At his home, in Lucan on Sunday, July 7, 2013, of Lucan and formerly of London in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Kate Parnell. Dear father of Diana, Ian, and Mark. Step-father of Michael and Wayne O’Neil. Dear gramps of Dakota, Luke, Lena, Nicole and Lydia and great-gramps of 4.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Keith Thompson, Dr. John Vallely and Wendy Tryst for their exceptional care. Tony was a veteran of World War II as a member of the Royal Air Force and was shot down over France where he remained a POW for 3 years. His interest in dentistry ensured his survival as he helped the camp dentist. He attended the Royal College of Dentistry, London UK and came to Canada in the mid 1960s, where he became the Chief of the Dental Department at St. Joseph’s Hospital until his retirement. He was also a professor of dentistry at UWO. Above all, Tony will be remembered as a humble and kind man with a sweet tooth.
Friends may call at St. Patrick’s Church, 32922 Richmond Street, Lucan from 2:00-3:00 PM on Thursday, July 11th where the Funeral Mass will be held at 3:00 PM with Father Dariusz Lewandowski presiding. Interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Lucan.
Donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated by the family.
PARNELL: Dr. Tony of Lucan and formerly of London
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Jennifer Edwards
This is many years too late, but I have ordered Mr. Parnell’s book as my Grandfather was a POW with him and is mentioned in his book, his name is Mel Edwards and was an absolute inspiration to me, as well as my Grandmother Carole. I look forward to reading the book as it’ll be the closest to reading what my Grandfather went through while a POW. My deepest condolences to Mr. Parnells family many years later, our Grandfathers will never be forgotten. From Jennifer Edwards, Ontario Canada.
Patricia Pocock
Mrs. Parnell and Family,
My sincerest sympathy on the death of Tony. As the Director of Perioperative Services at St. Joseph’s hospital I worked with Tony for many years. It was my honour to know him both as a colleague and friend. He made significant contributions to the care and service provided at St. Joseph’s and I personally valued his consistent devotion and compassion for our patients.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Pat Pocock
Peter Parnell and Family
My sincerest condolences to Kate and all the family; I retain warmest memories of my Uncle Tony, although wish I had seen more of him in recent years. He was an inspirational man and will be much missed.
Peter Parnell
Alex Hipkin (Parnell): niece
So sorry to hear of Uncle Tony’s death. Although I only have memories of him from my teens they are all happy ones and I know that my mum and dad (Heather and Cyril) were so very fond of him. My gran and grandpa doted on him too! Sorry that the last years have been so tough and love to the Parnell family in this difficult time.
Alex
Lesley Brideweser-Redman
Kate, Mike and Wayne —
My sincerest sympathies for your loss… I was very sorry to hear about Tony’s passing from Brad
Kate, your dedication to Tony’s care was both inspirational and meritorious – a true example of devotion and love not often seen. I never met Tony, but I recall numerous times being at your home and noticing your hard work and dedication to his care. It was beautiful- and after reading other posts,I see how appreciated you are for it by those close to you all . I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you . Take care of yourself and each other.
My very deepest sympathies… and thoughts and prayers are with you all .
God bless-
Lesley
Pilar Jareno y Marisa Ballesteros
It was with great sorrow that we learnt about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, as we are convinced that Lord has granted him peace.
All our love,
Marisa and Mum
Diana Helen Fry
Kate,
Thankyou for looking after dad so well that he lived way longer than expected. Thanks for giving him a good time in Scotland. And giveing dad a good time in Spain . And now he’s in Heaven with Jesus .
Thankyou and God Bless .
Diana Helen Fry (Parnell )
Fia Persson
Your smile will forever last in my heart…And the bubbling laughter you created with my sons (your grandsons) when you bounced them on your knees while singing you funny whistling song., will forever be my fondest memory of you.
Rest in Peace Tony.
My heart goes out to you Kate,You are a saint!
Love you .
Fia
Dakota Parnell
Grandpa,
There are so many things I wished I could have told you before this day came. I know it’s too late now but I love you and I appreciate everything you did for me when you could, I was so young then, I only wish I could have shown you my appreciation for you. I’m thankful for being able to see you fairly recently, but things had changed. Still I’m thankful I was able to see you one last time. I miss you, and I thought about you every day, and I will for many more years to come. I’m so proud to call you my grandfather even though you’ve passed. I just wish I could have told you that in person before the end. I love you and I miss you dearly.
Your grandson (forever),
Dakota
Luke Parnell
It is a shame that you are gone, before I was given the opportunity to properly say goodbye. If only I was able to know you better, for I can hardly remember you from when I was small. You will be missed.
Love,
Luke.
Sally Cozens
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He will live on in the memories of the many whose lives he touched and through the lives of his descendants. May his rest be peaceful and his name be for a blessing.
Wes Dunn
I was saddened to read, this morning, of the death of Tony, an esteemed colleague, one of the academic builders, as the founding Chair of Oral Surgery, of Western’s then Faculty of Dentistry. He was highly respected by faculty, staff, and students.
Please permit me to extend to you, Kate, and to all other members of your family, my most profound and heartfelt sympathy.
Most sincerely,
Wes
Nicole Weleczki (Parnell)
I will miss you Grandpa Tony! You were always warm and welcoming to me. You made me smile every time we were together. I know you are in a better place now enjoying good food and conversation.
“He who is drowned is not troubled by the rain.”
I love you Gramps! Xoxo Nicole
Brad & Cindy McGill
Kate, Mike & Wayne:
We were neighbours for many years, and have thought of “you all” many times since you moved.
Tony was an exceptional man. He was always very friendly & easy-going, with many interesting stories.
We are very sad to hear of his passing.
Our thoughts are with you all, as we know Tony will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Brad & Cindy