William "Jim" James Parish III

William James Parish III, 64, of Panama City Beach, FL. passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025 in the Gulf of America while cruising aboard the Norwegian Jewel.

William James Parish III was born June 29, 1960, in Pittsburgh, PA, the son of William James Parish Jr and Nancy Parish. He was a Graduate of Bay High Class of 1978, Navy Vet and a lifelong Steelers fan! He spent many years in the hospitality business where he always watched out for and helped those in need and was a father figure to most. Jim also spent some time as a Realtor before finding his passion providing Payroll options for companies while working with Employee Solutions. Jim was an active member of Emerald Coast APA playing weekly with his friends in tournaments and events. He received multiple MVP awards, as he was the real MVP. Jim was also very involved and an active member of the BNI. He developed lifelong and lasting friendships with everyone he met. Affectionately known as "Jimmy" and "Dear Ol Dad"

Jim was dependable, punctual, and always there when you needed him. People adored Jimmy and all came to Love him.

He became a born again Christian who was dedicated to his faith and serving his lord and savior. He had a passion for missionary work and helping his community.

Survivors include his wife Kelly Parish; Mom Nancy Parish; daughter Sabrina Evers and her husband Darren Evers, his brothers Jeff Parish and Jay Parish his wife Angie Parish ; his grandchildren Sydney Ocasio and her husband Adam Ocasio and Gavin Evers. His Great Grandchildren Lydia and Atlas and many nieces and nephews. As well as his extended family at Church at the Beach. And his loyal and devoted Maximus Iron and Bentley

Preceded in death by his Father William James Parish Jr, son Conner Bailey Johnson, Billy M. Johnson Sr "Big Daddy" and Aunt Jean Johnston

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday April 5, 2025 at The Church at the Beach, Gulf Beach Baptist 10620 Hutchison Blvd. Panama City Beach, Fl. 32407. The service will begin at 2:30 Central Time, the family will receive guests and friends 30 minutes prior to the start of service.

Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Comforter Funeral Home in Port St. Joe, Florida.