Memorial Visitation for Brownlow “Brownie” Parmley will be on Friday, May 7, 2021 from 1:00 pm until 2:30 pm at Gallagher Funeral Home, Ball, Louisiana.
Private Memorial Graveside Service to be held at later date.
Coach Parmley entered eternal rest on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at Marigold House in Alexandria, Louisiana.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Bonnie Ingram Parmley; his parents, Thaddeus Eugene “Gene” Parmley and Wilva Whitlock Parmley; and his brother, Wayne Parmley.
He is survived by his loving sons, Eric Parmley (Teresa), and Brian Parmley; his grandson, Brad Parmley (Megan); his 3 great grandchildren, Michael, Annabelle, and Samuel Parmley; his sister, Dena Stoker; a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Brownie was a retired educator and Football Coach with teams in Arkansas and Louisiana, with the last team being the Bolton High School Bears. An avid golfer, he enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends that he loved so much. He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the compassionate staff of Merigold House for their kind care. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the charity of one’s choice in Coach Parmley’s honor. Friends may call the funeral home at 318-640-1375 or post messages of condolence for the Parmley family by visiting www.gallagherfh.com.