Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday from Dalton First United Methodist Church with Dr. Robin Lindsey officiating.
Burial will be in West HIll Cemetery.
The family will receive friends in the Atrium of the church immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Dalton First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 627, Dalton, GA 30722-0627.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.lovefuneralhomega.com.
Love Funeral Home, 1402 N. Thornton Ave., Dalton (across from Hamilton Medical Center) is in charge of arrangements.
http://daltondailycitizen.com/obituaries/x306491082/V-D-Parrott-Jr/print
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January 8, 2010
Parrott: "Tough as pig iron," visionary
Charles Oliver
Dr. Paul Bradley first met V.D. Parrott Jr. when both were students at Dalton High School more than 70 years ago.
"When I was a freshman in high school, he was a senior. He was a scientist from the start. He was always interested in scientific projects," Bradley said.
Decades later, Bradley would serve some 20 years on the board of Dalton Utilities, where Parrott, who passed away on Thursday, served as general manager. Bradley said he saw firsthand how Parrott's scientific bent and hard-nosed business acumen kept the company on the cutting edge of the industry.
"What other town owns part of a nuclear power generating plant? That was his idea. He was ahead of the game on almost everything," Bradley said.
Parrott returned to Dalton after graduating from Georgia Tech in 1939. He went to work for Dalton Utilities, operating the Mill Creek Water Plant. He was promoted to general manager/president in 1945, only the third person to hold that post. He retired from that position in 1982 but continued to serve as a consultant to the utility until 1996.
During his tenure Dalton Utilities underwent a tremendous expansion, and Parrott pushed the utility into a number of new areas, such as acquiring part ownership of Plant Vogtle, the nuclear power plant in Burke County, as well as acquiring the land along the Conasauga River for the company's land application sewerage treatment facility.
"We still haven't seen all the benefits from what he did," Bradley said. "He had a great interest in this community and wanted to do what is best for it. And he was very forceful in doing what he thought was right for the community. We had to go to court to win the right to buy into nuclear generating plants."
Dalton Utilities' growth was both a cause of and a consequence of the growth of the carpet industry.
Don Cope, the current president and CEO of Dalton Utilities, said Parrott helped create much of the infrastructure that helped the carpet industry, and Dalton, grow.
"There were a lot of people who contributed to making the carpet industry in Dalton what it is today. Mr. Parrott certainly, and his actions with the utility contributed significantly to the success of the carpet industry," Cope said. "He was tough as pig iron. He was very intelligent. He was very methodical. He was a very forward-thinking individual. He could see things out in the future that other people couldn't see, and he took actions to produce positive actions from that vision."
Cope said Parrott never really left Dalton Utilities.
"His love for the utility, his love for the community, his accomplishments as a leader of the utility are unparalleled anywhere I know about in the utility business," Cope said. "His advice and counsel and his view about what we were doing has always been important to everybody associated with Dalton Utilities."
Businessman Ken Boring said he first met Parrott in the late 1950s and quickly became friends with him.
"He was the last person in the world to take credit for anything. He didn't have any ego about him, but he was determined to get the job done," Boring said.
In 2006, Boring and his late brother Jim donated land at the intersection of Walnut Avenue and Thornton Avenue, near where Parrott grew up, to the city of Dalton for a park that was dedicated to Parrott. Boring said they believed it was important to honor Parrott's many contributions to the community.
"I can only accept this on behalf of (those people) who led to Dalton Utilities' success," the then 90-year-old Parrott said during a ceremony in his honor. "I didn't do anything. It's the people that have done the work. This is just a thousand times more than I could have anticipated."
http://daltondailycitizen.com/local/x306490982/Parrott-Tough-as-pig-iron-visionary
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The Daily Citizen, Dalton, GA
September 11, 2006
Parrott honored by namesake park
By Erik Green
V.D. Parrott Jr. grew up in the early 1900s just a short distance from what would become one of the most traveled intersections in Dalton.
Now some 90 years later, a portion of the land at the southwest corner of Walnut and Thornton avenues will be turned into a public park bearing his name, a tribute to his nearly 42 years as president of Dalton Utilities. But on Monday, Parrott was quick to deflect the kudos choosing to praise the tireless work of utility employees.
"I can only accept this on behalf of (those people) who led to Dalton Utilities' success," the 90-year-old Parrott said during a ceremony in his honor. "I didn't do anything. It's the people that have done the work. This is just a thousand times more than I could have anticipated."
Dozens of family members and friends along with several city officials honored Parrott, the longtime former Dalton Utilities president, on Monday at City Hall during the official unveiling of plans for the 1.4-acre park. It will be built at the southwest corner of Walnut and Thornton avenues in the McCarty Subdivision.
Parrott headed Dalton Utilities for nearly 42 years and was credited by local leaders for his planning ability and fearlessness in business dealings, which they said helped spur the area's carpet industry boom. Earlier this year, he was among the first five inductees in the Northwest Georgia Business Hall of Fame
"In the carpet industry's success, I'm sure no one would dispute the role of V.D. Parrott," said Jim Jolly, chairman and CEO of Dalton-based J&J; Industries.
Dalton residents Ken and Jim Boring donated the park land to the city.
"We decided to donate the land because he (Parrott) had done so much for the community and we've been friends for years," said Ken Boring, who works in real estate with his brother. "We wanted to do something before he left us."
City councilman Charlie Bethel said the city will pay for the park construction, but wasn't sure how much it would cost.
"We have the design so we'll look at that and determine the best way to pay for it," Bethel said.
The park, comprised of three tracts of land, will feature greenspace, trees and will serve two roles: a walking park and a barrier between the area's businesses and homes. Work is expected to be completed within a year.
http://daltondailycitizen.com/local/x488793945/Parrott-honored-by-namesake-park/print
Valvard married Mary Evelyne Jones. Mary was born on 28 Sep 1919 in Georgia and died on 30 Jun 2007 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 87.
Notes: The Daily Citizen, Dalton, GA
July 2, 2007
Evelyne Jones Parrott
Mrs. Evelyne Jones Parrott, 87, of Dalton, passed away Saturday, June 30, 2007, at Hamilton Medical Center.
She is survived by her husband of 72 years, V. D. Parrott Jr. of Dalton; sons and daughters-in-law, DeForrest and Eugenia Parrott of Dalton, Charles and Marie Parrott of Rancho Mirage, Calif.; grandchildren, Jeff and Allison Parrott and Suzanne Logan, all of Dalton, Ched and Suzette Parrott, Marylee and Robert Lan all of California; great-grandchildren, Todd Parrott, Josh Parrott and Natalie Zuspan all of Dalton, Jack Parrott, Haley Lan and RJ Lan all of California; and niece and nephew also survive.
Services will be today at 11 a.m. at the Dalton First United Methodist Church with the Dr. Joe Peabody and the Rev. Billy Beard officiating.
