ENID RUTH PARROW DECEMBER 27, 1928 - PINEWOOD, MINNESOTA NOVEMBER 6, 2004 - VERNONIA, OREGON 
She married Arthur M. Parrow on December 27, 1946 in Cayuga, North Dakota. They lived for a time in North Dakota and in Dubois, Idaho before moving to Dufur, Oregon in 1951. Enid and Art lived in Dufur for 17 years. In 1968, they moved to Vernonia, Oregon. She was very active in civic organizations throughout her life. Most recently, Enid was the president of the Vernonia Pioneer Museum and was instrumental in the designation of the museum as a national historic landmark. She also played a major role in the publishing of Vernonia: A Pocket in the Woods, a history of that community. As a member of Vernonia Pride, she was a leader in the organization of the Fourth of July parade and fireworks as well as several beautification projects around the town. Enid also played a key role in the development of the Vernonia Walking Tour and accompanying guide booklet. Enid’s husband, Arthur M., and son David M., preceded her in death. She is survived by siblings Ferne Anderson, Shirley Lee, and David Staehnke; her sons Douglas M., Randall J., and daughters Darlene M. Parrow, Karen D. Parrow, and Melodie A. Eckland; 7 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, November 12, at the Vernonia Community Church. All are invited to stay for a potluck after the service. Remembrances are suggested to: the Vernonia Pioneer Museum, Vernonia Pride, or the Dufur Alumni Association. |
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