James Wilkinson Parkinson

February 13, 2013

Mr. James Wilkinson Parkinson, age 78, of Old Highway 31 in Brewton, passed away Sunday, February 10, 2013, in a Century health care facility.

Mr. Parkinson was born in Jefferson County, AL and had been a prior resident of Brewton before moving to Tallassee, AL a number of years ago. He and his wife returned to the Brewton area one year ago. He worked as manager of the Loachapoka Water Authority. He was the first chief and member of the McCall Fire Department. Mr. Parkinson was a member of Catawba Springs Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Bobbie Louise Parkinson of Brewton; two sons, James E. (Teri) Parkinson of Brewton, and Stanley W. (Peggy) Parkinson of Andalusia; one brother, Robert T. Parkinson of Gardendale, AL; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 from the Chapel of Craver’s Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Edwards officiating. Interment was in Catawba Springs Cemetery.

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  1. Michael Brantley on February 14th, 2013 9:40 am

    It’s been a long time since I’ve seen Mr. Parkinson but truly remember a lot of fun times with them. Red Cross days were the best. Rest in Peace and my warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy are extended to the family.

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