Second class steward aboard the Titanic, with a monthly salary of £3 15s. Parsons died in the sinking. His body, if recovered, was never positively identified. Three postcards related to Richard Parsons, two 5.25 x 3.25 and one 3.25 x 5.25. One is written and signed by Parsons, to his sister, postmarked April 5, 1909, and reads, “I arrived here quite safe yesterday. Will write in a day or two. Hope you are well, with love from Dick.” Other postcards are sent to Parsons from his mother and sister. Postcard sent to Richard by his mother (August 1909) is worded in part: “My dear Dick, just a card to wish you many happy...of your Birthday, sorry I have nothing to send you...with love from mother." Postcard sent to Richard by his sister Addie (September 30, 1909) is worded in parts: “Dear D...you are collecting P.C, I have sent you one it is the new fountain. Ruth is still staying here. I hope you are quite well. We have been expecting to hear from you. I had a letter from Cecil last night he said he had been to see you. Please write soon, with love from us both. Addie " In overall very good condition.
