Buddy Parris

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Raymond Herbert “Buddy” Parris, 80, passed away April 1, 2017 at his home.

A native of Greenville County, he was a son of the late Raymond O. and Virginia Tucker Parris, a retired employee of Springs Industries, a member of Calvary Baptist Church and was a U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.

Surviving are his wife of fifty-seven years, Kay Clark Parris of the home;  one brother, James Parris of Flowery Branch, GA; three sisters, Annie Ruth Newton of Greer, Eloise Barton of Lyman and Vickie Cooper of Tryon, NC; and two grandchildren, Blake and Jennifer Parris.

He was also predeceased by a son, Greg Parris and a sister, Doris Wilson.

Graveside services were held 2 p.m. Monday, April 3, 2017 at Hillcrest Memory Gardens, conducted by Rev. Nathan Thomas.

Visitation was held Monday at the graveside immediately following the service.

The family extends special thanks to Hopey, Evelyn, Melissa, Barbara and Gentiva Hospice for their loving care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 101 Calvary Street, Greer, SC 29651.  

Online condolences may be made at www.thewoodmortuary.com.
 

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