Ethan Dale Parsley

Ethan Parsley "Big E" went to be with the Lord on December 16, 2015. Ethan was born on Nov. 27, 2003. He was diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma on Dec. 1, 2014 and courageously fought his battle to the end with a smile on his face and happiness in his heart. He won the fight with cancer as he is now pain free and rejoicing in Heaven with Jesus. Anyone who knew Ethan loved his infectious smile. He always thought of others before himself and was the best friend anyone could want. We would like to say a special thank you to Dr. Spiller and all of the doctors, nurses, CNA's, administrative staff and volunteers (including the therapy dogs) at East Tennessee Children's Hospital for taking such wonderful care of Ethan since his diagnosis. We love you all and are so thankful that God chose you to care for Ethan. Ethan is preceded in death by his grandfather, Denny Phillips, and his stepbrother, Charles Rowe. Ethan is survived by his parents, Stephen D. Parsley and Denise and Mike Rowe; younger brother, Logan Parsley; grandparents, Hannelore Phillips and Larry and Judy Parsley; stepbrothers, Chris Rowe (Holly), Mike Rowe (Jennifer) and Jeff Rowe; stepsister, Angie Rowe. Aunts Heather Parsley and Rhonda Edwards (Sam). Family will receive friends 11am-1pm Saturday at Faith Promise Church, Pellissippi Campus. Memorial service will follow at 1pm. If you are a football player, Ethan would be honored if you would wear your jersey to his service. Also, if you have an #EthanStrong shirt, please wear it. The support we have received from our community is immeasurable and we will forever be thankful for the outpouring of love you have shown Ethan and our family. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in honor of Ethan to The Butterfly Fund of East Tennessee P.O. Box 31434 Knoxville, TN 37930 or The Dream Connection P.O. Box 10924 Knoxville, TN 37939. Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel in charge of arrangements.