of Jonesboro, AR
November 7, 1976 - January 21, 2023
Brian Anthony Parnell, 46, of Jonesboro, passed away at his home, January 21, 2023. He was born in Jonesboro on November 7, 1976. Brian was a 1995 graduate of Brookland High School, where he did some writing for the school newspaper. He loved listening to music, doing crafts and picking out flowers in the spring with his mother.
Preceded in death by his grandfathers, Martin Loyd and James Blair and uncles, David Blair and Stephen Garrison.
Survivors include his parents, Patricia Ann and Mickey Kimble; sister, Tina and Mitchell Latimer; grandmother, Frankie Loyd; nephew, Christian Niell; niece, Natalie Niell and aunt, Sharron and James Melton.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, January 25, 2023, 2:00 pm at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home with Tommy Herndon officiating. Burial will be at Nettleton Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Christian Niell, Wade Blair, Charles Spann, Blake Spann, Caden Spann, Daniel Lawson.
Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until time of service.
Memorials can be made in Brian's name to the United Cerebral Palsy, 1817 Woodsprings Rd, Jonesboro, AR., 72401
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13 Condolence(s)
Kelly mckee
Friday, February 17, 2023
Pat, Mickey, and Tina; I just ran across Brian's obituary. We couldnt believe it. We love all of you so much and especially Brian. God bless all of your time of loss. love you, kathy and kelly
Darcy Johnson
Friday, January 27, 2023
Prayers for all. He will be missed
Bobbi Payton
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
My heart goes out to all of you. Brian was such a sweet soul.
Pamela Henson
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
My heart felt sympathy and prayers go out to you. May God lift you up and hold you in his Grace and May you feel the calmness of peace that Brian knows. He’s where God needed him now. You taught him about the Lord and he received Salvation through your Love teachings he’s with his Maker. What a wonderful sound. He’s rejoicing. No pain no suffering. I love my sweet friend. I know there’s still pain for you I will pray each day for you to help heal that. God Bless You Pamela
Patti Wallace
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Patricia and Mickey,Brian was truly a sweet heart. He will be greatly missed. He is running and singing in heaven. James and I will always remember him and playing connect 4 with him. You all are in are prayers. We love you all James and Patti WLlace.
Kerri Layne
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
I am so sorry for loss of Brian. His smile, personality and laughter brightened my day. He was so sweet and kind. My heart breaks for ya’ll. He will truly be miss. I will never forget him. Prayers for you all
Cendy Jenkins
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Brian will be greatly missed. Prayers for the family
Vicky Goodwin
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Pat-- my heart goes out to you! Brian was a light and a true Angel on Earth. My prayers are with you during this terribly difficult time!
Lisa Nurse from John T. Gray
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
So sorry for your loss. I remember a sweet little boy with a beautiful smile who always asked me if I knew Jesus as my Lord and Savior. I,as the song says, can only imagine what a mansion he has now!
Ed Watson
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
My buddy is walking, running, flying. That wheelchair is a thing of the past for him. Love this young man and his family.
Melba Rush
Monday, January 23, 2023
I am shocked and so saddened as I read Tina’s Facebook message. I have so many great memories of Brian. I loved him so much. So sorry for the grief his family is enduring. Prayers for comfort. I can’t make it to the funeral because of my health but I will be praying for y’all. Love to all.
Susan Jones
Monday, January 23, 2023
Pat, Mickey, and Tina, I offer my deepest sympathies for you and the family. Brian was definitely an inspiration to all of us. My love and prayers for each of you during this difficult time. FLY HIGH BRIAN FLY HIGH
Opal L Hanner
Monday, January 23, 2023
My heart goes out to the family. Brian was always a bright spot in my day when y’all came to Pizza Inn. His smile and cheerfulness will be greatly missed. We love y’all and are better people for having had Brian in our lives. Prayers for peace and comfort during this extremely difficult time.