Parsons, Robert Alan 1961-2016

PARSONS, CALLISON, JONES, GORDON

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Date: 2/4/2016 at 13:08:19

Robert Alan Parsons, 54, of Soldotna, Alaska, formerly of Kellogg and Newton passed away of cancer on Friday, Jan. 29, 2016.

The eldest son of Daryle W. and Judy Callison Parsons-Jones, he was born in Grinnell on Nov. 3, 1961.

Bob received his elementary education in the Kellogg Schools, Graduating From Newton Community High School in 1980. He received a Maytag Scholarship. He was awarded a degree in architectural drafting from DMACC in Ankeny.

His childhood found him in little league and Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts where he held all offices. He was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout. He enjoyed the campouts tremendously.

High school days found him managing several sports teams, of which he enjoyed very much.

Bob served in the U.S. Navy for 11 years, stationed in Japan as well as many other places. He served in the Desert Storm conflict with his ship anchored on shore if needed.

Formerly employed by Cline Tool in the computer field, he most recently enjoyed his photography business taking photos of Alaska’s beautiful scenery.

Bob married Jolene Michelle Gordon in Conroe, TX while in the navy on Oct 12, 1991. ~ The Newton Daily News, Newton, Iowa Feb 2016.