Hero, Vincent Parr

This GoFundMe is being created to bring awareness and show support for our late hero Vincent Parr who was the son of Becky and Doug Parr and the brother of Alison, Emily, Abigail, and Alexandra. Vincent died on Sunday 8/20/2023 in the early afternoon after heroically saving his wife and her child from the Swift River in NH when they got caught in the currents near an eddy. He dove in without a second thought and saved both of them before getting caught himself and was unable to surface. Bystanders tried their best to get him out of the river, but the current was too strong and he ended up slipping away for several minutes before resurfacing and receiving CPR. Unfortunately, he did not survive despite all the efforts from bystanders, EMS, and the police.

Vincent was a family man and had a pure heart of gold. He treated others how he wanted to be treated and would go out of his way to make someone smile, even if it made him look silly. He NEVER missed a holiday, birthday, or even a casual family get-together. He was the glue that held strong and always kept positive and logical no matter what situation was thrown at him or the rest of his family. He was the best of us and was taken 37 years young from this world. His bravery goes unmatched and we know that if he had the chance, he would do the same heroic actions of jumping into that river and saving those two lives.

We are trying to ease the financial burden during this hard and stressful time and give Vincent the peace and proper service/burial that he deserves. Any donation no matter how big or small is greatly appreciated and we thank you. He touched the hearts of so many and to say that he will be greatly missed is the understatement of the century. There aren't many people like Vince, he is a rare breed in the best of ways. If he ever made a difference in your life or ever left you with a smile, please come and pay your respects and say goodbye for now.

All proceeds will go to the parents Doug and Becky Parr to help pay for funeral expenses. 

The service will be held on Wednesday, August 30th.  If you are interested in attending, please reach out for details regarding place and time.