Daniel Wilkes Parrish III, 67, died on February 26, 2026. He was born on January 2, 1959, in McAllen, to Daniel Parrish Jr. and Reta Parrish (Leatherman).
Mr. Parrish was a dedicated environmental engineer and dedicated Eagle Scout. He spent four decades of his professional life contributing to environmental engineering. He was a proud alumnus of Lamar University, where he laid the foundation for his career.
He married Pam Henricks on April 30, 2005, at the Scarborough Fair in Waxahachie. They were married for 20 years and shared many memorable adventures, including traveling in their beloved Model A Ford and scuba diving around the world.
Mr. Parrish loved spending time outdoors, driving antique cars, and connecting with his family and friends. He enjoyed working on the ranch, grilling a mean steak, smoking a brisket on the BBQ, and sharing one of his home brewed beers. He also enjoyed taking care of his cows, playing with his tractor and hunting.
He is survived by his loving wife, Dr. Pam Henricks; children, Reanna Dipaulo and Nick, and Joshua Parrish; stepchildren, Jennifer Easton, and Wayne Henricks and Julia; and granddaughter, Lina Easton.
He was preceded in death by his son, Daniel Parrish IV.