Oxford, CT – William J. Parmelee, Jr. entered into eternal rest on October 27, 2015 surrounded by his family. William was the devoted husband of Margaret “Peggy” Brennan Parmelee. Born in Derby, on November 17, 1928 son of the late Rose (Allard) and William J. Parmelee, Sr.
William was a teacher and principal for the Oxford Central School and Woodbury Middle School. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving after World War II stationed in Japan. He belonged to the American Legion. He enjoyed fishing and travelling. William’s favorite times were spent with his two grandsons especially during the summer months.
In addition to his loving wife of 62 years, he is survived by one son, William J. Parmelee, III and his wife, Kathy of Renton, Washington and two grandsons, William J. Parmelee, IV and Taylor Parmelee both living in Kansas. He was predeceased by a brother Robert Parmelee.
All arrangements have been entrusted to the Ralph Hull Funeral Home, 161 W. Church Street, Seymour, CT. All services are Private. Contributions may be made to the Athena Hospice and Homecare, 112 Washington Avenue, North Haven, CT 06473. For more information or to send an online condolence, please visit us at www.hullfh.com
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