Tirus Mandel Tramaine Parnell, 47, was called to a place of eternal rest on Monday, October 17, 2022 at Piedmont Columbus Regional in Columbus, Georgia from injuries sustained in a two vehicle accident on October 8th. Tramaine was born in Valdosta, Georgia to the parents of Overseer Robert and Pastor Helen Parnell, who adopted him at birth, and his biological mother, Mrs. Louvenia Freeman on June 13, 1975.

Tramaine loved to laugh. He enjoyed good food and good conversation with family and friends; especially about sports or the Word of God. He shared his testimony with many people to encourage them to give their lives unto the Lord.

During his childhood years, Tramaine matriculated through the DODEA Military School System and the Muscogee County School District. He completed his high school coursework and graduated in Baxley, Georgia. Tramaine was baptized at an early age and was a member of Peaceful Holiness Church throughout his lifetime. He participated in the Children's Choir and was also a musician using his gifts on the drums as needed.

Tramaine leaves cherished memories to his parents Elder Robert and Helen Parnell, his older brother Frederick [Tanya] Parnell, his niece Erin Donaldson, his nephew Frederick Parnell Jr., two grand nephews, one grand niece, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He closed out his life with his final testimony and a word of encouragement, saying, “It's going to be alright."

The visitation will be held on Thursday, October 27th from 1pm - 4pm at Progressive Funeral Home, 4235 St. Marys Road, Columbus, Georgia.

The funeral will be held on Friday, October 28th, 2022 at 10am at Peaceful Holiness Church, 4944 Buena Vista Road, Columbus, Georgia. Following the funeral, a burial service will take place in Lake Park, Georgia.

The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to be selected to provide end of life services.