On Saturday, February 1 ^st , 2020, Our hearts were broken and our lives forever changed as our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, Boyd Parsons passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 77 years. Born at Greenspond, NL, Boyd was the son of the late Herbert and Kathleen (nee Way) Parsons. He was also predeceased by his precious granddaughter; Gina, brother; Austin Parsons, mother and father-in-law; Elizabeth and George Keeping, brothers-in-law; Reg Keeping, Gerald Tapp and Ralph Billard.

Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of fond and loving memories his devoted wife Georgie Parsons (nee Keeping) of 57 years. A proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather he will forever be sadly missed by his children; Susan Anderson (Dwight) of Sarnia ON, Cavell Parsons (Mike Mullins) of Corner Brook, NL, Robert Parsons (Bernardine Osmond) of Port aux Basques, NL, Stephen Parsons (Dawn Morrison) of Cape Breton, NS, Lois Parsons (Jim Poole) of Port aux Basques, NL, grandchildren; Zachary Anderson (Michelle) of London, ON, Kerilyn Baker (Greg) of Port aux Basques, NL, Michael Parsons (Wendy) of Sarnia, ON, Gregory Parsons (Amber Chunyk) of Ingonish, NS, Megan Meade of Corner Brook, NL, great-grandchildren; Raichael, Olivia and Joshua. He will forever remain in the hearts of his siblings; Jim Parsons (Edith) of Port aux Basques, NL, Dave Parsons (Linda) of Oshawa, ON, Kelvin Parsons (Jeanette) of St. John's, NL, and Marie (Ned) Vickers of St. Andrew's, NL. He will also be fondly remembered by his in laws; Donna Parsons of Port aux Basques, NL, Kay Billard of St. John's, NL, Viola Parsons (Albert) of Port aux Basques, NL, Dennis Keeping (Alice) of O'Regans, NL, Dallas Hardy (Art) of Port aux Basques, NL, Dulcie Tapp of Kitchener, ON, Joanne Moss (Bern) of Gould's, NL, Betty Keeping of Port aux Basques, NL, lifelong friend Ivan Gillam of Paradise, NL, his beloved puppy Skittles, whom he adored and a large circle of nieces, nephews and many friends.

Boyd was a very active member of his community. He served as the town sheriff for 35 plus years, during which time he was also a justice of the peace, he spent many countless hours volunteering at the Port aux Basques Lion's Club where he served for over 53 years and had proudly achieved lifetime membership. He was a wonderful cook, who had a passion for catering to any event where his culinary skills could be showcased, and for many summers you could see "Pop" as he was commonly known cooking for the kids at the many camps held at Camp Artiban. He was proud of his community and took great pride in playing an active role in it.

The family will be receiving relatives and friends at East Haven Funeral Home on Sunday from 7-9 pm, continuing on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A celebration of Boyd's life will take pl ace on Tuesday, February 4 ^th , 2 pm at St. James Anglican Church, Channel officiated by Rev. Jane Allen. In keeping with his wishes, cremation will follow with interment to follow at a later date. Flowers graciously accepted or donations in memory of Boyd can be made to St. James Anglican Church or The Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre Foundation. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home Inc, 57 Grand Bay Road, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

Forever In Our Hearts