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ATLANTIC BEACH - Mary S. Cunningham Perry Jackson, 90, of Atlantic Beach (formerly of Kinston), passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2012. Born in Lenoir County on January 1, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Neta Stroud Cunningham. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Joseph Allen Perry II and Calvin Jackson; and her son, Joseph Perry. Mrs. Jackson was a member of Rivermont Presbyterian Church; the Lenoir County Shrinettes; and the Eastern Star. She served as Bookkeeper for the family business, Calvin A. Jackson & Sons Construction Company. Survivors include her daughter, Loretta Perry Alexander and husband Ed, of Emerald Isle; sons Calvin Todd Jackson and wife Candy, of Wilmington, Robert "Bobby" Jackson and wife Maxine, of Deep Run, and Elwood Perry and wife Maria, of Greenville; grandchildren Suzanne Triemstra, Stephanie Perry Miller, Sabryn Jackson, Dwayne Jackson, Nyra Moody, Jessica Blake, Rick Alexander, and Perry Alexander; 14 great-grandchildren; her sister, Helen Harper of Snow Hill; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 10, 2012, at Howard-Carter Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 2 p.m. with Dr. Wanda Neely officiating. Burial will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to the Sudan Shriner's Children's Hospital Fund, 403 E. Front Street, New Bern, NC 28560. Howard-Carter Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Sign the guest book at Kinston.com (Paid obituary)
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Todd, Stephanie, & Suzanne:
Mrs Mary was a warm vivacious lady who's smile brightened everyone's day. Hold her love close to your hearts. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Allyson & Mark Pilgreen
November 14, 2012
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing Todd....you will be in my thoughts and prayers my friend.
denise simmons
November 12, 2012
Once again I am so saddened for the Perry family. Love and prayers to each and every one.
Margaret Creel
Dover
November 12, 2012
Loosing someone you love is always a sad time of our lives.Sue was a sister to me and also Dorothy.I feeel like they are togather and no more pain thanks to our Lord Jesus.You will always remain in our hearts
Ralph Jackson
November 12, 2012
Family, so sorry to hear of Aunt Sue Sue passing. She was such a wonderful Aunt and Lady. I have so many wonderful memories of her and your family that lives on in my mind. I am sure the Lord was there along with Mom, and all the others that have gone on before to meet her. Blessings Connie & Vic
November 11, 2012
Todd and Family sorry for your loss, your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Spencer Baker and Family
Spencer Baker
November 11, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother.I can still remember going down a dirt road in Dover to visit ya'll.My thoughts and prayers with all of you.
Sandra White Levi
November 11, 2012
Just as this candle glows, may the many wonderful memories flood your hearts with love. Heaven has gained another angel to watch over everyone.
Joan Moore-Howell
November 11, 2012
Todd and family, so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 10, 2012
Sorry for your lost. Keeping you in our prayers
James & Sally Dawson
November 10, 2012
I was truly blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know your mother over this last year. She became a very good friend and special person to me. I hope that I can stay as spunky and sharp as she did. What a great life to celebrate. You all are in my thought and prayers.
Debbie Westbrook
November 9, 2012
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