Burial will be in West Hill Cemetery.
The family will receive friends, immediately following the service, in the atrium of the church.
Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 627, Dalton, Georgia 30722-0627.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.lovefuneralhomega.com.
Love Funeral Home, 1402 North Thornton Ave., Dalton is in charge of arrangements.
http://daltondailycitizen.com/obituaries/x488808977/Evelyne-Jones-Parrott/print
The child from this marriage was:
+ 80 M i. Deforrest Valvard Parrott was born on 1 Jan 1935 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 4 Mar 2023 in Georgia, at age 88.
51. William Harry Parrott (Robert Richard3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 4 Jul 1919 in Hall Co., Georgia and died on 14 Jul 1976 in Bridgeton, St. Louis Co., Missouri, at age 57. {FGID: 107054624}
Notes: DUBLIN - William Harry "Bill" Parrott, 57, retired utilities director for the city of Dublin, died Wednesday in a Bridgetown, Mo., hospital after a brief illness. Services were held at 2 p.m. today in the chapel of Townsend Brothers Funeral Home. Burial was in Dublin Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Parrott, a native of Hall County, had lived in Dublin six years and was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Dublin Chapter of Disabled American Veterans Club, the Dublin Moose Lodge No. 189 and the Dublin Elks Club. Mr. Parrot was a self-employed truck driver and a member of Gethsemane United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Isobel Parrott of Dublin; three daughters, Mrs. Brinda Allen of Dawsonville, Mrs. Belinda Feris of Alliance, Ohio, Mrs. Billye Carey of Gray; two brothers, Jerry F. Parrott of Clearwater, Fla., and James Parrott of Marietta; two sisters, Mrs. Virginia T. Quinton of Federalsburg, Md., and Mrs. Inell Warr of College Park. The family will be at the residence of Mrs. Isobel Parrott, 303 Pinewood Drive, Dublin.
The Macon News, 16 Jul 1976, p 6
William married Isobel Lowrimore. Isobel was born on 1 Oct 1915 in Folkston, Charlton Co., Georgia and died on 29 May 1982 in Dublin, Laurens Co., Georgia, at age 66. {FGID: 107054835}
Notes: Funeral services for Isabel Parrott, 68, of 303 Pinewood Drive, Dublin, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, in the chapel of Townsend Funeral Home, Interment will be in Dublin Memorial Gardens. Mrs.
Parrott died Saturday night in a local hospital.
A native of Folkston, Mrs. Parrott was the daughter of the late Shovine Anderson Lowrimore and the late Utola Mundy Lowrimore. She was a member of the Church of God and had been a resident of Dublin for the past 22 years. She was. a registered nurse and was retired from the Dublin VA Center.
The family will receive friends at Townsend Funeral Home from 7:30-9 p.m., today. The body will be placed in state at Townsend Funeral Home until the funeral hour. Townsend Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.
Source: Townsend Brothers Funeral Home, Dublin, Ga.
Obituary Edited To Protect The Privacy Of the Living
Posted on Find a Grave 107054835
The child from this marriage was:
81 F i. Billye Parrott was born in Oct 1941 in Georgia and died on 12 Dec 2020, at age 79.
53. Jerry B. Parrott (Robert Richard3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 11 Mar 1924 in Gainesville, Hall Co., Georgia and died on 10 May 2014 in Georgia, at age 90. {FGID: 129640127}
Notes: J.B. Parrott, age 90, of Palmetto, GA, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2014, at his residence. He was born in Gainesville, Georgia, to Polly Smith Parrott and Richard Parrott. He served in the US Army during WWII and was a brick mason with Holder Construction. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard Parrot, a brother, William Harry Parrott, and sisters, Virginia Quinton and Inell Warr. Survivors include: his wife, Mary Elizabeth Gammons Parrott; daughters, Debra (Donnie) Green of Powder Springs and Janice Alexander of Winston; sons, Gary (Janice) Parrott of Winston, Bobby (Nancy) Parrott and Lewis (Alicia) Parrott, of Dallas, Larry Parrott of Atlanta, Terry (Bridgette) Parrott of Ellijay, Barry Parrott of Marietta, Roy Lee (Vicky) Alexander of Blairsville, and Wayne Alexander of Winston; twenty-one grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 12, 2014, in the chapel of Holly Hill Funeral Home, 431 SW Broad Street, Fairburn, GA at 2:00 p.m. Dr. Gene Tyre will officiate. Internment will follow at Providence Baptist Church Cemetery, Palmetto, GA.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, May 12, 2014
Jerry married Margaret Louise Jenkins. Margaret was born on 28 Sep 1926 in Center Hill, Fulton Co., Georgia and died on 5 Dec 1996 in Marietta, Cobb Co., Georgia, at age 70. {FGID: 89556831}
Notes: Margaret J. Parrott, 70, textile worker
Margaret Jenkins Parrott, 70, of Marietta died Thursday. Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Winkenhofer-Flint Hill Funeral Home, with the Rev. Lee Strickland officiating. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery in Paulding County.
An Atlanta native, Mrs. Parrott lived most of her life in Cobb County. She was a textile worker with Clarkdale Mill and later was employed as an assembler with Bosch Corporation in Lithia Springs. She was Baptist.
Survivors include seven sons, Bobby Parrott, Louis Parrott and Larry Parrott, all of Dallas, Richard Parrott of Hilliard, Ohio, Terry Parrott of Ellijay, Gary Parrott of Douglasville and Barry Parrott of Marietta; one brother, Horace Jankins of Marietta; two sisters, Elizabeth "Bitt" Gay of Temple and Jeanie Jones of Hiram; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Unsourced clipping added to Ancestry by jimwalker915 on 9/7/2018.
The child from this marriage was:
82 M i. Richard Allen Parrott was born on 1 Feb 1947 in Georgia and died on 11 Sep 2007 in Powder Springs, Cobb Co., Georgia, at age 60. {FGID: 149945998}
The child from this marriage was:
+ 83 M i. Larry D. Parrott was born on 21 Mar 1952 in Georgia and died on 6 Aug 2014, at age 62.
54. James Walker Parrott (Robert Richard3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 4 Jul 1925 in Porterdale, Newton Co., Georgia and died on 10 Nov 2016 in Trinity, Pasco Co., Florida, at age 91.
Notes: PARROTT, James W.
died Nov. 10, 2016. He is survived by his loving children, Karen Bouchard, Cheryl Harris, Jamie Holcomb, Cindy McCall, and Kelly Ware; 7 grandchildren. Trinity Memorial Garden -
Tampa Bay Times, Nov. 13, 2016
James married Zilpha Moore. The marriage ended in divorce on 19 Dec 1990. Zilpha was born on 16 Feb 1932 and died on 18 Jan 2022 in Florida, at age 89.
