Thomas Scott Parry, our devoted husband, father, papa, son, brother and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2008 surrounded by his loving family.
Scott was born in Price, Utah on January 24, 1952 to Thomas L. Parry and Dian Stevens Hechtle. He was a great older brother to his three younger siblings Kim, Valerie and Cheryl. Scott was raised in Orem, Utah where he developed lifelong friendships, and a love for sports and the outdoors.
Baseball was a passion he excelled at and was given a scholarship to Ricks College, in Rexburg, Idaho. It was there that he met his eternal companion and love of his life, Kris. They were sealed for time and all eternity after Scott faithfully served an LDS mission to Japan. Their 35 years of marriage was filled with constant love, support and commitment to each other. He was an amazing father to two wonderful children who he taught how to treat others with kindness and unconditional love.
Scott was a faithful member of the LDS church and loved people and could make friends anywhere he went. Many fond memories were made snowmobiling and taking trips to Lake Powell with “the group”. He also enjoyed golfing with his son and buddies. Through his example, he taught that life is not about what you own or where you work, but what you do for others and how you treat them.
The gift of life was given to Scott in 2001 when his son-in-law, Philip Cochrane, donated his kidney. This unselfish act allowed Scott to see the birth of his three granddaughters, who were the light of their papa’s life. He was also able to witness his son marry his wife Krista.
A heart felt thanks for the tender care given to Scott by the doctors, nurses, and staff during his last week of life at Intermountain Medical Center. The family was also blessed by the Roadway and Life Flight families who lovingly supported them through this difficult time.
Scott is survived by his loving family. Wife Kris; Children Heather (Philip) Cochrane and Timothy (Krista) Parry; Gandchildren Chloee, Brynlee and Hadlee Cochrane; Parents, Thomas L.(Nancy) Parry , Dian (Ralph) Hechtle; Siblings, Kim (Cindy) Parry, Valerie (Brad) Hansen, Cheryl Conlon, Michael (Katie) Parry, Brent Jolley, Steve, Dieter and Michael Hechtle; and all of his many nieces and nephews.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 from 6-9 p.m. at the Larkin Sunset Gardens located at 1950 East 10600 South. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, November 13, 2008 at noon at the Country Park Stake Center located at 114000 South 2447 West. A viewing will precede services from 10:30-11:45 am. Internment will follow at Mountain View Memorial Estates. In lieu of flowers, please send your love through donations to the American Diabetes Association.
13 comments:
What a wonderful tribute to a great man and one of our Heavenly Father's most loyal servants. We love you.
Thank you Kris and family for allowing us to be a part of your life for the past 35 years. We feel honored to be counted among your 'friends'. There will be a big hole in our lives without Scotty here, but we are so grateful for the knowledge that Families Are Forever. We love you and the kids.
DeWayne & Sherrie
Parry Family!
What a great family you are and what amazing friends you have been to us over the many years, before I was even born! We are so sad to see Scott go, but know he is in such a great place. You have been in our thoughts and prayers everyday. I have loved reading the blog and keeping in touch with you and the updates. Thanks for all of your insprirational comments and thoughts. I am so glad we have been so blessed to know your family and especially Scott! We will always have such great memories of him- from the great statues in your house, to the amazing Christmas village (which inspired me to start my own), to vacations at Lake Powell and Florida with the group, to backyard bbq's, and hillarious parties with the group! Thanks for being such a big part of my life Auntie Kris and Uncle Scott! We love you and will always remember Scott and the great memories he left!!!
WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!
Love,
Tootsie Lala :)
Lauren and Tanner Deaton
It was great to see you guys last night! We love you guys so much. You have been such wonderful friends. Scott was a wonderful man (we know you know this), but he was a great example of how we all need to be and we are so glad that we had a chance to have him in our lives.
Please let us know if there is anything else at all that we can help with. We are here for you guys in this time of need. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always!
Love,
The Jones'
Beautiful Obituary. Now I am crying in my cubicle....
Scott's amazing example certainly lives on through his family.
All our love and prayers....
We love you!
Parry Family,
Whoever has been doing the writing on this blog, I think it's Tim, has done a fabulous job. What a great tribute to your Dad. I am sure you are all going to miss him but also must have some joy in knowing where he is and that you can be with him again someday. I wish I could make it down to be with your family on Thursday. But I send my love, my thoughts and prayers to all of you. My Mom and this blog keep my up to date so I feel like I can be there with you. Take care and take care of each other.
Lots of love,
Mylee and family
Beautiful obituary. Scott was a wonderful man. We love your family and we want you to know that we are praying for you guys everyday. I know the Lord will give you comfort and peace at this difficult time.
Mike and Lisa Gleue
I just got back from the incredible memorial services for your Dad and wanted to thank you. You are a very strong example of faith and courage. Since we sat in the very front side-row of the chapel,I hope you couldn't tell that I just kept looking over at the Parry's. I could even see the strength in your eyes and your faces. Thank you for sharing your husband/father/papa with us.
Tim-your talk was brilliant. You rock.
We love you all!
I just returned home from Scott's funeral and I wanted to let you know how touched I was. I could feel the Spirit so strongly. It strengthened my testimony in the great plan of salvation and eternal families. Heather and Tim, your tributes were beautiful. I am glad I know your wonderful family.
Heather & Phil,
Our condolences go out to your family. We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. It's never easy to loose a loved one. How are you all doing? Really, what would we do without the gospel? You have a strong great family. Take Care.
It's so great to see your family picture! Your girls are so beautiful! They're so Big! It's been a long time since we've seen you guys. May your family be comforted & blessed at this time.
love,
Sam & Amelia Smith
This was something I kept with me in my pocket on a little piece of crumpled up paper after my father passed. I would look at it, and I would be reminded that he was always with me.
To the loved one who is bereaved
“Death is nothing at all. I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I and you are you. Whatever we were to each other that we still are. Call me by my old familiar name; speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Put no difference in your tone; wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Pray, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was, let it be spoken without effect, without the trace of shadow on it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was; there is unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. All is well.”
I am privileged to have been able to witness and share in the extraordinary love and support you all gave and have for one another. I want to applaud the Parry and Lundstrom family for your bravery and courage. Thank you for embracing me, and allowing me to witness your astonishing family during this time. Your spirits cannot even come close to being qualified, assessed, or imagined.
Sincerely,
Zephyre (Thompson’s friend)
I wasn't able to attend the memorial service for Scott and I have heard so many wonderful things. It sounds like it was amazing. Lindsay said that Heather read a poem about that "dash" in between our birth year and our death year. She said that is was so good and made you really think about what you were doing with your life. I was wondering if you would post it on your blog so I could read it. I hope you are all doing well and know that we are still thinking of you. I truly wish I could have been there to share that special day with your family. Take care.
Love, Mylee
I have been thinking a lot about Scott and your family this week. What an amazing memorial service. I am grateful to have been able to attend and help in a small way. I can tell that your family has grown closer during this time and I know that everyone around could feel the love you have for each other. It truly was touching and inspiring.
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