It is with great sadness that the family of the late James Arthur Parsons announces his passing on Monday, March 28th, 2011. He passed away peacefully at his home at the age of 83. Born in McCallum, James was the son of the late Albert and Esther Parsons. He was also predeceased by his brother Bob and sister Kate Crewe. He leaves to mourn with fond memories his loving family : wife Bessie; children Sam (Linda) Crestor, BC, Emily (Kenny) Gaudet, Black Duck Siding, NL, Banfield (Sharon), New Ross, NS, Frank (Nerissa), Fort McMurray, AB, Aubrey (Margaret), St. John’s, NL, and Wanda (Kenny), Port Aux Basques, NL; 21 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; brothers Banfield (Patsy), Antigonish, NS, Albert (Viola), Port Aux Basques, NL, and Chestley (Patricia), Port Bickerton, NS; sisters Dorothy Lyons, Lower Sackville, NS and Sarah (Horace) Walsh, Pool’s Cove, NL; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends can vist Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Port Aux Basques on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, March 30th at 2:00 PM from St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Rev. Peter Booth officiating. Interment to follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery. The family guestbook may be signed or a memorial donation may be made by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca.