August 28, 1973 ~ September 23, 2008
On August 28, 1973, Nyree entered this Life's Journey. She was the proud daughter of Annetta L. Parnell and Paul Barnett, who preceded her in death. She attended Warren Township Schools, where she received her elementary education and graduated from high school from Arsenal Technical High School at the age of seventeen. Before receiving her High School diploma, Nyree enlisted in the United States Navy. While serving in the Navy, on February 25, 1993, she gave birth to a beautiful little girl. Nyree loved playing volleyball and would often brag of how she was beating up on the guys in the barracks at some card game. Her field of training was in engineering. After a few years she was diagnosed with asthma and had to be discharged. Nyree professed her hope in Christ at an early age and joined Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church until the late ninety's when she ventured out to do the work of our Father at other churches. She was blessed with a handsome little boy on August 9, 2000. Nyree always did what she thought was right when it came to her children. She just enjoyed helping people. You could find her volunteering at her children's schools many days a week. Nyree joined the Body of Christ Community Church in 2002. She was very active in the Women's Ministry and was in the process of organizing the clothes pantry. The young people could always count on her support with transporting kids and thinking of fun things to do. She shared her technical skills with media with anyone needing help with their computers or cell phones. Nyree recently joined a ministry called 'Helping Hats' where she knitted gloves and hats for the homeless. She was a leader in the Vacation Bible School for the community at the B.O.C.C.C. for six years. She trained new volunteers every year and enjoyed every part of it. Nyree loved playing volleyball, baseball, bowling, movie night on Tuesdays at Angie's, going to the boat, playing cards and working with the New Hope Great Banquet, where she was a part of that community. There was not a holiday that would pass that you wouldn't find Nyree at the card table at the Richardson's with her cousins talking smack. On any given Monday night her and 'Her Cuz' Jeanette 'Her Ace' 'Her Road Dog', would talk smack too, while beating up on each other playing Dad. Nyree departed this Life's Journey, September 23, 2008. She leaves to cherish her memory, two children, Epiphany Parnell and Andrew Parnell-Pardue; mother, Annetta L. Parnell; brother, DonEarl L. Martin; uncle, Jack Parnell; aunts, Charlene Harden and Beverly Mosley; her 'sisters', Angie McManus (Curtis), Diane Fisher, Lusherl Hampton; a host of relatives and friends. Visitation:Tuesday, September 30, 200810:00 am - 12:00 NoonAllen Chapel A.M.E. ChurchService:Tuesday, September 30, 200812:00 NoonAllen Chapel A.M.E. ChurchBurial:Sutherland Park Cemetery
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August 28, 1973 ~ September 23, 2008
On August 28, 1973, Nyree entered this Lifes Journey. She was the proud daughter of Annetta L. Parnell and Paul Barnett, who preceded her in death. She attended Warren Township Schools, where she received her elementary education and graduated from high school from Arsenal Technical High School at the age of seventeen. Before receiving her High School diploma, Nyree enlisted in the United States Navy. While serving in the Navy, on February 25, 1993, she gave birth to a beautiful little girl. Nyree loved playing volleyball and would often brag of how she was beating up on the guys in the barracks at some card game. Her field of training was in engineering. After a few years she was diagnosed with asthma and had to be discharged. Nyree professed her hope in Christ at an early age and joined Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church until the late ninetys when she ventured out to do the work of our Father at other churches. She was blessed with a handsome little boy on August 9, 2000. Nyree always did what she thought was right when it came to her children. She just enjoyed helping people. You could find her volunteering at her childrens schools many days a week. Nyree joined the Body of Christ Community Church in 2002. She was very active in the Womens Ministry and was in the process of organizing the clothes pantry. The young people could always count on her support with transporting kids and