Thomas E. Parsons, 78 of Kokomo and formerly of Huntington passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Kokomo. Thomas was a 1960 graduate of Kokomo High School, a 1964 graduate of Ball State University with a bachelor’s degree in education, a 1973 graduate of St. Francis University with a master’s degree in education. He taught for two years at Greensburg High School in Greensburg, Indiana. He later taught English for 31 years at Huntington North High School, retiring in 1997. Thomas enjoyed gardening and was well known for his beautiful gardens.
He was born on April 26, 1942 in Kokomo, the son of the late William and Lucille (Bartholmy) Parsons.
He was united in marriage to Carolyn S. Petrucelle on May 1, 1971 at S.S. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Carolyn preceded him in death on December 30, 2013.
Survivors include a sister: Mary Ann (Rick) Wilson of Kokomo; a brother: Stephen Parsons of Kokomo; a niece: Kathy Roby of Fort Wayne and a nephew: Tony Petrucelle of Indiana.
He was preceded in death by a brother: Joseph Parsons.
No visitation or services.
Memorial donations can be made out to Huntington City-Township Public Library in care of Myers Funeral Home, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, IN 46750.
