Austin M. Parkhurst, 100, a lifelong Hollis resident, passed away at his home, early Tuesday morning, March 24, 2020 after a period of declining health.
Born in Hollis, New Hampshire on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1920, he was one of four sons of the late Nelson N. and Hazel O. (Marshall) Parkhurst. Austin was educated in Hollis schools and graduated from Hollis High School. He also attended the Conservatory of Music in Indianapolis, IN. An Army veteran, he served his country during World War II from 1941 to 1945.
Austin was a self-employed contractor and surveyor for a number of years. He married Anna M. Clarke on October 28, 1950 in Cambridge, MA. The couple shared over 54 years together until her passing on August 17, 2005.
Members of his family include his two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol Ann and Donald Studley and Martha “Marty” and Richard Lancourt all of Hollis; two grandchildren, Keith Studley and his wife Erika of Simi Valley, CA and Elizabeth (Studley) Heiberg and her husband Bryan of Lomita, CA; two great-grandchildren, Ella Grace Studley and Mackenzie Hope Studley; a brother, Arthur Parkhurst of Indiana; also many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Austin was predeceased by two brothers, Howard and Winston Parkhurst.
Due to the Coronavirus and safety concerns, there are no calling hours. A celebration of his life is being planned and will be held at a later date. Donations may be made in Austin’s memory, to Home Health & Hospice Care, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054.Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com
