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Richard Parsons Obituary
Aug. 1, 1947 - Dec. 2, 2013
Resident of Antioch
Richard Alfred Parsons of Antioch, CA passed away December 2, 2013 from esophageal cancer, with his wife Romelle and daughter Julia at his side. He was preceded in death by his mother, Harriet C Minnie and father, Alfred "Bud" Parsons. He is survived by loving aunts, uncles, mother-in-laws, sister and brother in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews.
Born in Napa and raised in Anchorage and San Francisco, Rich received his BA in Psychology at SFSU and had a lengthy career at Bank of America, where he retired as a Group Operations Manager.
He was an avid reader, a lover of animals (especially the family cats, past and present), a music lover (especially Jazz), and an accomplished writer. We will miss his exceptional sense of humor, compassion, generosity and friendship.
Services are pending. Memorials may be made to the new San Francisco Jazz Center, or to the charity of your choice. Condolences can be left at Higgins website - http://www.higginsmortuary.com/obituaries/Richard-Parsons2082233046/
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December 9, 2013
Romelle & Julia, The Guidry family sends their thoughts and prayers. Richard was a great person and will be missed. Remember the happy times you all shared.
Marlene Betsch-Rasmussen
December 6, 2013
Dear Romelle & Julia, Bob & I are so sorry & saddened to hear of Rich's passing. He is out of pain & in a better place. You two have a special angel watching over you. With Love & Deepest Sympathy, Bob & Marlene Betsch-Rasmussen
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