Notes: PARROTT, Zilpha M. "Zip" 89, passed away January 18, 2022. She is survived by a daughter, Karen Bouchard; son, Garry McJunkin; along with six grandchildren, Leah, Adam, Ricky, Garry, Beth and Chad; 22 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grand-children. Family graveside service will be Friday, Feb. 4. Curlew Hills Funeral Home
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/tampabaytimes/name/zilpha-parrott-obituary?id=32652073
58. Frank Hudson Parrott Jr. (Frank Hudson Sr.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 12 Oct 1938 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee and died on 6 Oct 1997 in Waynesboro, Franklin Co., Pennsylvania, at age 58. {FGID: 49617655}
Notes: WAYNESBORO, Pa. - Ret. Chief Petty Officer Frank H. Parrott Jr., 58, of 11287 Woodside Drive, died Monday, Oct. 6, 1997, at Waynesboro Hospital.
Born Oct. 12, 1938, in Chattanooga, Tenn., he was the son of the late Frank H. Parrott Sr. and Ione Puryear Parrott. He lived his early life in Miami.
He was a 1956 graduate of North Miami High School, where he served as class president. He received his associates degree from Olympia College, Bremerton, Wash.
He retired from the U.S. Navy after 23 years in the military. He served during the Vietnam War abroad and various parts in the U.S. He retired in 1979. He was employed as a civilian contractor at Fort Meade for Lockheed-Martin and retired in 1995.
He was a member of Emmanuel Southern Baptist Church, Gambrills, Md. He was a member of the Fleet Reserve and National AARP.
He is survived by his wife, Suzanne V. Bryant Parrott, whom he married on Dec. 21, 1962; one daughter, Sheila K. Parrott of Ellicott City, Md.; one son, Tony T. Parrott of Gambrills; two sisters, Mary Howe of LaFayette, Ga., and Barbara Williams of Atlanta; one brother, Raymond Parrott of LaFayette; two aunts; nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Kenneth Parrott.
Services will be Friday at 1:30 p.m. at Grove Funeral Home, 50 S. Broad St., Waynesboro. The Rev. Robin Shefflett will officiate. Burial will be in Green Hill Cemetery, Waynesboro. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.
The Herald-Mail, (Hagerstown, MD) - October 6, 1997
59. William Thomas Parrott (Thomas M.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 11 Aug 1931 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 31 Oct 1993 in Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 62. {FGID: 125923877}
The child from this marriage was:
84 M i. William Scott Parrott was born on 13 Apr 1960 and died on 4 May 2023 in Rocky Face, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 63.
Notes: William "Bill" Parrott, age 63, of Rocky Face, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Parrott; grandparents, Tom and Lestie Parrott, Oscar and Estelle Beavers. Mr. Parrott was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by his mother, Betty Parrott of Rocky Face; God child, Tiffany and Ross Hicks of Chatsworth; aunts, Linda Weeks of Dalton, Gladys Credelle of Chatsworth, Peggy Beavers of Dalton; uncle, Randy Beavers of Eton. Cousins and many friends also survive.
The funeral service will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Rocky Face Chapel of Julian Peeples Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Crider officiating. Burial will be at Holly Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home after the service. Messages of comfort may be sent to the family at www.julianpeeples.com. Funeral arrangements are by Julian Peeples Funeral Home, Rocky Face. For more information, call 706-272-9777.
https://www.julianpeeples.com/obituaries/William-Parrott?obId=27870304#/celebrationWall
Fifth Generation (2nd Great-Grandchildren)
61. Ralph Parrott (Arthur Hamilton4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 27 Dec 1920 in Seminole, Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 26 Feb 2002 in Fresno, Fresno Co., California, at age 81. {FGID: 83167521}
Notes: PARROTT, RALPH,Graveside services for Ralph Parrott, 81, of Fresno will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Clovis District Cemetery. Mr. Parrott, a printer at The Fresno Bee for 28 years before retiring, died Tuesday. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to noon Friday at Boice Funeral Home. Remembrances may be sent to Children's Hospital Central California, NICU Department, 9300 Valley Children's Place, Madera, CA 93638.
The Fresno Bee, February 28, 2002, p B6
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Born in Seminole, OK, on December 27, 1920, Ralph passed away on February 26, 2002, in Fresno, CA, at the age of 81. He joined the Fresno Bee in 1956 where he was a printer until his retirement in January of 1983.
Ralph entered the U.S. Army in 1942, and served his country in WWII. He saw action in North Africa, Sicily, Normandy, and Central Europe.
Ralph will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to many.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Reba; son, Ron Parrott and his wife, Pamela; grandchild, Jennifer Gatley and her husband Michael; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Hannah, and Ethan Gatley; brother, Arnold Parrott, and sister, Dessie Jennings.
Visitation will be held at Boice Funeral Home, on Friday, March 1, 2002, from 9:00 A.M. to noon.
Graveside Services will be held at the Clovis District Cemetery, on Friday, March 1, 2002, at 2:00 p.m.
The family asks everyone to wear a smile and bring a story to share in celebration of Ralph's life.
Remembrances may be sent to Children's Hospital Central California, NICU Department, 9300 Valley Children's Place, Madera, CA 93638.
The Fresno Bee, 01 Mar 2002
Ed Mosby originally shared this Ancestry on 20 Aug 2021
Ralph married Reba Kathlene Detter Morphis on 21 May 1946 in Seminole, Seminole Co., Oklahoma. Reba was born on 3 Oct 1925 in Arkansas and died on 16 May 2013 in Fresno, Fresno Co., California, at age 87. {FGID: 231010580}
Notes: REBA K. PARROTT
Reba passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2013, at the age of 87. Reba loved her great-grandkids and S.F. Giants! She served her country by working as a "Rosie the Riveter" during WWII. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph; brothers, Hoyt and Herman Morphis; and sister, Wanda Chiasson. She is survived by two sons, Ron Parrott and his wife Pamela, and Martin Tippie and his wife Gayle; her granddaughter, Jen- nifer and her husband Michael Gatley; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Hannah, Ethan, and Faith Gatley; and her sister, Dorothy Fowble. Visitation will be held at Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Funeral Home on Monday, May 20, 2013 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Graveside Service will be held at Clovis Cemetery on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Remembrances may be made at www.autismspeaks.org Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Funeral Home, 1525 East Saginaw Way, Fresno, California (559)227-4048
The Fresno Bee, May 19, 2013
62. Ray Parrott (Arthur Hamilton4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 25 Apr 1923 in Seminole, Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 23 Oct 1989 in Fresno Co., California, at age 66. {FGID: 68292246}
Ray married Lola Mae Dennis. Lola was born on 5 Jul 1925 in Lampasas Co., Texas and died on 22 May 1987 in Earlimart, Tulare Co., California, at age 61. {FGID: 68292245}
63. Arnold Parrott (Arthur Hamilton4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 25 Feb 1925 in Seminole, Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 24 Oct 2010 in Humboldt Co., California, at age 85. {FGID: 142046733}
Notes: Perjury Charge Results In Road Map Sentence
Arnold Parrott, Pixley, today is serving a 90 day road camp sentence imposed by Judge Glenn Moran on a charge of perjury.
