Richard Parry - Roberson Funeral Home

Richard Parry

March 28, 1936 - August 24, 2013

Port Charlotte Beach Park

9416271628 |

Saturday 8/31, 10:00 am

Richard “Dick” Allen Parry, 77, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away peacefully August 24, 2013 after a long illness.

He was born March 28, 1936 in Utica, New York to the late Evan and Laura Parry. Dick was very proud of being 100% Welsh and a few years ago he and his wife traveled to Wales and Ireland.

Dick served four years in the U.S. Air Force and six years in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. While at Tidewell Hospice he was honored by a pinning in recognition of his service to his country. He loved the outdoors, especially being with his three boys, sharing in their Boy Scouting activities, fishing, gardening, and traveling the country back roads. He was a quiet, kind and gentle man with a warm smile. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and Shriner and a long time member of Gansevoort, NY Masonic Lodge and was also a member of the Eastern Star with his wife.

He retired from New York Telephone after 26 years of service and moved to Florida with his family in 1992. Dick also worked for the State of Florida as a risk manager and prior to his death he worked for 8 ½ years for Charlotte County as a security officer.

Dick is survived by his loving family, his wife of 47 years, Mary Jane Parry of Port Charlotte; three sons, Todd (Mary Beth) of Tampa, FL, Noah of Port Charlotte, and Peter of Port Charlotte; seven grandchildren, Bridget, Kevin, Reagan, Jaiden, Adriana, Olivia and Charlotte; sister-in-laws, Ginger Parry of Whitesboro, NY and her children and Patsy Bedard of Milton, VT; brother-in-law, James (Linda) Trudell of Milton and his four sons; mother-in-law, Doris Trudell of Burlington, VT; a niece, Sue (Tom) Schaefer of Whitesboro; and a nephew, Bill (Judy) Parry of Utica, NY and their children. In addition to his parents, Dick was preceded in death by two brothers, Evan and Edward Parry. “Soar with your eagles my love”.

A committal service with military honors by the U.S. Air Force will be held Saturday 10:00 AM, August 31, 2013 at the Port Charlotte Beach Park Boat Ramp. Everyone is welcome to attend. A private burial at sea will be held as per Dick’s wishes.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dick’s name to Tidewell Hospice, Inc. His wife and sons wish to thank his doctors and staff of Peace River Regional Medical Center in Port Charlotte, and the Port Charlotte Staff of the Tidewell Hospice House.

Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel.

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Richard “Dick” Allen Parry, 77, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away peacefully August 24, 2013 after a long illness. He was born March 28, 1936 in Utica, New York to the late Evan and Laura Parry. Dick was very proud of being 100% Welsh and a few years ago he and his wife traveled to…

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Remembering Mr Parry at Todd & Marybeth's home at their family functions. It was always a pleasure to see him along with Mary Jane his wife. I continue to pray for the Parry family and ask our Lord to receive you with open arms. You were a good man and it was an absolute honor to have met you.

Dear Parry family, I am so so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Maryjane please know that I am here if you need a friend..... RIP Dick. you will be missed

Seems like just a few weeks ago Dick was catching a water mocassin and relocating it. There was no fear from Dick who stopped to hand me his iphone to take a picture. We hardly knew he was sick. He will be greatly missed.

Dad, today was a really tuff day, helped mom at the house and had her over for Dinner, I now you would have been smiling and Happy to hear this, Miss you so Much!!!!

My dearest brother-in-law Dick was a very kind, and loving man. He enjoyed gardening and the great outdoors as much as I did. I will miss him very much. Be free and at peace with the eagles on high Dick. My thoughts and prayers are with you my sister Maryjane and my nephews Todd, Noah and Peter. You will be in my prayers. With love, Your Sister-in-law Patsy

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Aunt Mary Jane Todd, Noah, and Peter When I was young I remember Uncle Dick as the bachelor uncle with the hot sports cars later I remember him with Aunt Mary Jane the true love of his life. I am so grateful for the many times he called to ask how Dad was doing and also to find out about Bill and I and our families. I will miss his laugh and his gentle sense of humor. Sue

Mr. Dick, as I called him, was a very friendly and outgoing person. I talked to him several times a day about the weather, his garden and most of all about the rabbits in front of our building. I miss his smile and so does everybody else in our building. Rest in peace, Mr. Dick, I will never forget your gentle spirit and I promise to take good care of your plants.

We will miss you xo

Our prayers are with you.

Our hearts are sad and heavy. Rest in peace Dick.

So very sorry knowing what pain you and your family will go through,but know his pain has ended.you will see a picture or here a song or just see something that was his and you will be filled with memories and sorrow. for me the pain has not gone yet things that happen will always bring it back .I will pray that all will be well with you and enjoy all the good memories.

Maryjane, Todd, Noah, Peter, One thing I remember about Dick is that he often was the quiet voice of reason. It could be at Boy Scouts, Wilton Emergency Corps or a Town Hall Meeting. He joked about being short and bald. To his friends, he was ' head and shoulders' above many. With My Deepest Sympathy, Janice Bellamy

Thinking about you a lot tonight. I miss and love you so much!

Rest in peace my love...now is your time to soar with your eagles. Thanks for 47 great years and three super sons who have given us 7 great grandchildren. Your wife, Mar

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