Obituary of Gerald F Parham

Gerald “Gary” F. Parham, age 67, of Puyallup, WA passed away on August 21, 2019. Gary was born on April 9, 1952, in Tacoma, WA to Freddie Dale and Helen Louise Parham.

He was an amazing, strong, hardworking man that worked as a roofer for over 50 years. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t do or fix. He loved riding his Harley, camping, fishing and being with his family. His family meant everything to him, and his granddaughters were his pride and joy. He fought a very tough fight and never once gave up, he is greatly loved and will be missed. 

He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Barbara Parham; daughter, Sherie Parham-Saathoff and husband John Saathoff; sons, Gerald Parham Jr. and Christopher Clark; granddaughters, Courtney Saathoff, Delilah Saathoff, Sophia Saathoff; brother, Lonnie Parham; and sister, Cheryl Gimlin, along with nieces and nephews. 

Per his request there will be no services. The family will be holding a celebration of life at a later date.