Parrott admitted he lied during a justice court hearing in Pixley in an effort to save his brother, Allen L. Parrott, and Edward Aaron from San Quentin sentences on charges of burglary.
Allen Parrott and Aaron were sentenced to San Quentin a week ago.
Tulare Advance Register, 13 Mar 1950, p 1
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Arnold Parrott
Was born February 25, 1925 and left this world to go have his dancing appointment with his wife, that he was waiting for, on October 24, 2010, on his wife's birthday. He lived in Carlotta for 49 years on Johnson Lane and made most of the neighbors his family. Most people know him as 'AP' and he has left an impression in everyone's heart 'GOOD OR BAD'. He is preceded in death by his wife Ruby Geraldine Parrott, his son Douglas Arnold Parrott, his Mother and Father, 2 sisters, and 4 brothers. Arnold and Ruby were married December 14th, 1946 and spent 50 wonderful years together. He enjoyed Hunting, Fishing, and being with his family. He had a passion for brushing his granddaughters' and great granddaughter's hair and taking his grandsons out hunting or fishing, just to spend some quality time with them. His 3 children Dennis, Doug, and Fawn were the love of his life. He is survived by his son Dennis Parrott and wife Gina Parrott, his daughter Fawn Fletcher and husband Steven Fletcher, his grand-children: Jackson Parrott, Trevor Fletcher and wife Amber Fletcher, Tracee Fletcher, Raina Parrott, Michael Patterson (Parrott), Travis Fletcher, and Kalyn Parrott and 5 Great Grand-Children: Cassius Klinetobe (Parrott), Austin Fletcher, Alyssa Fletcher, Lane Fletcher and Cade Parrott. Then there are two special boys that he considered his great-grandchildren as well: Jordan and Payton Klinetobe and their mother Melonie. 'AP' loved the outdoors and spent many safaris with numerous friends (you guys know what safari means?). The Johnson Family were people that became like family, as well as Danny Conley and many others that held a special place in his heart. Come join us in the celebration of Arnold Parrott's life on Saturday, November sixth, 2010 at 2:00 P.M., at the Carlotta Grange. It is pot luck so bring a dish and your own drinks' whatever that may be'. Please write out a page of your memories with 'AP' with either a picture of you and Arnold together, or just one of you to put in a Memory Scrapbook. We All Love you and will miss you. Arrangements are under the directions of Gobles Fortuna Mortuary, Fortuna, California. Please sign the guest book at www.Times-Standard.com, click obits.
Times-Standard, October 30, 2010
Arnold married Ruby Geraldine Pearson on 14 Dec 1946. Ruby was born on 24 Oct 1927 in Spiro, Le Flore Co., Oklahoma and died on 14 Oct 2005 in Carotta, Humboldt Co., California, at age 77. {FGID: 142046753}
Notes: Ruby Geraldine Parrott Ruby Geraldine Parrott passed away October 14, 2005, just 10 days short of her 78th birthday. She was born October 24, 1927, in Spiro, Oklahoma. She loved holidays with her adored family, especially Christmas where she was surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She touched so many lives with her kindness and compassion. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She is survived by her loving husband, Arnold Parrot of 58 years; her children, Fawn and her husband Steve, Doug, Dennis and his wife Gina; and her grandchildren, Trevor, Tracee, Travis, Raina, Michael, Kalyn, Aretha, and Jackson. Her great grandchildren, Austin, Alyssa, Cassius, Robert, Latesha; and her brother, Cecil Pearson also survive her. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Irene Pearson and her brothers, Jay and Bo Pearson. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday October 19, 2005, at 11:00 A.M. at Ocean View Cemetery in Eureka with Pastor Rod Sanderson officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Goble's Fortuna Mortuary, Fortuna. Please sign the guest book at www.times-standard.com. Click on obits.
Times-Standard, October 18, 2005
The child from this marriage was:
+ 85 M i. Douglas J. Parrott was born on 20 Nov 1950 in Kern Co., California and died on 1 Jan 2009 in Carotta, Humboldt Co., California, at age 58.
64. Allen Lee Parrott (Arthur Hamilton4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 6 Apr 1927 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 2 Nov 1967 in Los Angeles Co., California, at age 40.
Notes: Perjury Charge Results In Road Map Sentence
Arnold Parrott, Pixley, today is serving a 90 day road camp sentence imposed by Judge Glenn Moran on a charge of perjury.
Parrott admitted he lied during a justice court hearing in Pixley in an effort to save his brother, Allen L. Parrott, and Edward Aaron from San Quentin sentences on charges of burglary.
Allen Parrott and Aaron were sentenced to San Quentin a week ago.
Tulare Advance Register, 13 Mar 1950, p 1
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PARROTT, Allen L., age 40, of Northridge. Passed away November 2, 1967. Survived by his wife Hazel E. Parrott; daughters Deborah, Rita and Mary Ellen Parrott; parents Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Parrott; brothers Ralph, Ray, Arnold and Robert Parrott; sisters Mrs. Dessie McEntire and Mrs. Wanda Dudley Funeral Services will be Monday 12 noon at the J.T. Oswald Reseda Mortuary.
S.F. Valley Times 03 Nov 1967, p 26
Allen married Hazel Evelyn Mattison. Hazel was born on 21 Nov 1932 in Creighton, Pennington Co., South Dakota and died on 3 Oct 2003 in Northridge, Los Angeles Co., California, at age 70. {FGID: 226238178}
The child from this marriage was:
86 F i. Deborah Sue Parrott was born on 15 Dec 1955 in Mendocino Co., California and died on 18 Feb 2007, at age 51. {FGID: 226238456}
Notes: DEBORAH SUE PARROTT DiGIUSEPPE Dec. 15, 1955 - Feb. 18, 2007 On Sunday, February 18, Debbie became our Angel in Heaven. She passed away surrounded by her loving family including Kelly. Her strength, courage and fighting spirit served her well through a long battle with cancer. Throughout her odyssey, she has been a positive and loving inspiration to us all. At last she is at peace, and her beautiful smile and laugh will live on in our hearts forever. Funeral services will be held at noon, on Saturday, February 24, 2007, at St. Bernardine of Siena Church, 24410 Calvert St., Woodland Hills, CA 91367. In lieu of flowers, Debbie requested donations be made in her name to The Wellness Community, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361.
