Cleola Parnell Obituary
We are sad to announce that on October 4, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Cleola Parnell of Richmond, Virginia. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Cleola Parnell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Cleola's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Cleola's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.
She was predeceased by: her grandson Kemod Parnell. She is survived by: her children, Wanda Parnell, Wendy Parnell Price (Larry), Horace Parnell (Tonya) and Spanode Parnell (Tacosha); and her sister Alice Bethea. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; nineteen great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 13th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at the Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home (2011 Grayland Ave, Richmond, VA 23220). The lying in state will be held on Tuesday, October 14th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Swansboro Baptist Church (3801 Midlothian Tpke, Richmond, VA 23224). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 14th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A reception will be held on Tuesday, October 14th 2025 at 12:45 PM at the same location.