Obituary of Elizabeth Alice Parsons

Elizabeth Alice Parsons Elizabeth (Libby) Parsons passed away on March 14, 2011, at age 50 from acute lymphocytic leukemia. She left far too soon, leaving a hole in our hearts. Libby was born on October 15, 1960, in Seattle, Washington, to Meryl (Gill) Parsons and William Parsons, the third of seven children. Libby grew up in the Tumwater area, graduated from Tumwater High School in 1978, and then received a degree in Psychology from Western Washington University. She was a member of St. Michael Parish. Libby worked several places before landing at the Washington State Department of Revenue where she advanced to the position of District Compliance Manager. She made many friends there with whom she enjoyed traveling and other social activities. Libby cherished these friendships and they enriched her life. Libby enjoyed gardening, traveling, volunteering at Salvation Army, hanging out with her cats, and spending time with friends. But her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She was a friend and confidant to her siblings and she loved each and every one of her nieces and nephews. Libby was witty, opinionated, kind, generous, and a woman of strong convictions. She was a pillar of strength to her brothers and sisters and a favorite among her nieces and nephews. Libby was a bright light in our lives with her beaming smile and witty sense of humor. We will forever remember the sound of her laughter and the smile on her face. She will be so greatly missed by us all. Libby was preceded in death by her mother and father whom she now joins in heaven. She is survived by her siblings Judy Parrish (Jim Zygar), Theresa Parsons, Lew Parsons (Toby), Mara Peterson, Ron Parsons (Teresa), and Bruce Parsons; nieces and nephews, Isaac and Jacob Larson and great-nephew Brady Larson; Ryan, Amanda, Brooke, Chad, and Nathan Parsons; Emily, Catherine, and Jeannine Peterson; Ali Peller, great-niece Lexie Peller; and many extended family members. She also leaves behind her beloved kitty cats, Moon and Suki. To leave memories of Libby or condolences for the family, please click on "View Guestbook" below.