Thadius Arthur Parrish

October 13, 1932 ~ February 11, 2023
Born in:
San Antonio, Texas
Resided in:
Windcrest, Texas
Thadius Arthur Parrish of San Antonio, Texas passed away on February 11, 2023 after 90 years of life and love.
Thad was born on October 13, 1932 to Nora Smith and Curtis Parrish in San Antonio. There he attended Phyllis Wheatley High School and after moving west to California graduated from Polytechnic High School. Immediately following graduation Thad went on to join the United States Air Force.
He spent over three decades serving his country, achieving the level of Chief Master Sargent. After retiring from the military, he went on to have a lengthy career with Lockheed Martin International.
Thad was predeceased by his two children, Thadius Andre Parrish, Adriene Elaine Parrish as well as Eleanor Parrish, Janet Parrish, and Cecilia Parrish.
He is survived by his devoted Wife Effie Parrish, his brother Curtis Parrish, sister-in-law Louise Parrish his daughter Audrey Celeste Parrish, his son Jerome Washington, his grandchildren Leslie Green, Kama Parrish, and Kyra Hall, Daughter Yolanda Owens and son-in-law Alfred Owens his great grandchildren, and numerous lifelong friends including Rick Massimiano, Hesley Gulley, Andrea G Van leesten, Esq and Urs Mahler, and Teresa Tavares of Cascais Portugal.
Services
Memorial Service: March 25, 2023 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Room: Chapel
MeadowLawn Funeral Home
5611 E. Houston St.
San Antonio, TX United States
78220
www.meadowlawnmemorialpark.com

My Uncle Thad was a world traveler, a man of character and a straight shooter, who told it just how it is according to him.. I loved this about him, as he always had a story to tell and a way to make you laugh. My most beloved moment was when I was planning a surprise cruise for my father ( Uncle Thad’s only brother Curtis Parrish III and my mom Louise Parrish Uncle Thad’s Sister in Law for 69 years who were both turning 90 and he agreed to come. Even though he his health was failing, he and Effie choose to come and surprise them both. It was priceless to see the look on their faces. The laughter, the love and the wonderful moments together will remain in my heart forever. Thanks for the memories Uncle Thad, may you rest in peace.💔♥️✝️
Good Bye to a wonderful and generous cousin.
Leona Moszee and Family
Loloma levu.
We miss your love and humor.
We will miss Thad’s love, generosity, humor.