Deacon James Louis Parrish (aka Bruh, Boy Wonder, Golden Boy, Sweat, Moon) (65 years, 10 months old) of Springfield, Missouri made his transition from earth to glory on June 16, 2020 @ 2:30 AM at Cox Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. James was born on August 12, 1954 in Washington D.C. to the parents of Sam and Mable (Davis) Parrish, both of whom proceeded him in death. (other parents Henry and Chris Grandberry)
He leaves, to celebrate his memory, a very special woman who was his beloved wife, Theresa (Roth) Parrish
His children: Katrina (aka K.K., Baby Girl)(Carthens) (Mark) Allen, James (Domonique) Carthens, Patricia Lofswold, Tanya Lofswold, Douglas (Sophonie) Hill, David (Ktanya) Hill, and De’Anna (aka Reds)Hill
His grandchildren: Trinity, Mark, Machi, Jada, Jaziya, Jayden, Jabar, Tierra, Taylor, David, D’Aisha, Jilesa, Keileigh, Tavarius, Tavion, Dante, Kendrick, David (DJ),
His great-grandson: Amir
His sisters and brother: Kate Parrish of Washington D.C., Deborah Parrish of Billings MO, Mary Parrish of Washington D.C., and Larry Parrish of Washington D.C.
He also leaves a host of aunt and uncle, nieces and nephews, friends and some very special god sisters.
He worked a series of jobs and for the last 15+ years he enjoyed working at Cold Zone as freezer boss.
He started his life in Washington D.C. and moved to Springfield MO in 1999.
He loved to watch sports, was a big Redskins fan but most of all loved doing the work of the Lord. He was the head deacon at ‘God’s House of Glory’ under the guidance of Pastors Henry and Chris Grandberry. He was a mentor and positive influence in the community. He knew how to find the silver lining in every situation.
Pallbearers: James (Domonique) Carthens, David Hill, Douglas Hill II, Michael Baty, Thomas Roth, Freddie Harding
He was proceeded in death by his parents, brother William Parrish, and sister Yvonne Parrish.

“Sweet Remembrance”

Why?

Is what we ask ourselves, when we think of you.
Reminiscing about the time that we spent while we were with you.
Trying to mend our broken hearts as the days go by, only to realize that all we do is cry, cry, and cry.
Daddy we reach our hands out and ask what to do?
Now realizing that you kept the family together more than we ever knew.
You never gave us a chance to ask who shall carry on in your name;
No matter, life without you here will never be the same
But as we reflect on the things you left,
We will all begin to smile;
Cause knowing that we’re apart of you, it was all worth the while.

Your Daughter
Katrina

Services will be June 27, 2020 at:
Greenlawn North
3506 North National
Springfield, MO
Viewing will be 10:00-12:00am
Service will be 12:00-2:00pm