Daily News of Los Angeles, February 21, 2007
67. Wanda Marie Parrott (Arthur Hamilton4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 14 Oct 1936 in Sulphur, Murray Co., Oklahoma and died on 21 Oct 1997 in Kern Co., California, at age 61.
Wanda married Leon Kenton Dudley. Leon was born on 20 Jun 1936 in Wapanuka, Johnston Co., Oklahoma and died on 13 Jul 1987 in Kern Co., California, at age 51.
The child from this marriage was:
87 F i. Tami Elaine Dudley-Parrott was born on 13 Nov 1958 in Delano, Kern Co., California and died on 31 Oct 2016 in Tehachapi, Kern Co., California, at age 57.
68. "Blue" Doyle Parrott Jr. (Doyl Gordon Sr.4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 17 Aug 1924 in Prague, Lincoln Co., Oklahoma and died on 23 Jul 2007 in Midwest City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma, at age 82. {FGID: 57730951}
Notes: PARROTT
Doyle "Blue" Parrott, 82, of Midwest City, passed away on Mon., July 23, 2007. Doyle was born to Doyle Gordon and Otie (Golden) Parrott in Prague, OK on August 17, 1924. On August 21, 1948, Doyle married Irene Wood in Seminole, OK. Doyle came to Midwest City in July of 1950, previously living in the Capitol Hill area. He was an Army WWII Veteran, a member of Wickline United Methodist Church, being part of the NOAH group, the MWC Lions Club being a Melvin Jones fellow award honoree, Moose Lodge and the American Legion. He worked at S.W. Bell for 35 yrs., being a member of the "Telephone Pioneers". He also worked 8 yrs. at Westell. Doyle is preceded in death by his parents, and survived by wife, Irene; daughter, Sandy Brown; 2 sons, Brad Parrott & wife Brenda and Steve Parrott & wife Gayla; 6 grandchildren, Brandy Pennington, Brandon Parrott, Dustin MacDonald, Brady Vera, Payton Patterson, and Chelsea Langworthy; 7 great- grandchildren, Gavin, Bailey, Natalie, Gracie, Paisley, Avery, Presley; brother, Joe, sister Doylene; 2 close cousins; and many other relatives. Funeral service will be held on 10:00 AM, Friday, July 27, 2007 at Wickline United Methodist Church. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM at Maple Grove Cemetery in Seminole, OK.Barnes & Johnson Funeral Home, 1820 S. Douglas Blvd, Midwest City 733-2991
The Oklahoman, July 26, 2007 p 15A
"Blue" married Irene Wood on 21 Aug 1948 in Seminole Co., Oklahoma. Irene was born on 8 Nov 1925. {FGID: 176044984}
Marriage Notes: VOWS FOR MISS WOOD, DOYLE PARROTT JR. SOLEMNIZED IN HOME CEREMONY
Vows for Miss Irene Wood, of Oklahoma City, granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.F. Kline sr., Hartshorne and Doyle Parrott, Oklahoma City, son of Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Parrott sr., Tecumseh, were read Aug 21 at 3:30 p.m. in the home of Mr. and Mrs. L.G. Goodman, 1421 Haskell street. Rev. Gilbert Burch performed the double-ring ceremony before a background of palms and garden flowers.
Proceeding the ceremony, a program of nuptial music was presented, which included "A Tree in the Meadow" and "I Love You Truly" (Bond).
Mrs. Anna Lou McClure, of Hartshorne attended the bride as maid of honor. She was attired in a grey crepe dress with white assesories (sic). She wore a pink carnation corsage and matching flowers in her hair.
The bride work a steel blue crepe suit with white accessories. She carried a white Bible topped with white carnations and tube roses. She also wore the traditional something old, new, borrowed and blue and a penny in her shoe.
Bob O'Neal, of Tecumseh, served as best man for the bridegroom. Immediately following the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Goodman were hosts at a reception. Mrs. W.N. Goodman assisted the hostess in the dining room. Alma Colgan and Juanita Allison were in charge of the guest book. Mrs. Miriam Goodman presided at the punch bowl.
Following a wedding trip to Hot Springs, Ark., the couple is at home in Oklahoma City, where he is employed by the Southwestern Bell Telephone Co.
Mrs. Parrott was graduated from Hartshorne high schol (sic) He is a Tecumseh high school graduate and attended the University of Oklahoma, Norman.
Out of town guests included <snip>.
Seminole Producer, 29 Aug 1948, p 9
The child from this marriage was:
+ 88 M i. Bradley Doyle Parrott was born on 16 Dec 1952 in Midwest City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma and died in Midwest City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.
69. Joe Harold Parrott (Doyl Gordon Sr.4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 13 Jun 1932 in Sulphur, Murray Co., Oklahoma and died on 10 Jul 2009 in Davis, Murray Co., Oklahoma, at age 77. {FGID: 41810878}
Notes: Funeral services for Joe H. Parrott of Davis were held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2009, in Hale's Memorial Chapel with Pastor Willard McCartney Jr. officiating. Interment followed in the Green Hill Cemetery at Davis.
Joe was born on June 13, 1932, in Sulphur to Doyle and Eva (Wilson) Parrott. He died on Friday, July 10, 2009, in Oklahoma City at the age of 77. Joe and Wanda L. Veach were married on May 18, 1960, in Gainesville, Texas.
After graduating from Sulphur High School, Joe joined the U.S. Army where he served two years during the Korean Conflict. After his military service, he worked as a pipe fitter in the oil field. Joe's favorite pastime was fishing. He enjoyed a full and happy life.
Survivors include: his wife, Wanda; one daughter, Tricia Day and husband, Dale; four sons, Kenneth Parrott and wife, Tammi, Steve Parrott and wife, Cheerie, Timmy Parrott and G.W. Cross and wife, Stacy; two special nieces, Vanita Payne and Sandra Elliott; one special nephew, Randy Brewer; 10 granchildren, Nicole, Carson, Conner, Cody, Camie and Angel Parrott, Josh Nava, Joel and wife, Morgan, Jeff and Tiffany Day, and eight great-grandchildren.
Joe was preceded in death by his mother, Eva, and one grandson, Kenneth Doyle Parrott Jr.
Serving as pallbearers were Mark Stearman, Cavin Jones, Bobby Ray Walker, Jerry Ingram and Brian Beesley.
Services were entrusted to Hale's Funeral Home of Davis.
