Family ID #: 058 in the Catalog of American P-rr-tt Families

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Spencer Parrott
family of Virginia
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  • The first known member of this family was born right before the Civil War, and his descendants remained in the area. it remains a very small family group. There may be more branches in the first generation, but like other African-Anerican families of the era, is very poorly documented. Use the results cautiously!

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    Updates & Corrections:
  • 20 Nov 2022: Added Hattie Parrott Jones Obit (2 persons)
  • 08 Dec 2018: Added 21 people from the family of Lorenzo Lee
  • 17 Dec 2017: Added the family of Arthur Leon (6 persons)
  • 25 Dec 2015: File established



  • 1. Spencer Parrott was born in 1855 in Virginia.

    Spencer married Bessie.

    The child from this marriage was:

    + 2 M    i. Spencer Lee Parrott was born on 25 May 1909 and died on 10 Sep 1963 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia at age 54.

    Second Generation (Children)


    2. Spencer Lee Parrott (Spencer1) was born on 25 May 1909 and died on 10 Sep 1963 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia at age 54.

    Spencer Lee married Julia Redell Bowman. Julia Redell was born on 24 Oct 1909 and died on 9 Dec 1972 in York Co., Virginia at age 63.

    Children from this marriage were:

    + 3 M    i. Lorenzo Lee Parrott was born on 27 Jan 1925 in York Co., Virginia and died on 29 Jan 2015 at age 90.

    + 4 F    ii. Cornelia Elizabeth Parrott was born on 9 Feb 1927 in York Co., Virginia and died on 27 Sep 2013 in York Co., Virginia at age 86.

       5 M    iii. Spencer Earl Parrott was born on 13 Sep 1935 in York Co., Virginia and died on 23 Mar 1959 in Richmond, Virgiinia at age 23. Another name for Spencer Earl was Spencer Lee Parrott.

    + 6 M    iv. Richard Alfonzo Parrott was born on 4 Mar 1942 in Virginia and died on 10 Nov 2015 in Virginia at age 73.

    + 7 M    v. Rayford Lavaughn Parrott was born on 22 Jun 1951 in York Co., Virginia and died on 18 Sep 2015 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia at age 64.

    Third Generation (Grandchildren)


    3. Lorenzo Lee Parrott (Spencer Lee2, Spencer1) was born on 27 Jan 1925 in York Co., Virginia and died on 29 Jan 2015 at age 90.

    General Notes: Mr. Lorenzo L. Parrott, Sr., 90, entered into his Heavenly home on Thursday, January, 29, 2015. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2015, in Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church. Mr. Parrott may be viewed from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday in the funeral home. Professional services have been entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185. 757-229-3011. whitingsfuneralhome.com Visit dailypress.com/obituaries to view and post condolences.

    Daily Press, February 5, 2015

    Lorenzo Lee married Oleanda Catherine Bartlett on 22 Apr 1947 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia. Oleanda Catherine was born on 18 Nov 1928 and died on 24 Nov 1961 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia at age 33.

    Children from this marriage were:

       8 F    i. Hattie Malinda Bartlett Parrott Jones was born on 13 Apr 1945 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia and died on 13 Apr 2022 in Virginia at age 77.

    General Notes: Hattie Malinda Bartlett Parrott-Jones
    April 13, 1945 ~ April 13, 2022 (age 77)

    Hattie was born on April 13, 1945, to Catherine and Lorenzo Parrott Sr, in Williamsburg, VA.

    She was educated in the York County Public School System graduating from James Weldon High School. After graduating, she decided that it was time for a change and moved to New York to live with her aunt in Brooklyn.

    While in New York she met and married Samuel Midgette. This union was blessed with three loving children, Angela, Steven, and Saundra. She later married the late Lorane Jones.

    Hattie came from a loving home and loved the Lord. She joined Mt. Moriah AME Church under Rev. Melvin D. Brown in the late '60s, serving on the usher board (now PMT), Celestial Choir, and the Lay Organization under the leadership of her current Pastor, Rev. Robert Lowe.

