(Must have Broadband Connection to view Video Tribute) Mr. Blake Allen Parson age 25 of Lansing, NC died Friday, December 19, 2008 at his home. Mr. Parsons was born August 27, 1983 in Watauga County to Allen and Karen Spencer Parsons. Blake attended Appalachian State University and worked at the River House Restaurant. He was preceded in death by his grandfather: Fred Parsons. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at 2pm at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Kevin Jones and Rev. Julian Owens. Burial will follow in the Parsons Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:30 - 2:00 PM prior to the service. Mr. Parsons is survived by: His daughter: Emma Ophelia Parsons and her mother Jennifer Powers of the home His parents: Allen and Karen Spencer Parsons of Lansing His grandparents: Clarence and Lovella Spencer, Leva Parsons Reeves Special aunt: Clara Spencer 1 aunt and 2 uncles also survive. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Emma O. Parsons Educational trust First Citizens Bank/ Benefit of Emma Parsons Attn: Cathy Finley PO Box 187 Lansing, NC 28643 You may send and view email condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with the arranagements.