The Davis News, July 15, 2009
Joe married Wanda Louise Veach on 18 May 1960 in Gainesville, Cooke Co., Texas. Wanda was born on 6 Apr 1940 in Wynnewood, Garvin Co., Oklahoma and died on 22 Jul 2017 in Wellington, Collingsworth Co., Texas, at age 77. {FGID: 181944083}
Notes: Funeral services for Wanda Louise Parrott, 77, Davis, were held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 25, at Hale's Memorial Chapel in Davis, with Pastor Willard McCartney, Jr. officiating. Interment followed at the Green Hill Cemetery in Davis under the direction of Hale's Funeral Home of Davis. Wanda was born April 6, 1940 in Wynnewood View to the late Alvin and Margaret "Maggie" (Ladd) Veach. She died Saturday, July 22, in Wellington, Texas. She and Joe H. Parrott were married on May 18, 1960 in Gainesville, Texas. He preceded her in death on July 10, 2009. Wanda was a lifetime resident of the Davis area. During her working career, she worked at the Sulphur Sewing Factory, Chicago Miniature Lamps in Wynnewood and several area retail stores and restaurants. Wanda greatly enjoyed raising flowers, especially roses. She also enjoyed watching the hummingbirds feed and caring for her dog. Survivors include one daughter, Tricia Day and husband Dale of Wellington, Texas; three sons, Kenneth Parrott and wife Tammi, Steve Parrott and Timmy Parrott, all of Davis; nine grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and one sister, Goldie Marie Blevins. In addition to her parents and husband, Wanda was preceded in death by one grandson, Kenneth Doyle Parrott, Jr.
https://www.sulphurtimes.com/obituaries/wanda-louise-parrott
72. Alton Curtis Parrott (Richard C.4, James Marion3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 14 Nov 1921 in Kingston, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, died on 21 Mar 1976 in Marshall Co., Oklahoma, at age 54, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 139260257.
Alton married Alice Mary Krause on 10 Sep 1945 in Grayson Co., Texas. Alice was born on 31 Dec 1922 in Aylesworth, Marshall Co., Oklahoma, died on 2 May 1996 in Fort Gibson, Muskogee Co., Oklahoma, at age 73, and was buried in Find A Grave Memorial# 139260211.
74. Gary Dale Parrott (Edgar Felix4, Edgar Clifford3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 2 Apr 1933 in Alma, Crawford Co., Arkansas and died on 9 Mar 2013 in Denison, Grayson Co., Texas, at age 79. {FGID: 106601674}
75. Edgar Anthony Parrott (Edgar Felix4, Edgar Clifford3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 6 Aug 1947 in Wewoka, Seminole Co., Oklahoma and died on 28 Oct 2004 in Richardson, Dallas Co., Texas, at age 57. {FGID: 72594163}
Notes: Parrott, Lt. Col. Edgar Anthony "Tony", USAR-ret., passed away Thursday, October 28 in his home in Richardson, Texas, after a year long battle with cancer. Born August 6, 1947, in Wewoka, Oklahoma, to Felix and Oletta Parrott, formerly of Kosciusko, Mississippi, Tony graduated from Kosciusko High School in Kosciusko, Mississippi, in 1965. After attending Mississippi State University, he joined the Army in 1968, serving in the Vietnam War in 1969 and 1970 as a Cobra helicopter gunship pilot. For his heroism Tony was twice decorated with the Distinguished Flying Cross in addition to numerous other medals. While continuing on active duty in the army for the next seven years, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Troy State University. He continued as an Army Reservist for the next twenty years, serving in the Persian Gulf War in 1991, retiring in 1996. Tony's civilian career began in sales including twelve years with General Electric and concluded as an IT manager for Computer Sciences Corporation.
Tony is survived by his loving wife, Paula "Polly" Boone Parrott originally of Montgomery, Alabama; four children, Anthony Christian Parrott, Aubrey Matthew Parrott and Amy Franklin of Richardson and Angela Parrott Britt of Quinlan, Texas; five grandsons, Trey Frankln, Evan Parrott, Brian Brooks, Robert and Jimmy Britt; a brother, Gary Parrott of Sallisaw, Oklahoma and a sister, Pamela Parrott Smith of Knoxville, Tennessee; a nephew, Adjryche Channing and three nieces, Jan Ellis, Joni Trosin and Jill Parrott.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday. November 2, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 12727 Hillcrest, Dallas, TX, 75230 with visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the narthex of the church, funeral service following at 10 a.m. A military burial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Dallas-Ft. Worth Veterans' National Cemetery in Dallas, Texas.
Arrangements are being handled by Eastgate Funeral Home, LBJ@Northwest Highway. 972-270-6116.
Montgomery Advertiser, 31 Oct 2004, p 4C
Edgar next married Karen Sue Kosan on 31 Dec 1970 in Dallas Co., Texas. Karen was born on 13 Sep 1949 in Dallas Co., Texas and died on 5 Mar 2011 in Dallas Co., Texas, at age 61. Another name for Karen was Karen Sue Kosanovich. {FGID: 103480942}
77. Col. Thomas Vance Parrott (Vance DeForrest4, Cecil Strathmore Sr.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 22 Nov 1937 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee and died on 16 Oct 1998 in Atlanta, Dekalb Co., Georgia, at age 60.
Notes: Deceased Name: Thomas Parrott
DALTON, Ga. -- Lt. Col. Thomas Vance Parrott of Marietta, Ga., formerly of Dalton, died Friday, Oct. 16, 1998, at an Atlanta hospital.
He was 60. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force after 23 years. He had been a Vietnam War prisoner of war for six years. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jane Parrott.
Survivors include his wife, Millie Runyan Parrott; a daughter, Caroline Devereaux, Lawrenceville, Ga.; father, Vance Parrott, Dalton; and three grandchildren.
Services will be Monday at 2 p.m. at Love Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Marlin officiating. Burial will be in Whitfield Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Chattanooga Times Free Press, October 17, 1998, p A6
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From Find a Grave:
On August 12, 1967, Capt. Edwin L. Atterberry and Capt. Thomas V. Parrott were sent on a reconnaissance mission over Ha Bac Province, North Vietnam. Two RF-4's were in formation, about 10 miles northeast of the city of Gia Lam. Parrot's aircraft was tracked and hit by a SAM and the crew was forced to eject. Upon landing, Parrot was unconscious for about a week or so.
Both Atterberry and Parrott were captured by the North Vietnamese, and moved to the Hanoi prison system. There they joined other Americans captured before them. They discovered that despite rigorous training, they were not fully prepared for capture by the North Vietnamese.
Thomas V. Parrott was released from Hanoi on March 14, 1973. He served five and one-half years as a POW.
Thomas Parrott resided in Georgia with his wife Millie, until his death on October, 16, 1998. Tom suffered for many years with kidney complications (result of captivity) and underwent a transplant before his death. He was buried at Memorial Gardens cemetery in Georgia.
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Local history: Three local Vietnam POWs said to be returning after cease-fire in war 50 years ago
January 28, 2023 at 12:01 p.m., by Clint Cooper
Fifty years ago this week, on Jan. 28, 1973, the ceasefire effectively ending the war in Vietnam went into effect.
With that announcement in local papers, three Chattanooga area prisoners of war were said to be among a final group of captives on the verge of being returned to the United States.