    Hattie loved helping others. This was evident in her thirty-five-year tenure as a Social Worker with DC37. Hattie was a Worthy Matron of the Order of Eastern Star, Star of Joppa Chapter in Queens, NY and later joined AKAR NO. 1 in Newark, NJ.

    Hattie loved to travel, go on cruises with family and friends, and dance. Overall, she just enjoyed life and good people. Her heart was big, never knowing when to say no. When things weren't going right, others had problems, family needed fixing; well Hattie was the rainbow in the midst of the cloud, making everything alright. Now we all know what her favorite saying was: "It is what it is". We will miss you dearly!

    Hattie was preceded in death by her parents, three aunts who lovingly raised her, a sister, niece, nephew, and uncles. She leaves fond memories with her children, Angela Midgette-David (Darryl), Steven Midgette, and Saundra Midgette; five loving grandchildren whom she adored, Brianna David, Delia David, Julia David, Robert Midgette, and Courtney Midgette; four brothers, Lorenzo Jr., Robert (Dorothy), Lawrence, and John (Lisa); four sisters, Brenda, Eloise, Gladys, and Zennie; along with other aunt's, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

    A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at Zion Baptist Church, with Rev. Valerie Matthews officiating. Interment to follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Parrott-Jones may be viewed in the church on Friday beginning at 1:00 p.m. until the time of her service. Facial coverings are required for all services.

    Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185. 757-229-3011 whitingsfuneralhome.com

    https://www.whitingsfuneralhome.com/obituary/Hattie-BartlettParrott-Jones

    Hattie Malinda Bartlett married Samuel L. Midgette. Samuel L. was born on 29 May 1941.

    Hattie Malinda Bartlett next married Lorane M. Jones. Lorane M. was born on 19 Dec 1930 in Darlington Co., South Carolina and died on 1 Apr 2004 in Jamaica, Queens Co., New York at age 73.

    + 9 F    ii. Loretta Parrott Demeritt was born on 1 Dec 1949 in York Co., Virginia and died on 27 Jun 2007 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia at age 57.

    4. Cornelia Elizabeth Parrott (Spencer Lee2, Spencer1) was born on 9 Feb 1927 in York Co., Virginia and died on 27 Sep 2013 in York Co., Virginia at age 86. Another name for Cornelia Elizabeth was Momma Pete Parrott.

    General Notes: On Friday, September 27, 2013, our Jesus came riding on a cloud and lifted our dear mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, relative and friend, Cornelia E. Parrott to eternal rest. Cornelia's life began February 9, 1927, the second eldest child of the late Spencer and J. Redell Parrott in York County, VA.

    At an early age, she confessed Christ as her Personal Savior and joined Mt. Gilead Baptist Church.

    She was employed as a domestic homemaker for Dr. Frank and Mrs. Fernandez where she helped raise their two sons Greg and Griffin Fernandez

    Momma Pete as she was so affectionately called had such a special way about her. Her love for her family was apparent to all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her brother Earl Parrott and a son in law John K. Roots and special friend Earl Bartlett. Momma Pete leaves to cherish fond and loving memories with her daughters; Ann Roots, Jean Berkley, and Zennie Parrott and her sons; Leon (Jean), Frank (Gloria), John (Voncile), and Milton, her brothers Lorenzo, Richard, Rayford (Carlene) and sisters Margaret Washington, Julia Harrod, and Lynette Parrott her grandchildren: Yolanda Parrott, John Parrott, Cassandra Jones, Frank Parrott Jr, Donna Huskey, Craig Parrott, Bradford Parrott, Tracy Harrod, Chris Parrott, Tina Walker, Derrick Roots, Ardana Berkley, Christina Parrott, Alisha Berkley, LaToya Roots, Tam Fields, Andre Par-rott, Tisha Washington, Shawn Parrott, and Chanta Washington, 27 great grandchildren, her extended family the Cookes' and a host of other loving nieces, nephews, and relatives.

