Herbert Wayne Parsons, 81 of Kansas City, MO passed away Tues, Apr 27, 2004 at his home. Graveside Inurnment Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wed, May 5, 2004 at Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Mr. Parsons was born on Apr. 11, 1923 to Herbert and Dora Parsons in Kansas City, MO and was a lifelong area resident. He was a carpenter with Union 27L for 37 years and had also been a gunsmith for many years. He was a United States Marine veteran, having served during WWII. Mr. Parsons was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Jean Winters and two sons, Christopher Parsons and William Parsons. He is survived by his wife Elaine Parsons of the home. Two sons and their wives, Brian and Lori Parsons of Kansas City, MO and Herbert and Margie Parsons of Byrne, TX. A grandson, Brent Parsons and one niece.