thinking of fun things to do. She shared her technical skills with media with anyone needing help with their computers or cell phones. Nyree recently joined a ministry called Helping Hats where she knitted gloves and hats for the homeless. She was a leader in the Vacation Bible School for the community at the B.O.C.C.C. for six years. She trained new volunteers every year and enjoyed every part of it. Nyree loved playing volleyball, baseball, bowling, movie night on Tuesdays at Angies, going to the boat, playing cards and working with the New Hope Great Banquet, where she was a part of that community. There was not a holiday that would pass that you wouldnt find Nyree at the card table at the Richardsons with her cousins talking smack. On any given Monday night her and Her Cuz Jeanette Her Ace Her Road Dog, would talk smack too, while beating up on each other playing Dad. Nyree departed this Lifes Journey, September 23, 2008. She leaves to cherish her memory, two children, Epiphany Parnell and Andrew Parnell-Pardue; mother, Annetta L. Parnell; brother, DonEarl L. Martin; uncle, Jack Parnell; aunts, Charlene Harden and Beverly Mosley; her sisters, Angie McManus (Curtis), Diane Fisher, Lusherl Hampton; a host of relatives and friends. Visitation:Tuesday, September 30, 200810:00 am - 12:00 NoonAllen Chapel A.M.E. ChurchService:Tuesday, September 30, 200812:00 NoonAllen Chapel A.M.E. ChurchBurial:Sutherland Park Cemetery
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Ms. Arnetta, Epiphany, and Andrew. I would like to share my deep condolences on the lost of your daughter and mother. Nyree was my friend since High School we shared having two children around the same time and enjoyed comparing our likes and diffences in
I dont really know what to say, but… I love you and I will miss you always. Your smile will always have a special place in my heart. Even though I cant be there, my spirt will… Love you like my sis…always.
To the family of Nyree Parnell,Words cannot express the depth of loss that I feel at the passing of someone who was a friend to me and to my family, and yet, I recognize how much more profoundly this loss must be affecting you. I am at a total loss for wo
Epiphany and Drew please know that your mother’s memories will always be treasured. May God breathe new life into you and Drew and may you feel the Power of His might in the days ahead. We love you and we are here for you. The Baskin Family
Epiphany and Andrew, my prayers are with you and your family. Remembering you in thought and prayer, and asking God to bring you comfort and strength in this difficult time. God Bless,Martin, Susan, Morgan and Moriah Grisby
Sister Parnell, Epiphany and Andrew. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you at this time.
To the family, Peace & Blessing to you all, My God Bless with you all continuously. She will be greatly missed by many. From Valerie Davis Family
wow i really dont know where to being i been friends with nyree since we were kids running around park and ruckle stirring up trouble (you,me,scooter,lil man and nicole) we had our ups and downs but we always manage to stay friends i cant beieve you are g
Dear Annetta and grandchildren -‘Weeping may endure for a moment, but joy comes in the morning’….know that I am praying for you and the children. It is not up to us to ask why, but to TRUST GOD in all things….he is a KEEPER!Humbly submittedEnid Bennet
FROM THE GILLARD AND SHACKELFORD FAMILY WE SORRY ABOUT UR LOSS .WE HAVE U N ARE PRAYERS NYREE IS N A BETTER PLACE FREE OF HURT AND PAIN LOOKNG DOWN ON U AND THE KIDS THE KIDS ARE HER LEGACY A GIFT TO YOU EVEN THO SHE IS NOT WIT US BUT SHE IS IN THE KIDS .
Nyree, I am so sorry I was not there for I just found out today, December 23, 2008 (three months later) my heart is saddened and very heavy. Only God knows for He sees all and knows all and I will not question Him for there is a reason in every season. I
Ma Parnell, Epiphany and Andrew and Scooter, you are all in my prayers. My heart is broken for my sister is gone. We was always spending the night over each others apartment in Amber Woods and we also got into alot of trouble together. I would not trade a
To my sister and beloved friend nyree.. i am sorry that i or no one was able to help you in your time of need, and i pray that your forgive us… I just heard and feel so much sorrow in my heart knowing that we were once a couple and now you left so sudde