Robert D. Parman

Published 8:00 am Monday, June 30, 2025

Robert D. Parman, 81, our beloved Pappy, of Brandon, Missippi, passed away Friday, June 25, 2025.

Robert was born to Joseph and Ruth Ferguson Parman Aug. 6, 1943. He attended Jett School in Vicksburg and Port Gibson High School, graduating in 1961. He graduated from Co-Lin Junior College in 1963 and served in the National Guard for six-and-a-half years. He worked as a draftsman for Texaco Corporation, a machinist gear maker at Marathon LeTourneau for 20 years and ultimately retired as a machinist from Waterways Experiment Station with 20 years of service.

Robert was a deacon and active member of Bethel Baptist Church in Brandon. His faith, quiet humility, and gift of service influenced more lives than he recognized. He had numerous hobbies through the years, including carving and woodworking and fishing. His retirement years were devoted to time with his family, especially his grandson. They spent countless hours exploring, fishing, swimming, and shooting. He really was the best Pappy.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Linnie; and brother-in-law, Donald Sharp. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary Ann Hennington Parman; daughter, Becky Parman Combs (Darby); and grandson, Joey Combs (Camilla). He was looking forward to meeting and loving his great-grandson in September. He is also survived by his brothers, Joe Parman (Barbara) and Buddy Parman (Annell); sister, Alice Parman Sharp; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Bethel Baptist Church, 546 Bethel Church Road, Brandon. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m., with the service beginning at 10 a.m. A family burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Gideon’s International or Samaritan’s Purse. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ottandlee.com.