Boyd George Parsons
December 20, 1942 – February 01, 2020
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On Saturday February 1, our hearts were broken and our lives forever changed as our beloved husband, father grandfather, great grandfather and friend, Boyd Parsons passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 77 years. Born at Greenspond NL, Boyd was the son of the late Herbert and Kathleen (nee Way) Parsons. He was also predeceased by his precious granddaughter Gina, mother and father in law Elizabeth and George Keeping, brothers in law; Reg Keeping, Gerald Tapp and Ralph Billard.
Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of fond and loving memories his devoted wife Georgie Parsons (nee Keeping) of 57 years. A proud father, grandfather and great grandfather he will forever be sadly missed by his children; Susan Anderson (Dwight) of Sarnia ON, Cavell Parsons (Mike Mullins) of Corner Brook, Roberts Parsons (Bernardine Osmond) of Port aux Basques, Stephen Parsons (Dawn Morrison) of Cape Breton NS, Lois Parsons (Jim Poole) of Port aux Basques, grandchildren; Zachary Anderson (Michelle) of London ON, Kerilyn Baker (Greg) of Port aux Basques, Michael Parsons (Wendy) of Sarnia ON, Gregory Parsons (Amber Chunyk) of Ingonish NS, Megan Meade of Corner Brook, great grandchildren; Raichael. Olivia and Joshua. He will forever remain in the hearts of his siblings; Jim Parsons (Edith) of Port aux Basques, Dave Parsons (Linda) of Oshawa ON, Kelvin Parsons (Jeanette) of St. John’s NL, Marie (Ned) Vickers of St. Andrew’s He will also be fondly remembered by his in laws; Donna Parsons of Port aux Basques, Kay Billard of St. John’s NL, Viola Parsons (Albert) of Port aux Basques, Dennis Keeping (Alice) of O’Regans, Dallas Hardy (Art) of Port aux Basques, Dulcie Tapp of Kitchener ON, Joanne Moss (Bern) of Gould’s NL, Betty Keeping of Port aux Basques, lifelong friend Ivan Gillam of Paradise NL, his beloved puppy Skittles, whom he adored and a large circle of nieces, nephews and many friends.
Boyd was a very active member of his community. He served as the town sheriff for 35 plus years, during which time he was also a justice of the peace, he spent many countless hours volunteering at the Port aux Basques Lion’s Club where he served for over 53 years and had proudly achieved lifetime membership. He was a wonderful cook, who had a passion for catering to any event where his culinary skills could be showcased, and for many summers you could see “Pop” as he was commonly known cooking for the kids at the many camps held at Camp Artiban. He was proud of his community and took great pride in playing an active role in it.
The family will be receiving relatives and friends at East Haven Funeral Home on Sunday from 7-9 pm, continuing on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A celebration of Boyd’s life will take pace on Tuesday February 4, 2 pm at St. James Anglican Church, Channel officiated by Rev. Jane Allen. In keeping with his wishes, cremation will follow with interment to follow at a later date. Flowers graciously accepted or donations in memory of Boyd can be made to St. James Anglican Church or Legrow Health Center Foundation. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home Inc, 57 Grand Bay Road, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com
Forever In Our Hearts
SERVICES
Visitation
Sunday, February 02, 2020
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
East Haven Funeral Home Inc. (Grand Bay Location)
57 Grand Bay Road
Port aux Basques, NL A0M 1C0
Visitation
Monday, February 03, 2020
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
East Haven Funeral Home Inc. (Grand Bay Location)
57 Grand Bay Road
Port aux Basques, NL A0M 1C0
Visitation
Monday, February 03, 2020
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
East Haven Funeral Home Inc. (Grand Bay Location)
57 Grand Bay Road
Port aux Basques, NL A0M 1C0
Funeral Service
Tuesday, February 04, 2020
2:00 PM
St. James Anglican Church
1 Church Lane
Port Aux Basques, Newfoundland and Labrador A0M 1C0
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Boyd George Parsons December 20 1942 February 01 2020..
Death notice for the town of: Port-aux-Basques, Province: T-N