<snip>
Maj. Thomas Parrott, a Dalton, Ga., resident, was shot down near Hanoi on Aug. 12, 1967, and would spent five and a half years in captivity. <snip>
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2023/jan/28/local-history-three-local-vietnam-pows-said-to-be/
Parrott, once back in Georgia, told of punishments that included constant kicks in the ribs, being kept awake for weeks straight and continual beating by a "goon squad" for four days.
Ultimately, he said, he agreed after weeks of torture in 1968 to make antiwar statements before newsmen from Japan, Cuba and Kuwait in order to avoid "some crippling physical damage." <snip>
Parrott's wife and relatives didn't know his fate for the first seven months after he was shot down, but his wife saw him in one of the filmed statements that were made of his "confession" that said Americans couldn't win the war. Back in Tennessee both Grant and Sparks had "days" proclaimed in their honor by then-Gov. Winfield Dunn, and Parrott had thousands turn out for a parade in his honor in Dalton. <snip>
Parrott died in 1998 of kidney complications as a result of his captivity. <snip>
Thomas married Millie Elaine Runyan on 26 Jun 1960 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia. Millie was born on 15 Jan 1941 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 5 Aug 2003 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia, at age 62.
Marriage Notes: Miss Runyan Married to Thomas V. Parrott
DALTON, Ga. - South Dalton Baptist Church formed the setting June 26 for the wedding of Miss Millie Elaine Runyan and Lt. Thomas Vance Parrott. The Rev. Thad Osborne was the officiating minister.
Mr. and Mrs. F.T. Runyan are parents of the bride, and Mr. and Mrs. Vance Parrott are the bridegroom's parents.
<snip>
Lt. Parrott and his bride left for California and to Mather AFB, where Lt. Parrott will be stationed and they will make their home.
The Chattanooga Times, 17 Jul 1960, p 40
Notes: Mrs. Millie Parrott, age 62 of Dalton departed this life on Tuesday at the Hamilton Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lt. Col. Thomas V. Parrott; and her father, F.T. Runyan.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church, the Judd Woman's Club and the Pilot Club.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Caroline and Richard Devereaux of Lawrenceville; mother, Geraldine Swan Runyan of Dalton.
Brother and sister-in-law, Kenny and Sally Runyan of St.Simons Island; grandchildren, Dustin Vance Deveraux, Charles David Devereaux and Walker Runyan Devereaux, all of Lawrenceville.
Services were held on Friday at the First United Methodist Church with the Dr. Joe Peabody and the Rev. Larry Marlin officiating.
Unsourced obit posted on Find a Grave
78. Joseph Henry Parrott Jr. (Joseph Henry Sr.4, Cecil Strathmore Sr.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 19 Jul 1943 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee and died on 8 Jun 2019 in Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 75. {FGID: 200761373}
Notes: Parrott, Joseph H., Jr.
Played Football For Red Bank High School And University Of Kentucky
Joseph H. Parrott, Jr., 75, of Ooltewah, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2019.
Joe was born in Chattanooga to the late Joseph Henry Parrott, Sr. and Edith May (Davis) Parrott.
He played football for Red Bank High School and then went on to play for University of Kentucky Wildcats.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Ann Parrott and his sister, Helen.
He is survived by his son, Jody Parrott and wife Rhsea; daughter, Jade Worley and husband, Mike; five grandchildren, Brett Parrott, Brooke Parrott, Michael Dawson Worley, Bennet Worley, and Audrey Jade Worley; and sister, Barbara.
The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11, at Chattanooga Funeral Home North Chapel, Hixson.
Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in the Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements are under the care of the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson.
https://www.chattanoogan.com/2019/6/9/391680/Parrott-Joseph-H.-Jr..aspx
Joseph married Audrey Ann Hourigan. Audrey was born on 15 Oct 1950 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee and died on 6 May 2018 in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 67. {FGID: 189569335}
Notes: Mrs. Audrey Ann Parrott, 67, of Chattanooga, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2018. Audrey was a native of Chattanooga, born on October 15, 1950 to the late Edgar Lee and Mary Ann (Vuturo) Hourigan. She is survived by her husband, Joseph H. Parrott Jr.; son, Jody Parrott and wife Rhsea; daughter, Jade Worley and husband, Mike; 5 grandchildren, Brett Parrott, Brooke Parrott, Michael Dawson Worley, Bennet Worley, and Audrey Jade Worley. The family will receive friends from 1-3 pm on Tuesday, May 8th at Chattanooga Funeral Home North Chapel, Hixson. Funeral services will follow at 3 pm in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in the Hamilton Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the care of the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/hixson-tn/audrey-parrott-7843350
80. Deforrest Valvard Parrott (Valvard D. Jr.4, Valvard Deforest Sr.3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 1 Jan 1935 in Dalton, Whitfield Co., Georgia and died on 4 Mar 2023 in Georgia, at age 88.
Notes: The Daily Citizen, Dalton, GA
August 17, 2007
DeForrest Parrot to run for mayor
By Charles Oliver
Dalton voters will have at least four choices for mayor in November.
Former Dalton Utilities general manager DeForrest Parrott said Thursday he intends to run for the post. Current city councilman Terry Christie, former city councilman Chip Sellers and Advanced Insurance Strategies founder David Pennington have all announced they are seeking the seat. Current Mayor Ray Elrod, who has held the post for eight years, is not seeking re-election.
Parrott, 71, said the idea of running for mayor may have been planted in his mind back in 1950, when local Boy Scouts were given the opportunity to serve as honorary city officials for a day and he served as mayor.
Parrott said the biggest challenge facing city leaders is bringing in new businesses and new residents.
"I've always been involved in economic development in Dalton back with Dalton Utilities because we were the ones who would be supplying the electricity, the water and the gas," he said.
Parrott says he doesn't believe in giving some companies special incentives.
"If you give somebody something in the way of lower taxes, that means that somebody else will have to pick up this burden," he said.
Parrott said he wants to focus on policies that benefit everyone to entice people to the area.
He points to the city's Insurance Services Office (ISO) fire rating, one of the best in Georgia. He says that high rating translates into lower fire insurance rates for every resident and business in the city. He says working to maintain and improve that rating would make the city a more attractive place.
Parrott says his experience at Dalton Utilities was excellent preparation for him to serve as mayor.
"Dalton Utilities is tied very closely to the city as far as operation and knowing what is needed and how to provide for what is needed," he said.
Parrott served at Dalton Utilities during a period of growth for both the utility and the city.
During the mid-1990s the utility's wastewater treatment was investigated by the federal Environmental Protection Agency. Parrott said the utility eventually entered into a consent agreement with the EPA to make various changes in the way wastewater was handled.
"Some of those things were already in the mill to be done, so it was easy to agree to them," he said.
