William Bill H. Parsons

William (Bill) H. Parsons, 62, of East Hartford entered into eternal rest on September 29, 2012. Born in North Adams, MA on April 8, 1950 to the late George and Mary Lou Parsons, he resided in CT for the past 40 years. He served our country during the Vietnam War and was extremely proud to have done so. His deepest passions in life were the Dallas Cowboys, training thoroughbred horses, fishing, and hunting. His life was full and he lived as he desired; his sarcastic sense of humor brought laughter to many. He cherished his family and friends and shared his heart with all. He is predeceased by his sister Linda Murphy; son Keith M. Parsons, Sr.; and first wife Bonnie J. Parsons. He leaves behind a brother George Parsons, Jr., sister Brenda Smith; second wife Arline F. Parsons; and third wife Shiela Parsons; a daughter Laurie, with whom he lived; son William Parsons, Jr.; stepdaughter Melissa Turner; stepsons Doug and Michael Turner; grandchildren Keith Parsons, Jr., Shayla Keyara, and Alana Harris; two best friends; two sons-in-law; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and numerous close friends.

Calling hours will be Friday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m.- Noon at D'Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter St., East Hartford. Funeral services begin at Noon with Full Military Honors concluding the service. For online expressions of sympathy, please visit www.desopo.com.