June 26, 2021
Edward F. Parish, 55; formerly of Fulton passed away unexpectedly at his parents Phoenix, NY home. Ed was born in Fulton, NY and he has been a current resident of Rome, NY. He worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for all his adult life. Ed was employed by NYS with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, Rome, NY. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and hiking. Ed graduated from G’Ray Bodley High School and had lettered in Varsity Football and Wrestling. He was strong with his faith in God loving his family and friends unconditionally. He was a person who would do anything to help his family and friends and at an early age he found his calling to healthcare. As a young boy in Jr. High, he received a Humanitarian Award because he helped save a man’s life who had sustained a life-threatening injury due to an accident. Ed applied pressure and then a tourniquet to a severed vessel keeping the injured man from bleeding to death.
He was pre-deceased by his wife: Karen Parish, and his sister Judith Parish.
Ed is survived by his parents: John and Anne Parish Sr. of Phoenix, NY; 2 stepchildren: Jessica Trask, and Kristina Trask Eastwood, 5 siblings: Sheila (Paul) Rees of Alleghany, NY; John (Donna) Parish Jr. of New Haven, NY; Helena Parish of Watertown, NY; Michael (Patricia) Parish of Fulton, NY; Andrew Parish of Fulton, NY and several nieces and nephews.
Calling Hours will be conducted Saturday from 9:00 to 10:30 AM in the Sugar Funeral Home, Inc. 224 W. 2nd St. S., Fulton.
Funeral Service to follow in the Sugar Funeral Home Inc., at 10:30 AM officiated by Rev. Joseph Scardella.
Burial will be held in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Fulton. Unvaccinated Visitors are asked to Mask out of respect for the family’s wishes.
Impossible to imagine how you all must feel at this time. I am holding Anne and Jack in my prayers. Much love to the Parish family.
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
WITH TIME, HAPPY MEMORIES OVERCOME THE PAIN OF LOSS AND SORROW.
MAY THAT TIME PASS SWIFTLY FOR YOU.
Anne & Jack I can’t tell you how sorry I am for you and your families. I send my love and prayers to all. I haven’t the words…God Bless You..Hugs
Hard to believe that almost 50 years ago Ray came with me to NY and he had the best time throwing the football with Eddie.
Two years ago I was fortunate to be up there in NY and I got to see Eddie and hear him laugh. Knowing that he worked caring for the elderly; tells a lot about the kindness and humanity he had as part of his character.
My heart really hurts for Aunt Ann and Uncle Jack and all my cousins. You are being prayed for by Ray and myself.
I have yet to accept that Dewy’s no longer with us physically. My deepest condolences to the family and I’m so sorry I will not be able to attend his services. Ed was a life long friend and a huge part of my life. We spent a lot of time at Jay’s gym working out and laughing. Ed was a true friend and a positive role model when I needed one the most. I have so many great memories and I’m so grateful for having him as a friend. Rest In Peace my friend until we meet again.