Parrott says part of the agreement was that he would have no role in the day-to-day operations of the wastewater system.
Parrott has been a resident of Dalton and Whitfield County for more than 69 years. He was educated in Dalton Public Schools, attended Georgia Tech and graduated from the University of Tennessee with a bachelor of science in engineering.
He and his wife Eugenia have two grown children, Jeff Parrott and Suzanne Logan, and three grandchildren. He has been a member of the Dalton First United Methodist Church for 61 years. He has been a member of the Dalton Rotary Club for more than 40 years. He was one of the founders of Leadership Dalton-Whitfield.
http://daltondailycitizen.com/local/x488810873/DeForrest-Parrot-to-run-for-mayor/print
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V. DeForrest Parrott, III, 87, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 4, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the son of the late V.D. Parrott Jr. and Evelyne Jones Parrott.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Eugenia Kellett Parrott, of the residence; son, Jeff Parrott (Allison) of Dalton, and daughter, Suzanne Parrott Wilkinson (Kraig) of Charleston SC; grandchildren, Natalie B. Zuspan of Dalton, Jeffrey Todd Parrott, Jr of Chicago IL, and Joshua T Parrott (Charlotte) of Paducah, KY; brother, Charles Parrott (Marie) of Rancho Mirage, CA; and, nieces and nephews.
DeForrest was a product of the Dalton Public School system. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, Troop 60 DFUMC. He attended Georgia Tech, and received a BS in Engineering from UTC. His faith, family, and friends were most important to him. He was a member of Dalton First United Methodist Church for 71 years. DeForrest was very involved with his children and grandchildren. He did everything from being a devoted band parent, to braving various overnight scout trips, to playing Mother Ginger in DTD's The Nutcracker. He and his wife were renowned square dancers for over 30 years. He started work with Dalton Utilities as an engineer and later retired as CEO and president of Dalton Utilities. Along with his father, he is credited for the expansive utility infrastructure for the carpet industry, which continues to serve Dalton today. He liked to give back to the community through various channels including being a founding member of Leadership Dalton/Whitfield as well as serving in the Dalton Rotary Club for over 50 years.
The family wishes to thank Chris Barrett, Jewell Jackson, Frances Jackson, and the staff at Regency Park for their kind services and loving care. The funeral and committal service will be Thursday, March 9, at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of Love Funeral Home with Dr. Robin Lindsey officiating. Interment will be in West Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Love Funeral Home, 1402 N. Thornton Ave, before the service from 12-2 p.m. Flowers are accepted or please feel free to make donations to one's favorite charity.
https://www.chattanoogan.com/2023/3/6/465179/Parrott-V.-DeForrest-III-Dalton.aspx
83. Larry D. Parrott (Jerry B.4, Robert Richard3, Jesse Bradford2, John W.1) was born on 21 Mar 1952 in Georgia and died on 6 Aug 2014, at age 62.
Larry married someone.
His child was:
89 M i. Robert Aaron Parrott was born on 12 Oct 1973 in Georgia.
Sixth Generation (3rd Great-Grandchildren)
85. Douglas J. Parrott (Arnold5, Arthur Hamilton4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 20 Nov 1950 in Kern Co., California and died on 1 Jan 2009 in Carotta, Humboldt Co., California, at age 58.
Notes: In loving memory of Douglas J. Parrott born Nov. 20, 1950, to Arnold and Ruby Parrott, residents of Carlotta, Calif., for 45 years. Our loving dad, brother, uncle and grandpa left us on Jan. 1, 2009. He is survived by his father, Arnold Parrott; twin brother, Dennis Parrott and wife Gina Parrott; sister, Fawn Fletcher and her husband Steven Fletcher. He also has two children, Jackson Parrott and Aretha Weir. As a loving grandpa, he has 3 grandchildren, Latisha Gray, Junior Gray and Cashus Parrott.
He is proceeded in death by his wife, Linda Parrott and mother, Ruby Geraldine Parrott. Douglas will be missed a lot by his friends and family. He was a baseball coach in McKinleyville and Fortuna. He also loved to sail. Douglas lived his life to the fullest and helped everyone that came into his life. A remenbrance gathering was held on Jan. 10 in Carlotta.
The Humboldt Beacon, January 15, 2009
Douglas married Linda Marie Sorensen on 14 Dec 1979 in Humboldt Co., California. Linda was born on 27 Feb 1954 in Ukiiah, Mendocino Co., California and died on 31 May 1997 in Mad River, Trinity Co., California, at age 43.
88. Bradley Doyle Parrott ("Blue" Doyle Jr.5, Doyl Gordon Sr.4, Monroe Lee3, Hamilton S.2, John W.1) was born on 16 Dec 1952 in Midwest City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma and died in Midwest City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.
Notes: Brad Parrott is Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs at the University of Texas at San Antonio. In his current assignment, Parrott is responsible for development, long range planning and community relations for the Athletic Department.
A native of Midwest City, Oklahoma, Parrott graduated from Central State University in Edmond, Oklahoma in 1975 with a bachelor's degree in journalism. From 1974 to 1978, he was a sports reporter with the Oklahoma City Times.
Parrott began a career with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in 1978 as a public relations manager in Oklahoma City. He progressed through a series of assignments in Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri and Texas. He retired from SBC Communications in June 2001 as Vice President-External Affairs for South Texas.
Parrott joined the UTSA Athletic Department staff in September 2001. His first assignment was Director-Community Relations and Promotions where he was responsible for the Department's outreach to the campus and community. He was promoted to his current position in June 2002.
Throughout his adult life, Parrott has been an active member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He has served on boards of directors in Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri. He currently serves on the Alamo Area FCA Board of Directors. Parrott also is a guest columnist for The San Antonio Christian Beacon.
Parrott and his wife Brenda have a son Brandon, 31, and daughter Bradie Vera, 26. They moved to San Antonio in March 1993 along with 400 other families as a result of the relocation of SBC's (now AT&T) corporate headquarters from St. Louis.
September 4, 2008
https://corporateaffairs.wordpress.com/2008/09/04/brad-d-parrott-bio/
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Brad Parrott is in his 10th year as a senior associate athletics director for external affairs after serving as the department's director of community relations for one year. In his current position, he is responsible for strategic planning, marketing and promotions and community relations.
He spent the previous 23 years with SBC (now AT&T) prior to arriving at UTSA in September 2001. In his last assignment at SBC, he was Area Vice President-External Affairs managing community and government relations operations throughout South Texas.
Prior to that Parrott worked in a variety of positions with SBC, including corporate communications, government relations, media relations, economic development, external affairs, advertising, employee communications and consumer affairs.
Parrott is a 1975 graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma with a bachelor's degree in journalism. While in college and before joining SBC, he was a sports reporter for the Oklahoma City Times for four years.
https://goutsa.com/staff-directory/brad-parrott/155
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