PARSONS, Timothy Robert
Posted: December 22nd, 2021
Timothy Robert Parsons
1958 – 2021
Timothy Robert Parsons of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Sharon Dersch, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 18, 2021, with his family by his side. He bravely fought his battle with cancer with the same dignity and quiet determination he lived his life, ne’er a complaint.
Tim grew up in Lethbridge and after earning a B.Mgt. from the University of Lethbridge he managed the family businesses until his passing. He was dedicated to his work but also took time to enjoy life to the fullest with a passion for the outdoors and staying physically fit. He was an inspiration to many who worked out with him at the YMCA. He loved golfing, kayaking, playing the piano, and hiking, spending innumerable hours on the trails in Waterton Park with family and friends.
He imparted his love of Waterton to his children and treasured sharing the wonders of the park with them. Although saddened by the devastating fire in Waterton he found joy in watching the rebirth and renewal of the forest with his family. Characteristic of Tim he always saw “the silver lining”. We will forever hold dear so many cherished memories of the time spent there with him hiking the trails, gathering around a fire in the evening, lying on lawn watching the stars into the night…
Tim was an exceptional husband, father, son, brother and friend. He was so very proud of his three daughters. Besides his loving wife Tim will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Christina Hubbard (Danny Saunders), Emily and Cara, his mother Nell, and sister Lori (Donald) McArthur. He was predeceased by his father Robert (Bob) Parsons, mother-in law Colette Dersch, and nieces Megan MacDonald and Kelli-Lynn Robertson.
The family extends their gratitude to the palliative care team, and nurses on unit 4A at the CRH with a special thank you to Jay and Heather for their exceptional care.
A Celebration of his Life will be held in Waterton at a later date.
Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, memorial donations can be made to the Sarcoma Cancer Foundation of Canada, 2 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M4V 1L5.
Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.
My deepest condolences on Tim’s passing. We affectionately called him Mr. Tim here at the office, and looked forward to seeing him on Friday mornings when he knew we had donuts.
I also very much appreciated his friendship and encouragement at the lunch time classes at the Y! He was always a positive influence on us all, especially in spin class. I know he missed the downtown Y and his lunch buddies as much as I did when it closed.
RIP Mr. Tim