Alvin Lewis Parsons

May 11, 2023

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Alvin Lewis Parsons, 74, of Mulberry, passed away May 11, 2023 at Witham Health Services in Lebanon, Ind.  He was born on May 3, 1949 in Hays, Kansas to Bernard Eugene and Ellen (Steele) Parsons.

Alvin was a 1967 graduate of Eunice High School and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Louisiana State University.  He was President/CEO of Insurance Federation of Minnesota, retiring in 2005.  Alvin was a member and past lay leader of New Hope Church.  He was the Chairman of central Indiana Tea Parties (Meritus), a four-time Clinton County Republican Convention delegate, and enjoyed shooting sport clays, bird hunting, and loved spending time with his grandsons Aiden and Emerson – especially during vacations. His greatest joy was being a Pepaw.

Visitation and Services

A memorial visitation will be 2-3 p.m. June 16, 2023 at the New Hope Church, 5306 W. CR 600 S, Frankfort. The memorial service will begin at 3 p.m. at the church. A meal will follow the memorial service. Memorial donations may be made to the New Hope Church.

Survived by:

his daughter: Elizabeth E. (Aaron S.) Gilman of Lafayette, Grandsons: Aiden Lewis Gilman of Lafayette, Emerson Scott Gilman of Lafayette and his dog: Mae.

Preceded by:

his parents.

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6 Condolences for “Alvin Lewis Parsons”

  1. Rick Rogstad May 18, 2023 at 11:24 am

    Al was a good man. Not much more needs be said. I’ll miss him.

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  2. David Waters May 18, 2023 at 1:29 pm

    A true American and patriot has ended his pursuit of happiness here Earth only to continue that pursuit in the place we call home. His expression of Americanism is inspiring and I will miss the fellowship we shared.

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  3. Ralph Himelick May 18, 2023 at 10:42 pm

    Al was one the the best! A good friend, a legitimate “gun guy”, international business man. An interesting story was, when a typical news twit accosted him about the legitimacy of his opinion on a business issue, he replied, “I only run a multi million dollar international corporation” or words to that effect. If I were still “raising glasses” I would do so now. “A toast to a guy who was always a friend, and the real deal!” All the best to Judy, too. Do you take good care.
    Ralph

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  4. Roberta Wilkinson June 16, 2023 at 8:54 am

    Liz and guys, so sorry for the loss of your Dad, Grandad. We will miss him a great deal. He was more than a cousin to me but a brother, friend. Loved the conversations we had. He will be missed. Love to all of you. Roberta

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  5. Ken Peterson July 26, 2023 at 7:49 pm

    I just found out about Al’s passing. Separated by distance we were still brothers and have had many discussions about faith and life. I look forward to seeing him again. God’s blessings to Liz and family.
    Ken Peterson, Panama

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  6. Susan Montelaro Fontenot July 12, 2024 at 4:49 pm

    I am so saddened to hear the news of Alvin’s death! My deepest sympathies to the family and so very sorry his classmates are just getting this news! Such a great friend and loved his EHS Class of ‘67!!!! He will be missed !! RIP Alvin!!!

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