Elizabeth Parrigin
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Elizabeth ?Betty? Parrigin, of Columbia, entered into eternal rest on July 16, 2007 at The Bluffs. Her husband Perry Parrigin and one brother Jesse Ellington survive her. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday July 20, 2007 at the First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St. in Columbia. Burial will be in the Jacksonville Veterans Cemetery. Betty graduated from Agnes Scott College in Georgia, received her Law degree from the University of Virginia and received her Library degree from the University of Texas. She was and Associate Professor of Law and Law Librarian at the University of Missouri Columbia prior to opening her law practice in Columbia. Mrs. Parrigin was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, the secretary of the Central Missouri chapter of the American Guild of Organists as well as a past president of the Columbia Kiwanis Club. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St., Columbia, MO 65201 or the Friends of the MU Libraries, 104 Ellis Library, Columbia, MO 65201.
Perry:
Our family was so saddened to read of Betty’s passing. I so much enjoyed my time with Betty. She was always gracious, kind, inquisitive and possessed a delightful sense of humor. I know Evan enjoyed his visit with Betty and the hospitality that was extended to him. Our thoughts are with you, Perry. I wish we could be there in person to express them.
I’m so sorry, Perry. Betty was such a vital lovely lady. I have such fond memories of you both. I remember in particular the time you and Betty invited some of us students to your home. We were going to go to England on a University Singers tour and were clueless about going abroad. You two showed us photos, gave us tips on getting around the Underground and what to see. You even fed us and the Derby pie was wonderful. I always loved seeing her where ever I happened to meet her. She was always so upbeat and made you feel that you mattered to her. I will miss her so much. Thank you for sharing her life with us.
I am shocked and saddened to read of Betty’s passing. Perry, I am so sorry for your loss. Seems like just a few weeks ago I saw you in the checkout line at Schnucks. Betty was one of those role model women for me, and I really valued her friendship. I miss seeing her at Muleskinners and as we would pass and chat with one another on the streets when my office was downtown. Always with those great floppy hats! She was intelligent, kind, helpful and professional, a pretty terrific combination for anyone to emulate. My very best regards and with great sadness, Kay