Y.B. Harrell Parsons

Y.B. Harrell Parsons, 88, of New Bern died Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at Crystal Coast Hospice House.

He was an avid hunter and fisherman.

He is survived by his wife, Diana Parsons of the home, three sons, Harrell Parsons Jr. of New Jersey, William "Billy" Parsons of Michigan and Hector Vega of Pennsylvania; two daughters, Annabella Parsons of Idaho and Lindabell Parsons of Florida; 13 grandchilren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Bryant Funeral HOme Chapel with the Rev. Steve Willis officiating.