Celebrating the life of
Roger Wayne Parian
March 14, 1944 - February 22, 2009
Roger Wayne Parian
Roger Wayne Parian was born March 14, 1944, passed away on February 22, 2009. A graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology, Roger served as director of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Coastal Regional Crime Lab-Savannah for 22 years. A passionate philosopher, scientist, inventor, and artist, Roger was a selfless genius beloved by his family and many friends.
Preceded in death by his father, Aldo Pariani. Survived by his wife, Mary Ford Parian, and two daughters, Dagny Pariani and Asha Parian of Savannah. His mother, Eleanor Hoffer Parian of Carrollton. Two brothers, Ronald Pariani Krista of Atlanta and Randall Parian of Carrollton. Several aunts and cousins, nieces and nephews, two great nephews, and his dog, Smokey.
Visitation will be Wednesday February 25, 2009 from 5pm to 6 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 6pm at Fox and Weeks Hodgson Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Heart Association, American Tinnitus Association, or charity of your choice.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors Hodgson Chapel
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31 years of knowing and loving you was not nearly enough... I'll always miss you.
- Nancy Cook, , CA
I was deeply saddened to learn of Roger's passing. He was my mentor in the forensic sciences, and continues to inspire my work. He instilled in me the discipline to look for all possible hypotheses, and to always remember that it was better to let 10 guilty people go free than to convict one innocent person. He was also one very entertaining friend. I wish I had been in touch more often.
- John Lentini, No Name Key, FL
Roger was one of our favorite Brighter Day customers and we will miss his great sense of humor and his friendship. Peter and I will always remember those early Montessori days when we met Roger and Mary - their love for their daughters has always been a special part of our friendship. Peter and I will be thinking of you all - we will miss Roger. Much love, Janie and Peter Brodhead
- Janie Brodhead, Savannah, GA
Mary, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you. Jim Tapley SHS c/o '81
- Jim Tapley, New Orleans, LA
I have fond memories of Roger as the oldest son in a wonderful family, whom all were an island of intelligence and bright humor in a small, rural, Southern town.
- Robert Frost, Carrollton, GA
Mary, I was notified by Martha Fay today of Your/Our loss of Roger. He and you have always been close to my heart, as he was to our Unitarian friends. Peace be with you and your family. Bob Thain
- Bob Thain, Savannah, GA
It is a shame to lose a good man, like Mr. Roger. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. With Love, Katie
- Katie Robertson McKenney, Savannah, GA
Mary, Although I didn't know your husband, I always enjoyed hearing you speak of your upbeat relationship and had hoped to someday read some of his creative writing. My sympathies to you and your daughters, and to Smokey too, who must surely miss and grieve for this wonderful man.
- Cindy Stevens, Savannah, GA
Roger was a wonderful person. I knew and respected him as a fellow forensic scientist for many years. My sincere condolances to all of his family and loved ones.
- Ralph Keaton, Garner, NC
Dagny, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- Elizabeth Cone Katz, Atlanta, GA
31 years of knowing and loving you was not nearly enough... I'll always miss you.
- Nancy Cook, , CA
I was deeply saddened to learn of Roger's passing. He was my mentor in the forensic sciences, and continues to inspire my work. He instilled in me the discipline to look for all possible hypotheses, and to always remember that it was better to let 10 guilty people go free than to convict one innocent person. He was also one very entertaining friend. I wish I had been in touch more often.
- John Lentini, No Name Key, FL
Roger was one of our favorite Brighter Day customers and we will miss his great sense of humor and his friendship. Peter and I will always remember those early Montessori days when we met Roger and Mary - their love for their daughters has always been a special part of our friendship. Peter and I will be thinking of you all - we will miss Roger. Much love, Janie and Peter Brodhead
- Janie Brodhead, Savannah, GA
Mary, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you. Jim Tapley SHS c/o '81
- Jim Tapley, New Orleans, LA
I have fond memories of Roger as the oldest son in a wonderful family, whom all were an island of intelligence and bright humor in a small, rural, Southern town.
- Robert Frost, Carrollton, GA
Mary, I was notified by Martha Fay today of Your/Our loss of Roger. He and you have always been close to my heart, as he was to our Unitarian friends. Peace be with you and your family. Bob Thain
- Bob Thain, Savannah, GA
It is a shame to lose a good man, like Mr. Roger. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. With Love, Katie
- Katie Robertson McKenney, Savannah, GA
Mary, Although I didn't know your husband, I always enjoyed hearing you speak of your upbeat relationship and had hoped to someday read some of his creative writing. My sympathies to you and your daughters, and to Smokey too, who must surely miss and grieve for this wonderful man.
- Cindy Stevens, Savannah, GA
Roger was a wonderful person. I knew and respected him as a fellow forensic scientist for many years. My sincere condolances to all of his family and loved ones.
- Ralph Keaton, Garner, NC
Dagny, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- Elizabeth Cone Katz, Atlanta, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