    Momma Pete's funeral will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at New Zion Baptist Church, 3991 Longhill Road with Reverend Ronald A. Cuffee and Reverend Robert A. Whitehead officiating. Interment will be at Williamsburg Memorial Park. Momma Pete can be viewed on Monday, September 30, 2013 from 5 pm-7 pm in the funeral home.

    Special thank you to Katina Robinson for her special love and devotion to our mother and family. Also a special thank you to the staff of Sentara Hospice Care and Hope in Home Care.

    Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, VA 757-229-3011

    https://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2261168&fh_id=10983&s_id=


    Her child was:

    + 10 M    i. Leon Arthur Parrott was born on 29 May 1943 in York Co., Virginia and died on 30 Jan 2017 in Toano, James City Co., Virginia at age 73.

    6. Richard Alfonzo Parrott (Spencer Lee2, Spencer1) was born on 4 Mar 1942 in Virginia and died on 10 Nov 2015 in Virginia at age 73. Another name for Richard Alfonzo was Dickie Parrott.

    General Notes: Richard A. "Dickie" Parrott, Sr., 73, answered the Master's call on Tuesday, November 10, 2015.

    A celebration of his life will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2015, in New Generation Church, 6160 Pocahontas Trail, Providence Forge, VA with the Reverend John A. Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at 115 Oak Tree Road by 9;30 a.m. on Wednesday. "Dickie" may be viewed from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday (tonight) in the funeral home.

    Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185. 757-229-3011. whitingsfuneralhome.com

    Daily Press , Nov. 17, 2015

    Richard Alfonzo married Shirley Ann James on 5 Jan 1968 in James., Virginia. The marriage ended in divorce on 28 Feb 1973.

    The child from this marriage was:

       11 M    i. Richard Alfonzo Parrott Jr. was born on 27 Jul 1964 in York Co., Virginia and died on 11 Jul 2009 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia at age 44. Another name for Richard Alfonzo was Man Parrott.

    General Notes: Richard A. 'Man' Parrott Jr. was called to eternal rest on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Williamsburg, Va.

    Man, as he was affectionately called, was born July 27, 1964, to Shirley A. Palmer and Richard A. Parrott Sr. in York County, Va. He was a lifelong resident of the area. Man graduated from Bruton High School, Class of 1984. He joined the Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church at an early age. He was employed by Carquest Auto Parts before his illness.

    Man was a loving father and friend to all whom he came in contact with.

    His loving and precious memories will always live in the hearts of his parents, Shirley A. Palmer, Richard A. Parrott Sr.; stepfather, George B. Palmer; daughters, Tanesha and Shameika Fields both of Williamsburg; one granddaughter, Asharia L. Fields; four sisters, Lisa Parrott, Vanessa Taylor, Tina Copeland and Maria Tyler; two brothers, Harold Buttrom (Phyllis) and James Parrott (Natasha); his aunts and uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins and devoted friends.

    The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, at Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail Williamsburg, Va. (new location).

    A funeral service officiated by the Rev. Morris Randall will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at Whiting's Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow the service at Shiloh Baptist Church, 8581 Croaker Road Williamsburg, Va. Family and friends will assemble by 12:45 p.m. at the funeral home.
    Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, Williamsburg, 757-229-3011.

    Daily Press (Newport News, VA), July 13, 2009

    7. Rayford Lavaughn Parrott (Spencer Lee2, Spencer1) was born on 22 Jun 1951 in York Co., Virginia and died on 18 Sep 2015 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia at age 64.

