Homer E. Parsons, 81, of Branchland, WV, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2019, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
Homer was born on September 14, 1937, in Branchland, WV, to the late Luther and Violet (Ferguson) Parsons and was the last surviving of his four brothers: Willis, Willard, Karry, and Robert; and his two sisters: Louella Brinegar and Areva Ross.
Homer worked in the oil and gas industry for over 40 years. He gave his heart to Jesus Christ in 1979 and will continue to serve his Lord throughout eternity. Homer enjoyed hunting, watching Western movies, playing his banjo, spending time in his vegetable garden, and sharing his love of Jesus with others.
Homer is survived by his loving wife Linda (Pennington) Parsons. He passed away on their 59th wedding anniversary. He is also survived by their four sons: Timothy (Erica) Parsons of Louisa, KY; Steven (Amy) Parsons of Louisa, KY; Bart (Sharon) Parsons of Florence, KY; and Bernie (Dawn) Parsons of Cleveland, NC.
Homer was blessed with eight grandchildren: Nathan, Brandon, Shea Moore, Samuel, Ethan, Whitney, Jared, and Aaron; and five great-granddaughters: Lillian May Parsons, Ruby Dare Moore, Elin Alice Parsons, Sutton Jane Moore, and Vivi Lynn Moore.
The funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 19, at 1:00 PM, at McGhee-Handley Funeral Home, 6670 McClellan Street, West Hamlin, WV, with Rev. Dave Cardwell officiating. Burial will follow at Triplett Cemetery, Pleasant View, WV. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6:00-8:00 PM on Tuesday, June 18. Gifts in memory of Homer may be made to The Gideons, International.