Charles H. Parliman

Charlie was born on April 22, 1948 in Sidney, NY, the son of the late Fredrick and Loretta (Monder) Parliman. On June 10, 1989 Charlie married Karyl Buzie in Portlandville, NY and celebrated 23 years of marriage, always marking their anniversary with a beautiful bouquet of roses for Karyl.

He had a great love of country music, his favorites were legends like George Jones and Hank Williams. Charlie enjoyed a few hobbies in his spare time. He was a talented wood worker, especially crafting items like tables and stands. He also liked working in his garden and taking long walks around the park.

Charlie is survived by his loving wife, Karyl Parliman of Oneonta; his daughter, Joanna Parliman of Oneonta; his son, Michael Parliman of Nashville, Tennessee; and his grandson, Wyatt Roe.

He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Jean Buzie of Hartwick; his sisters-in-law, Donna Parliman of Port Crane, Cheryl Edwards of Springfield Center, Karen Buzie of Oneonta, and Carla Westcott of East Meredith; his brother-in-law, George Buzie of Otego and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Charlie was predeceased by his sister, Joan Parliman; his brothers, Fred “Sonny” Parliman and Richard Parliman; and his brother-in-law, Jeff Westcott.

Friends and family may call from 4pm to 6pm on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at the Bookhout Funeral Home, 357 Main Street, Oneonta, at which time the family will be in attendance.

A funeral service will be held at 6pm on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at the funeral home, with the Rev. Mel Farmer, officiating. Interment will be in the spring in the Oneonta Plains Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Charlie’s memory to the Susquehanna S.P.C.A, 4841 State Highway 28, Cooperstown, New York 13326.