HELPER- Thomas Harold Parsons, age 63, passed away peacefully at his home on June 11, 2023, after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. He fought hard and did it his way right to the end, in Tom Parson fashion.
Tom was the son of Mary Callor and Douglas Edward Parsons. He spent his entire life at 31 Welby Street and was always so proud of his family home and heritage. Friends and family meant everything to him and he cultivated so many lasting relationships. Rarely did he end a conversation with those he cared about without telling them he loved them. If you know, you know.
He attended local schools and graduated from Carbon High School. After high school he worked in the coal mines as well as for many other local businesses. One of his earliest and most loved jobs was with Murray Center Texaco in Price, where he was treated like family, always. Tom took pride in all of his endeavors and if he had a job to do, you did not want to get in his way. Tom loved his church, St. Anthony of Padua, and showed his true devotion through years of service and attendance. It was an utmost priority to him that his parish continue to thrive. He was instrumental in the success of the annual Catholic Carnival and the Spaghetti dinner, chairing these events for several years. His success with these ventures will be remembered by many. During Covid he faithfully sanitized the church twice a day for nearly two years to help his parish stay healthy.
Two of Tom’s dearest mentors and friends were Father Albert and Joe Bonacci, life was never quite the same after losing them but they had a huge impact on his life.
Tom’s main pastime was caring for his home, his German Shepherds, Raider, Seger and Bell, and his Chevy trucks. He will always be remembered for the legendary black Chevy that was his pride and joy. Tom enjoyed entering the local car shows and won many awards over the years. But what he loved most was the comradery and being with friends, including one of his closest, Tim Brady. He owned this truck for 44 years before his friend Dave Babcock took it over to carry on the legacy.
Anyone that knew Tom knew of his great love for wolves. His dream was to travel to Colorado to a wolf compound, be able to spend time in an enclosure with them and “get kissed on the face by a wolf.” He didn’t make it there, but maybe there’s one or two waiting at the gates for you Tom.
A huge thank you goes out to Symbii Home Health and Hospice; your great compassion and support were priceless and made it possible for Tom to do things his way. Thank you to the circle of friends who came forward, stepped up and showed us that good does still exist in the world. Lenny Pagano, your unconditional friendship and love will never be forgotten. Also, Brad Marston, Robert Dimick, Anna and Carl Jones, Dave Babcock, Tim Brady and Tom’s many fellow parishioners who reached out, there are no words. Tom was truly blessed and it was amazing to see the outpouring of love and concern.
Tom was preceded in death by his loving parents whom he has missed for such a long time.
A great reunion has happened in heaven as Tom’s mother, father, Joe Bonacci and Fr. Albert welcomed him home with open arms.
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Tom Parsons
HELPER- Thomas Harold Parsons, age 63, passed away peacefully at his home on June 11, 2023, after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. He fought hard and did it his way right to the end, in Tom Parson fashion.
Tom was the son of Mary Callor and Douglas Edward Parsons. He spent his entire life at 31 Welby Street and was always so proud of his family home and heritage. Friends and family meant everything to him and he cultivated so many lasting relationships. Rarely did he end a conversation with those he cared about without telling them he loved them. If you know, you know.
He attended local schools and graduated from Carbon High School. After high school he worked in the coal mines as well as for many other local businesses. One of his earliest and most loved jobs was with Murray Center Texaco in Price, where he was treated like family, always. Tom took pride in all of his endeavors and if he had a job to do, you did not want to get in his way. Tom loved his church, St. Anthony of Padua, and showed his true devotion through years of service and attendance. It was an utmost priority to him that his parish continue to thrive. He was instrumental in the success of the annual Catholic Carnival and the Spaghetti dinner, chairing these events for several years. His success with these ventures will be remembered by many. During Covid he faithfully sanitized the church twice a day for nearly two years to help his parish stay healthy.
Two of Tom’s dearest mentors and friends were Father Albert and Joe Bonacci, life was never quite the same after losing them but they had a huge impact on his life.
Tom’s main pastime was caring for his home, his German Shepherds, Raider, Seger and Bell, and his Chevy trucks. He will always be remembered for the legendary black Chevy that was his pride and joy. Tom enjoyed entering the local car shows and won many awards over the years. But what he loved most was the comradery and being with friends, including one of his closest, Tim Brady. He owned this truck for 44 years before his friend Dave Babcock took it over to carry on the legacy.
Anyone that knew Tom knew of his great love for wolves. His dream was to travel to Colorado to a wolf compound, be able to spend time in an enclosure with them and “get kissed on the face by a wolf.” He didn’t make it there, but maybe there’s one or two waiting at the gates for you Tom.
A huge thank you goes out to Symbii Home Health and Hospice; your great compassion and support were priceless and made it possible for Tom to do things his way. Thank you to the circle of friends who came forward, stepped up and showed us that good does still exist in the world. Lenny Pagano, your unconditional friendship and love will never be forgotten. Also, Brad Marston, Robert Dimick, Anna and Carl Jones, Dave Babcock, Tim Brady and Tom’s many fellow parishioners who reached out, there are no words. Tom was truly blessed and it was amazing to see the outpouring of love and concern.
Tom was preceded in death by his loving parents whom he has missed for such a long time.
A great reunion has happened in heaven as Tom’s mother, father, Joe Bonacci and Fr. Albert welcomed him home with open arms.