- PARSONS, David Ralph — 93, of Hantsport, Hants Co., passed away peacefully Friday, January 4, 2013, as he had wished to do, at home in the comforts of his own surroundings. Born in St. John’s, N.L., he was a son of the late William Ralph and Flora May (House) Parsons. David was brought up in Bay Roberts, N.L., by his aunt, Miss F. Parsons. David was part of the R.C.A.F. serving from 1940-1945 and he was a member of Lucknow Branch, No. 109 of the Royal Canadian Legion, Hantsport. He graduated from Nova Scotia Technical College in 1950 and he worked for Minas Basin Pulp and Power as an Engineer for 30 years. David was also a member of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Hantsport and was a former warden. He was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Elizabeth G. (Christian); a brother in infancy and a grandson. The family would like to thank everyone who made it possible for David to remain at home until his passing.
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