Pearl Riggs Parsons
September 16, 1926 – February 19, 2011


It is with great sadness that the family of the late Pearl Parsons announces her passing on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at Dr. Charles L Legrow Health Center at the age of 84 years. Born at Lolly Cove, Fortune Bay, Pearl was the daughter of the late William and Lucy Drake. She was also predeceased by her brothers Alex and Ben Drake. She leaves to mourn with many fond and loving memories her family, devoted husband Heber of 64 years marriage. Children; Joyce (George) Seaward Port aux Basques, Melvin (Mary) Parsons St. John's NL, Dean (Nora) Parsons Holyrood NL. Grandchildren Jill (Mark Tucker) Stephenville NL, Jamie (Nadine) Kelligrews NL, Jason (Melinda) Sylvan Lake AB. Great-grandchildren Colton, Dawson, Erin, Alex. Sisters Vinnie Keeping St. John's NL, Lilly (Allando) Tipple Belleoram NL and a large circle of nieces, nephews, and many friends. Visitation took place on Sunday from 7-9pm, Monday from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at East Haven Funeral Home. Funeral services took place on Tuesday February 22, 2011, 2 PM at St. James Anglican Church Channel officiated by Rev. Hannah Dicks. Interment followed at St. James Anglican Cemetery, Barachois Hill. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com