of Bee Branch, AR
June 13, 1934 - July 19, 2014
L.D. Parish 80, of Bee Branch, Arkansas passed away Saturday, July 19, 2014. He was born June 13, 1934 in Morganton, Arkansas to Arnold and Ruby (Johnson) Parish.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his beloved wife, Paula (French) Parish.
He is survived by his children, Rhonda Parish of Boulder, Colorado; Charlotte (Parish) Ward (Ricky Ward) of Bee Branch, Arkansas; Louis Parish (Loretta Edwards Parish) of Bee Branch, Arkansas; Jan (Parish) Dawson (Mark Dawson) of Skiatook, Oklahoma; and Melissa Parish of Bee Branch, Arkansas. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Rachel (Parish) Thomas, Heather (Parish) Pfrenger, Cade Ward, Stacy Dawson, Katie (Parish) Gross, Clint Dawson, and Kara Parish and four great grandchildren.
Mr. Parish's career began and ended as a school teacher. He taught at Morganton, Arkansas, Mountainburg, Arkansas, and South Side, of Bee Branch, Arkansas. He left teaching for a period of time from 1963 to 1975 to pursue a career with Social Services. At the time he left social services to return to his first love of teaching, he was serving as Director of Social Services for Van Buren County and Stone County, Arkansas. He returned to South Side Bee Branch, where he taught 5th grade, drove a school bus and was the score keeper at the South Side basketball games. He and his wife, Paula, retired in 1996 to enjoy traveling together and spending time with their grandchildren.
Mr. Parish a Bachelor of Science in Education Degree from the University of Central Arkansas ( formerly Arkansas State Teachers College) in Conway, Arkansas. He was instrumental in the formation and the early development of the summer baseball program in Bee Branch, where he also served as a coach for many years. Mr. Parish also served on the Bee Branch Water Board, the Council for Aging and the Hardin Cemetery Board. In 2004, he was selected as the South Side Distinguished Alumni. He was a member of the Colony Church of Christ.
Pallbearers: Carroll Bradford, Smitty Bonds, Joe Lee, Darrell Moore, L.B. Pavatt, H.C. Wallace, Charles Wood and Ed Wood.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Hardin Cemetery Fund 3624 Highway 92 East Bee Branch, Arkansas 72013 or Diabetes Association 320 Executive Court Suite # 104 Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00pm Tuesday, July 22, 2014 and Funeral Service will be 1:00pm Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Clinton, Arkansas with Carl Thomason officiating. Burial will follow in Hardin Cemetery Bee Branch, Arkansas.
Funeral Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Clinton, Arkansas. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com
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19 Condolence(s)
james henson
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
So sorry of your great loss. I have fond memories of Buzz and Paula Sue. Great family.
Chris and Leah Hutto
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Dear Family, our thoughts and prayers to you all.Mr.Parish was one of those folks that when people remember their childhood will remember him in them..From seeing him at all the ball games to remembering him teaching young folks.,( including me) Mr.Parish was one of those folks that made a difference and truly wanted folks to learn and succeed. Buzz really cared about people and it showed. He has influenced so many folks and influenced them in a good way. May God give you all comfort in the days ahead.
Betty Smart Fitzjerrell
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
I have many good memories of Buzz as we grew up together in Morganton. My condolences to his family.
Ronnie Hartsfield
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
So sorry to hear about your dad.
Peggy Nabors
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
I knew and worked with L D in the Arkansas Education Association. He was a dedicated teacher and worked to implement the profession. He also had a great sense of humor. I am proud to have known him.
Patsy Henderson
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
So sorry to hear "Little Daddy" passed away. He and Paula were wonderful people. He touched many lives and will be remember for many years.
Barry Buck
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
I'm sorry to hear of Mr. Parish's passing. I will be praying for all of you in the days ahead. I'm privileged to have known him, and he affected my life in a positive way.
Susan Depner Hall
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss. I remember him as a kind, caring man and know he will be greatly missed by all. May you feel uplifted and supported by God's love and the love of your family and friends.
Karen Harlan
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about your dear loved one,he was loved by all that came his way.He was a great teacher and I served with him on the Bee Branch Water Board.He always seen good in people no matter what came thru.He was example of a good man and hard working.My thoughts are with you today and all the days ahead and prayers.God Bless you all...
Linda Leonard Houston
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
So sorry to hear about Mr. Parish. Remember him as a teacher at South Side. My prayers are with you all.
Kay Phillips
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Jan, Mark, Stacy & Clint, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father/grandfather. I know these days are hard but the love and prayers of your family and friends along with your wonderful memories will get you through. Hang on to God's awesone strength! Each of you will be in my thoughts and prayers not only today but in the days ahead.
Toni Johnson
Monday, July 21, 2014
Parish family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God hold you in his loving arms as you go through this difficult time.
Les Smith
Monday, July 21, 2014
We sure are sorry to hear about you loss. He was a wonderful teacher . He was a kind and a loving person. He will be missed . You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God Bless.
In Christian Love.
Les and Kathryn Smith.
Keri Edwards Wilson
Monday, July 21, 2014
To all the sweet family of Mr. Parish,
What a sad day to learn of his passing. I have so many great memories of Mr. Parish all through school and ballgames that I will cherish forever. What a great man he was. He will be greatly missed!
Love you all and Praying for all of you during this time.
Cal & LeDon Bonds
Monday, July 21, 2014
We went to school with your dad and what a wonderful friend he was to me (LeDon) as he was in my class. I was looking at our senior year book and wondering where all the years have gone. Our prayer for all of you at this time is that God will give you peace and comfort.
God Bless
Cal and LeDon Bonds
Ruby Hopper
Sunday, July 20, 2014
To the Parish family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
L.D. and I were class mates for many years at South Side School. He will always be remembered as a special person.
God bless everyone at this time and just know that God is there for you. He will see you through this day and days to come.
Tracy Cooley
Saturday, July 19, 2014
So sorry to hear of Mr. Parish's passing. He was such a kind man. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family. May God bless you today and in the days to come.
Tracy Cooley and the staff and families of TLC Bookkeping
Randy O, & Sherril A. Bowling
Saturday, July 19, 2014
Charlotte & Rhonda:
So sorry to hear about you Dad's passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Randy O. & Sherril A. Bowling
Brenda M. Bowling Hollis
Marie W. Bowling
R.O.B./
Erma (Ford) Dunk
Saturday, July 19, 2014
To all of L.D parish family I am sorry for your loss.You all are in my thoughs and prayer.