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David Charles Perry went to be with our Lord on Saturday June 30, 2012. He was born on December 16, 1943 in Olean, New York, the son the late Charles and Ruth Lawson Perry.
He graduated from Portville Central School, was a retired firefighter from Olean, New York, and for Homes by Oakwood until it’s closing.
David was a member of the Methodist Church in Portville, New York, and Salisbury Christian Fellowship in North Carolina, where he served as an usher prior to his illness. He was an avid sportsman throughout his life receiving many awards, especially in basketball, track, volleyball, and bowling, and he loved NASCAR.
In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by a brother, Robert.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Judy whom he married on November 30, 1962; daughters, Dawn Lawson and husband Yancy, Julie Cradduck and husband James, and Kristan Perry and Mark; son, Michael Perry , and nine very loved grandchildren, Dylan, Caleb, Hannah, Austin, Jordan, Cody. Nicholas, Raegan and Jakob, along with his very “spoiled” pet, Patrick. David is also survived by his three brothers, William and wife Ora Jean of Pennsylvania, Rodney and wife Rosemary, and Phillip and wife Betty both of Arizona.
There will be a Memorial Service for family and close friends on Tuesday July 3rd at Salisbury Christian Fellowship at 7:00 PM conducted by Rev. James Howard. There will also be a Memorial Service in Portville, New York at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Salisbury Christian Fellowship 210 W Ritchie Road Salisbury NC 28147, Destiny City PO Box 73 Salisbury NC 28145, Grace Bible Church 6725 Hwy 152 E, Rockwell, NC 28138, Riverside Methodist Church 10 N Main Portville NY 14770, or Rowan Hospice and Palliative Care 720 Grove Street
Salisbury, NC 28144.
Carolina Cremation is assisting the Perry family. Online condolences may be made at www.mycarolinacremation.com.
Virginia ( Ginny) and Don Becker says
Dear Judy and family: Please know we are thinking of you at this sad time. We had a lasting friendship with you and Dave and we were very sorry to hear of his passing. We pray God’s comfort will sustain you all at this time.
Shayne Snyder Certo says
I have such wonderful memories of your family growing up. Your dad was so funny and appealed greatly to my disgusting childhhood sense of humor. My condolences on your loss. When I think of him, I will smile. Shayne
Vickie & Carey Shields says
Judy & family–We were very sad to see David’s obituary in the Olean Times Herald. We wanted to let you all know that we are thinking of you and sending prayers your way. Made us remember Michaels’ visit back here once and how happy it made Mom to think he would come up to her house for a visist. Heaven has gained another angel–Marge I’m sure will come to meet David and have a great time catching up with him about all of you. Take care and may God wrap you in his comfort. God bless you all. Carey & Vickie Shields
Rick and Nannette Giberson says
Dear Judy and family,
We are so sorry to hear that Dave passed. We are sending lots of love and prayers your way. We continue to lift you to the Lord for healing and comfort in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your friends in Christ, Rick and Nannette Morgan Giberson
Steve Buckner says
Judy, Dawn, Julie, Krsitan and Michael, I am very sorry to learn of Dave’s passing. He was a great friend and I’ve thought of him often over the years, remembering fun times and wondering how you all were doing. Time sure passes quickly. I know Dave loved you all so much and I’m sure he was a terrific gandfather, always lots of fun.
Love and Peace to all of you, Steve
Sharon and Joe McLarney says
Dear Judy and Family, We send our deepest sympathies in the loss of your beloved husband. We will keep you in thought and paryer knowing that a loving God will provide for all your needs.
Kim Teuscher says
Julie and family – I’m so sorry for your loss. I have good childhood memories of your family and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Know that I’m thinking of you all.
Sharon Mountain says
Dear Judy and family,
I am so sorry to hear that David has passed. I am thinking of you and sending my prayers. I know what a difficult time this is for you. You need to rely on your faith and family and friends to get you through this. I never would have made it without all of them. God bears the burden of those in need. Sending my love to all of you.