    General Notes: WILLIAMSBURG - Rayford L. Parrott 64, surrounded by his family answered the Master's call and crossed over into the Promise Land, on Friday, September 18, 2015, in Mary Immaculate Hospital. Rayford leaves to cherish memories with his wife, Carlene; his daughters, Monica Parrott and Melissa Jimmison; his sons, Corey "Kojack" Parrott, Gregory and Don Harris; 13 grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Rayford is also survived by his brother, Richard "Dickie" Parrot; his sisters, Margaret Washington, Julia Harrod, and K. Lynette Parrott. Services for Mr. Parrott will be held at 12 noon Thursday, September 24, 2015, in Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church 4002 Ironbound Road. Interment will follow in Williamsburg Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday in the funeral home. Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185. 757-229-3011. whitingsfuneralhome.com -

    Daily Press , Sept. 22, 2015


    Fourth Generation (Great-Grandchildren)


    9. Loretta Parrott Demeritt (Lorenzo Lee3, Spencer Lee2, Spencer1) was born on 1 Dec 1949 in York Co., Virginia and died on 27 Jun 2007 in Williamsburg, York Co., Virginia at age 57.

    General Notes: Loretta Parrott Demeritt, 57, of Williamsburg was called to her Heavenly Home on Wednesday, June 27, 2007, in Sentara CarePlex Hospital, with her family by her side. Her life began December 1, 1949, the daughter of Lorenzo L. Parrott and the late Catherine Bartlett Parrott.

    She leaves to cherish her blessed memories, her daughters, Tiffany Parrott and Priscilla Parrott Slater; her sons, Gregory and Bruce Parrott and Lionel Demeritt, Jr.; her father, Lorenzo L. Parrott; her sisters, Gladys, Brenda, Zennie, Eloise Parrott and Hattie Parrott Jones; her brothers, Lorenzo, Jr., Robert, Lawrence and John Parrott, Sr.; her seventeen grandchildren; her great-grandchild; her special friend, Bianca Dixon; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other loving relatives and many caring friends.

    A funeral service will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, July 3, 2007, in Colossian Baptist Church Ft. Eustis Blvd. Newport, VA, with the Reverend Peter A. Evans officiating. Interment will follow in Williamsburg Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble at 132 Drew Road by 12:00 noon on Tuesday. Mrs. Demeritt may be viewed from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Monday in the funeral home. Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, Williamsburg. 757-229-3011

    http://www.whitingsfuneralhome.com/obituary/126472


    Her child was:

    + 12 M    i. Bruce Lamont Parrott was born on 25 Dec 1964 in York Co., Virginia and died on 8 Aug 2018 in Long Island, New York at age 53.

    10. Leon Arthur Parrott (Cornelia Elizabeth Parrott3, Spencer Lee2, Spencer1) was born on 29 May 1943 in York Co., Virginia and died on 30 Jan 2017 in Toano, James City Co., Virginia at age 73.

    General Notes: Mr. Arthur Parrott of 199 Bush Springs Road, Toano, Va., departed this life on Monday, January 30, 2017, at his residence.

    Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

    The Progress-Index, February 1, 2017

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    Mr. Arthur Leon Parrott was born on May 29, 1943, the first born to the late Cornelia E. Parrott. Affectionately known as "Leon", was educated in the York County Public Schools.

    He gave his life to the Lord at an early age while attending Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church. On August 4, 1964, he married the love of his life, the former Deloris Jean Robinson. To this union two daughters were born, Yolonda Denise and Donna Michele Parrott.

    Leon was employed by Anheuser Busch, Inc. for 27 years as a brewer, retiring in 1999. He was an active member of the Teamsters Union. Leon was also an active in the community. He was a passionate sports fan. He was an original member of the Invaders softball team. Leon enjoyed watching football, boxing, NASCAR and cruising extensively around the world with his wife. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman.

    Leon was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, John Roots and John Hudson.

