Lesley Parrish Obituary

Leanne and family,
I loved having Lesley and Oreo as neighbors. I enjoyed our visits. Lesley had a zest for life and I treasure the memories we made. We shared a lot of laughs.

I met Lesley in 2016, she was such a joy, and I instantly became interested in hearing about her travels and life. I enjoyed every encounter I had with this amazing woman. Rest in the joy you gave to this world. You will be missed.
Much love and friendship, and prayers to the family.

Sincerely,

Kelly Parker

Thank you, Pal, for all the memories. We shared thoughts on books we read, movies we'd watched, how to fix the problems of the world and what recipe was best for everything from artichoke ciabatta bread to fried zucchini. We spoke on the phone nearly every day. Who is going to be there to hear the latest and greatest silly story about my goofy dogs? When Lesley came to visit for Cookie Exchange or Fourth of July...the party was always more fun because of her sense of humor and pleasant company.

She was one of a kind, yet typical of her generation. She loved life with all it's warts and imperfections. Most of all she loved her family, her beloved partner in life Dick and their children, Leanne, Bryan and Dede. I know they will miss her even more than I miss her.

Rest in peace, old girl...I'm glad to have known you.

Dear Parrish Families,
I text Lesley last week to let her know I'd be back in town and wondered if we could have breakfast one of the days. I did not hear from her. Our mutual friend Steve called me a few days ago, and could not get ahold of her, and his call to me last night sent trouble signals to me when he told me her phone was disconnected I tried calling also, and I got the same message.. Thus, no reply to my text..
In being told my dear friend had passed away, I was devistated. My heart is broken and I will miss this wonderful sweet friend for the rest of my life, There will always always be a void. Lesley loved her life, and took her hard knocks with grace. The last several years had been tough on Les, and she commented reciently to me about how lucky she had been to live as long as she has..
We took care of many people when we worked together at the hospital, and she knew her physical problems and the limits it gave her, but she made each day count. She was one of the strongest women I've ever known.
You are on your final journey my sweet friend, I miss you already, but we will meet each other in another time and place. Please watch for me, and know Until then, I will always cherish our love and friendship until then.

I was so sad to hear of Lesley's passing. She and I go back to being friends at Ebinger Grammar School and Taft High School, both in Chicago, IL Both Joyce Johnson and myself have kept in touch with her all these years. May she now rest in peace after undergoing many physical challenges these past few years. Last we saw her was when she traveled to the Chicagoland area for our last high school reunion and got to spend quality time with each other.

Goodbye dear friend. Rest in peace.

Anita (Nehring) Petersen