Robert M. Parsons Jr.

Bob lived a life grounded in his faith in God, a deep love for his family, and a steadfast commitment to serving others. His character was marked by integrity, humility, and devotion to those around him.

He graduated from Georgia Tech in 1971 and went on to serve his country as a pilot in the United States Air Force, including service in Vietnam. Continuing his dedication to military service, Bob was a member of the Georgia Air National Guard from 1978 to 1991. Following his military career, he became a commercial pilot for Delta Air Lines, where he flew for 26 years and formed lasting friendships with colleagues.

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Emilie; his son, Robert (Bethanne); and his cherished granddaughters, Zoe and Ada, who lovingly knew him as “Daddy Bob.” He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Moore Parsons, Sr. and Josephine Pierce Parsons, and his sister, Margaret Barrow.

A funeral service will be held on April 16 at 1:00 p.m. at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, Georgia, with a reception to follow in the Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society.

“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God.” — Isaiah 41:10