    He leaves to cherish his memory a loving wife of 52 years, Deloris, affectionately known as Jean; two daughters, Yolonda Parrott of Garden City, KS, and Donna Huskey (Gregory) of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren, Adrailya Robinson of Richmond, VA, Clifford Curtis, Jr. of Clinton, MD, Nicole Curtis of Jacksonville, FL, Ciara Parrott of Houston, TX, Maxwell Huskey and Brandon Huskey both of Charlotte, NC; one great granddaughter, Harmony White of Richmond, VA; sisters, Ann Roots and Jean Berkley both of Williamsburg, VA, and Zennie "Lulu" Parrott of Seaford, VA; brothers, Frank Parrott, Sr. (Gloria), John Parrott (Voncile), and Milton Parrott all of Williamsburg, VA; aunts, Margaret Washington, Julia Harrod, and K. Lynette Parrott all of Williamsburg, VA; mother-in-law, Eunice Robinson; sister-in-law, Constance Cook-Hudson; nieces, Cassandra Jones, Tina Walker, Ardana Berkley, Christina Parrott, Alisha Berkley, Tam Fields, LaToya, Roots, Tisha Washington, and Chanta Washington; nephews, John Parrott, Craig Parrott, Tracy Harrod, Frank Parrott, Jr., Brad Parrott, Christopher Parrott, Derrick Roots, Theodore Cooke III, M. Andre Parrott, and Shawn Parrott, and a host of cousins, extended family, and friends.

    Services for Mr. Arthur Leon Parrott will be held 1:00 P.M., Saturday, February 4, 2017 at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, 233 Barlow Road, Williamsburg, Va., the Rev. Roland Cuffee, Sr., Pastor, Rev. Ronald Ellis, eulogist. Interment to follow at Williamsburg Memorial Cemetery.

    Viewing will be held from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 3, 2017 at the church.

    Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Parrott at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

    Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

    http://www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1915528

    Leon Arthur married Deloris Jean Robinson.

    Fifth Generation (2nd Great-Grandchildren)


    12. Bruce Lamont Parrott (Loretta Parrott Demeritt4, Lorenzo Lee3, Spencer Lee2, Spencer1) was born on 25 Dec 1964 in York Co., Virginia and died on 8 Aug 2018 in Long Island, New York at age 53.

    General Notes: Bruce Lamont Parrott transitioned from this earthly life on Wednesday, August 8, 2018, at the Long Island Jewish Hospital in New York, after a lengthy illness. He was born on December 25, 1964, to the late Loretta Parrott-Demeritt in York County, Virginia. Bruce was educated in the York County Public School System and graduated from Bruton High School.

    Bruce was loved by all who met him. Bruce once said he never met a person he didn't like, and that's the way people felt about him. Bruce's comedic personality was contagious. His jokes and pleasant demeanor never wavered, even until his last hours.

    Bruce was proceeded in death by his mother and maternal grandfather, Lorenzo L. Parrott, Sr. Left to cherish Bruce's memories are his daughters, Victoria Thomas (Kevin), of Virginia, LaTasha Hailey, of Maryland, and Mahogany Parrott, of Virginia; son, Christopher Lipscomb (Amber), of Virginia; grandchildren, Saniah Mann, Dorian Thomas, Amir and Avaya James, and Jahziah Lipscomb; sisters, Priscilla Parrott-Slater (Roy), of Mississippi, and Tiffany Parrott, of Virginia; brothers, Gregory Parrott (Khalilah), and Lionel Dermeritt, both of Virginia; aunts, Hattie Jones, of New York, Eloise Parrott, G. Viola Parrott, Zennie "Lulu" Parrott, all of Virginia; uncles, Lorenzo "Junnie" Parrott, Jr., Robert "Bobby" Parrott (Dorothy), Lawrence Parrott, and John "JP" Parrott (Lisa), all of Virginia; his long-time life friend, Francine Mathis; special cousin, Veronica Parrott, whom he called daily; special aunt, Brenda Parrott, who helped raised Bruce until he was a teenager; and a host of loving relatives and friends.

    A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 17, 2018, in New Quarter Baptist Church, Williamsburg.

    Local services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185. 757-229-3011. whitingsfuneralhome.com

    http://www.whitingsfuneralhome.com/obituary/bruce-parrott

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