Russell Parsons

Russell Alvin Parsons
Age 88, of Burdett, died Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center. Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of his life on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 11:00am at the First Presbyterian Church, Watkins Glen; followed by a luncheon at the church. Born August 22, 1922 in Rochester, NY to Edward and Helen (Schlessing) Parsons. Russell retired from the USDA as a Soil Scientist. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Jean Parsons in 2001; parents, and several brothers and sisters. He is survived by his son Dale and his wife Vicky Parsons, Santa Ana, Calif.; daughter Margaret (Marzie) Lewis, Burdett, NY; six grandchildren Skye (Matt) Maya and Aislinn Lewis, Hali (Drew) Shallahamer, Jordan (Tassi), Todd, and Kira Parsons; and four great grandchildren, Nicholas, Tanner and Olivia Shallahamer, and Shaye Marie Maya. Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of his life on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 11:00am at the First Presbyterian Church, Watkins Glen; followed by a luncheon at the church. In lieu of flowers those wishing may consider memorial contributions in Russell’s name to the charity of one’s choice. Please send tributes, memories and condolences at www.Royce-Chedzoy.com.