Norma Parrish, age 70 passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024. Norma was born in Port Arthur, Texas, to Mary Arnold Richard and Clement Richard, and she lived a full and adventurous life that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Norma’s zest for life took her across the globe, where she embraced both the wonders of nature and the thrill of exploration. She climbed the ancient Mayan pyramids in Mexico and soared through the skies zip-lining in Belize. Yet, above all, it was her love of scuba diving that defined much of her travels. Over the years, she dove in some of the world’s most beautiful locations, from the Cayman Islands to the coasts of Honduras, Belize, and Hawaii. Her spirit of adventure was matched only by her love of family.
Those who were fortunate to know Norma remember her as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, whose devotion to her family was unmatched. She expressed her love through countless thoughtful gestures, including sewing beautiful Easter and Christmas dresses for her daughters year after year. Norma also cherished passing down the family tradition of making her father’s beloved lemon meringue pie, a treat she lovingly prepared for her family every Christmas.
She was preceded in death by her father, Clement Richard; her mother, Mary Arnold Richard; and her brother, Nelson Richard.
Norma is survived by her devoted husband, Daniel Parrish; her daughters, Dusty Campbell and Renee Cavazos; her sisters, Judy Aycock and Carolin Lee; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Her passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of those who knew her, but her legacy of kindness, love, and adventurous spirit will live on in the hearts of her family.
A visitation for Norma Parrish will be held Monday, November 18, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Following the visitation for Norma will be a a celebration of Norma's life from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Grammier-Oberle Funeral Home, 4841 39th St, Port Arthur, Texas 77642.
