Anthony Parra

Anthony J. "Tony" Parra, 87, of Bethlehem passed away in his home, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Born on February 7, 1937, he was the son of the late Carmen (Sorriano) and Jose Parra. He was the loving husband of Rosemarie (Josar) Parra.

Tony retired as a machinist from Ingersoll Rand after many years of service. An avid outdoorsman, Tony loved fishing and hunting especially his trips to Alaska and to the family cabin in Potter County. He enjoyed camping and fixing cars and had a great love for his pets.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Rosemarie Parra; daughters, Karen Hein and her husband, James and Lori Diglio and her husband, Eric; son, Joseph Parra and his wife, Donna; sister, Maria Pasco and her husband, Joe; grandchildren, Anthony, Ryan, Lynnanne, Tara, Jessika, Juliana, Kylie, Jared and Kayla and great-grandchildren, Corinne, Connor, Chase, Ericka, Alivia, Emilia, Mason and Summer-Lee.

Services will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Donate now to St. Jude and help kids fighting cancer - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (stjude.org)