Parsons, Carl E., 71, of Dayton, OH, passed away peacefully, Saturday, April 7, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Louisa Parsons and 4 brothers. Carl is survived by his loving companion Janice Leisring; daughters Theresa Taylor and Tina (Chuck) Henderson; grandchildren Jessica and David Taylor, Chandler and Riley Henderson, Skyler Staub, and 11 siblings. Carl was a longtime Dayton resident, drag racing enthusiast, mechanic and animal lover. He was humble, generous, always smiling and never far from a Harley. He will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved him. Family will receive friends from 10 AM-1:00 PM on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME-BEAVERCREEK CHAPEL, 3970 Dayton-Xenia Rd. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM on Thursday at the funeral home followed by interment in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Animal Resource Center of Montgomery County, 6790 Webster St, Dayton, Ohio 45414. Online condolences can be sent to the family at: www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
