Randy Clayton Parsons passed away on July 20, 2025. Randy was born on June 14, 1947, in Shawnee, OK to Alfred Merle and Vera Mae Parsons. He graduated from Shawnee High School in 1965. He attended East Central University right out of High School but was soon drafted into the military, where he became a member of the United States Air Force, serving as an Aircraft Electrician. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War from August 1966 to April 1970 when he was honorably discharged. He returned to East Central and graduated with his Bachelor’s Degree and a double major in English and History. He furthered his education at Oklahoma City University School of Law and graduated in 1975 with his Juris Doctorate.
Randy started his law career by joining his father’s law practice, which became Parsons and Parsons, for 20 years. In 1995, he opened his own practice and was very successful until his retirement in 2013. In June of this year, he received his 50-year pin as a member of the Oklahoma Bar Association. He was also a member of The American Trial Lawyers Association. Even after retirement, he enjoyed talking to old clients and continuing to give legal advice.
Randy is survived by his wife of 30 years, Brandi of the home, his daughters, Randi Cayton Parsons “Cati” of the home, Jill Reneé Parsons of Shawnee, and Vera Jeneé Parsons of Shawnee, and step-son, KC Scott Steadman of Midwest City, grandchildren, Devin Parsons and wife Kaitlyn of Boston, Destiny Parsons of Shawnee, Daeden Blomquist and husband Jake of Kansas and Quintin Williams of Shawnee, along with two great-granddaughters, Alaiya and Ariya, and the newest addition, great-grandson Luka; his brothers and their spouses, Joe Rick and Joyce Parsons and Kelly and Kelli Parsons, all of Shawnee; as well as numerous nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his cousins, Bobby Lanier and Merle Parsons.
Randy donated his body to Oklahoma State for medical science. There will be a celebration of life at New Hope Baptist Church on Aug. 2, 2025 at 10 am. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight 877-422-6934 or donate@oklahomawarriors.org.
