PARRY

DAVID JOHN

Age 83, of Gibsonia, sadly passed away on October 13, 2025. Born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on November 1, 1941, son of the late David T. and Blodwen Williams Parry. Beloved husband for 53 years of the late Mary Ellen Ringlein Parry. Loving father of Lauren Trievel (Brian), Alyn Parry (Victoria) and Jennifer Polena (Mark). Brother of Peter Parry (Eileen). He was the dear grandfather of Jessica, Lindsey, David, and Abigail. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

David was a graduate of Slippery Rock State College with a B.S. and M.S. in Chemistry. He taught at Hampton High School for 39 years, where he was the drama club sponsor and high school musical director. He was passionate about education and earned the Teachers Excellence Award in 1998 and 1999. David was a member of the Free Masons, Shriner's, and Shriner's Bag Pipe Band, where he served as President and Treasurer. He was also a DeMolay Master Councilor.

David spent his summers working with his children on house projects, including an addition on their home and an extensive garden with retaining walls. He was a licensed soccer coach and loved training his children and their friends. David loved music theater and even met his late wife in a production of Superman. He enjoyed road trips in his Miata and Corvette, especially at this time of year to see the fall leaves. He will be remembered for his quick wit and the stories he loved to tell so effortlessly.

Family and friends received Sunday 3-6 p.m., in SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES LTD., 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown, PA.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Shriner's Hospital for Children, or a charity of choice.