George Charles Perry, Sr. was born December 23, 1923 in St. Louis, Missouri to George Carlos Perry and Lillian Carol Cables. Both parents preceded him in death. He was the last survivor of his four siblings, Willie Mae Murray, Helen Jones, Mary Perry and a twin brother who died during childbirth.
George was educated in the St. Louis Public Schools attending Banneker Elementary School and Vashon High School. After graduation he joined the United States Army where he served in World War II in the European fronts until his honorable discharge. Upon his discharge he married Carrie Lucille Taylor and of this union three children were born, Lillian Carol Perry Gray, George Charles Perry, Jr. and Deborah Ann Perry Harris, who preceded him in death. George was raised in the Union Memorial Methodist Church but later joined his wife and children as a confirmed Catholic at Most Blessed Sacrament Church.
He worked hard for many years as an over the road truck driver and in multiple other positions during a long employment career until his retirement. Anyone who knew him always knew that he was a man who lived life according to his own individual drumbeat. He heard his own tune and danced to it throughout his life. Among other things, he loved to perform his own home improvements and remodeling. He loved to pursue all forms of information, philosophy and knowledge. His mind allowed him to live in a world neighborhood. He loved reading, traveling, scuba diving, paragliding and exploring other countries. He had a lifetime love of cars and music. He particularly loved dancing and was an accomplished ballroom dancer. Until his health faded he enjoyed driving his recreational home across the country and Canada to visit places which sparked his curiosity. George was a one of a kind private man with huge determination and a large appetite for life. Most of all, he had an undying ambition and hope for the success of his family. For all his dreams and gifts to the family we stand in thankfulness and pride. God rest and keep his humble and extraordinary soul.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his two remaining children, Lillian and George Jr., five grandchildren, David A. Harris, Carla M. Harris, John E. Harris, IV, Natasha McLeod, Britt Inger Johnson (deceased), two great-grandchildren, Jalen Wright and Xavier Wright and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
