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April 5, 2010
I got to know General Perry in the last years of his life. With all his many accomplishments I knew him to be a very humble, unassuming man. My father and I always looked forward to his return to Susquehanna every summer. We admired him very much. Our sincerest condolences go out to you Susie.
Jane Mazikewich and Carl Lawrenson
April 1, 2010
Miller, Pauline, and Susie will always be remembered by Groff and Fern Bittner. We had many wonderful times for fifty years.I'm sure our son remembers Coxton Lake with Mark many years ago.We look forward to seeing Susie when she returns to St. Charles.
R Tully
March 29, 2010
We, as an Army family, were neighbors of then-LTC Perry & his family in Camp Hakata, Japan in 1950. Our older brother was a classmate of son, David. Later, we would learn of Gen Perry's extraordinary courage on July 5, 1950 with Task Force Smith outside of Osan, Korea.Google Roy Appleman's book - South to the Naktong, North to the Yalu, pages 65-72.Gen Perry was a leader who lead from the front. Not many artillery commanding officers earn the Purple Heart because he was acting as an infantryman. Ron
Tom Thiel
March 26, 2010
On behalf of the 2,200 members of the 24th Infantry Division Association, I wish to express our sympathies on the loss of your loved one and one of our long time members and a brother in arms.
Tom Thiel, Taro Leaf Editor, 24th Infantry Division Association
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Melvin Frederick
March 26, 2010
On behalf of all the members of the 24th Infantry Division Association, I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We look back proudly and appreciate his service to his country.
Mel Frederick
President 24th Infantry Division Association
Franny Lochow
March 26, 2010
Susan and family --I am so sorry to receive this news. But how can we be surprised? My mother, Patty Hogg, worked for Moppy for many years and he was a part of our family. We even named our parakeet "Miller Perry!"
Many years later, he was my date at a Bobbie Burns Party when my cruddy boyfriend stood me up. I never imagined I could have so much fun with a ninety-five-year-old date! He was such a gentleman and so interesting!
My husband Robert and I have ALWAYS enjoyed Moppy's company. We made a point of visiting him when we were in Michigan (I remember meeting you at his at his house at Christmas.) I admired the beautiful needlepoint that he did. He told us he wanted to stay in his house as long as his housekeeper had no plans for retirement. She was ninety!
I treasure a little kitty-in-a-seashell figurine that he gave me that is at once so silly and also so sentimental and important to me.
I wept when I got this news. I loved him and I loved getting his Christmas cards with pictures of him in a KAYAK, for God's sake, at over 100 years old! And I especially treasured the huge grin on his face when he was holding Mark David! Such a character! Such a dear and sweet man! I recall affectionatly his undying love for your mother, Polly.
A few years ago Robert and I tried to bring flowers to your mother's grave at West Point, as a tribute from Moppy, but we were denied access.
He was so good to my mother when she was having a difficult time at the end of her life. I adored him and I am sending you our prayers and blessings.
I know how lucky you were to be his daughter, because I was lucky just to be a family friend!
Bless all of you. Please keep in touch.
Franny and Robert Lochow, Beacon New York
Howard Becker
March 25, 2010
May God Grace the Family Especially Susan Perry with His Love, Joy, and Great Memories to provide Comfort at this time of loss.
Love and Prayers Howard and Colleen
March 25, 2010
It is with sadness and deep regret to learn of Miller,s passing. Sandy and I often remarked about what a great and gentle man he was. What an outstanding career he so well served his country in time of both war and peace. He was such a humble man! We were blessed to have known him but regret that we hadn,t known him in his earlier days at Coxton Lake. He was a prime example of such honor and dignity! Dr. Willard & Sandy Noyes
March 25, 2010
I shall miss this great and gentle man.--I was with him in Task Force Smith as a rifle platoon leader and escaped in one of his trucks. God bless and keep him.
A. Brian Macaulay
Bay City , Mi.
Gina Aliano
March 25, 2010
Unlce Miller will be missed by many. My mother Becky had many nice words of him over the years. I am so thankful to have been able to spend a day with him and the family last summer on Coxton Lake...Memories will always be cherished. He is now at peace.
Tom Hagan '80
March 25, 2010
And when our work is done,
Our course on earth is run,
May it be said, “Well Done;
Be Thou At Peace.”
(from West Point's 'Alma Mater')
"Well Done, Sir! Be Thou At Peace"
West Point Society of MI
March 25, 2010
We send our sincere sympathy upon the passing of General Perry. You are all in our prayers. Say he rest in peace.
Dee & Mike Vitale
24th Inf Div
Geramny 64-64
Chaplain Leo Ruffing
March 25, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
james yaney
March 25, 2010
a great hero, he will be missed
Colonel Louis Dechert
March 24, 2010
TF Smith, to which LT Colonel Perry and his artillerymen were attached, lives in the annals of US history--and especially of those who were thrown in the gap against overwhelming odds. Their legacy endures to inspire us all.
Louis T Dechert
President Korean War Veterans Association, USA, 2004-2008
Jane Culnane
March 24, 2010
It's hard to imagine making a new friend, who is 100. It was an honor to come to know General Perry. I was inspired by his humbleness, gentle ways, sense of humor, fascinating stories and his ability to listen and engage with people of all ages. I will miss kayaking to the north end of Coxton Lake to visit. Susie, we will toast with dandelion wine or blueberry cordial when we meet again at the lake. I will truly miss your dad. Love to you and your family, Susie. In peace.
March 24, 2010
We just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed knowing and visiting with Gen. Perry over the last eleven years. We will all miss him as he was such a fine caring person. You have our prayers and sympathy as you go thru the days. - Pete & Maxine Turnipseed (McDade, Tx)
March 24, 2010
God bless MOP,it was an honor to be associated with him for these years. TFS/Osan, always a gentleman.(Herman & Mary,Candice. (Orlando, fl.)
March 24, 2010
God bless MOP,it was an honor to be associated with him for these years. TFS/Osan, always a gentleman.(Herman & Mary,Candice. (Orlando, fl.)
March 24, 2010
very sorry for your loss, Miller was one of the most genuinely nice gentleman I had the pleasure of getting to know. I was Miller's dentist for years in Okemos. He always came in with an upbeat attitude and a smile for everyone in the office. He knew my sons played travel hockey, one day he showed up for an appointment and presented me with a small check. He told me he wanted to donate so the team could have a pizza party during their tournament that we had talked about previously. He was a very nice gentle man and will be missed greatly. Our country was very fortunate to have him as a leader in our military....RIP Mr. Perry.....Reid H. Olds, D.D.S.
Wesley R. Morrison
March 24, 2010
My condolences to the family of General Perry. He was an outstanding soldier and gentleman. I know that many of his friends from the 24th Infantry Division and throughout the US Army will miss him.
Maurice Pierel
March 24, 2010
My late father, Marcel P. Pierel, had the honor of serving under Miller Perry in the Artillery Section of First Army headquarters during WWII. As Technician Fourth Grade, Dad was Miller’s driver and interpreter. He often assisted Miller in his numerous duties as artillery intelligence officer. Miller’s brilliant career in WWII is seconded only by his own heroic performance during the Korean War. Perhaps as a consequence, he is lesser-known for the instrumental role he played in developing the Air and Naval Fire Support Plans for the landings at Normandy. He also remained with the command echelon of First Army headquarters throughout five major European Campaigns. My father never told a WWII story without mentioning his “Colonel Perry”, a man for whom he obviously held the highest esteem. In the spring of 2004, I had the privilege of meeting Miller and his daughter Susie at Lake Coxton. I will always remember Miller and Susie’s warm welcome and kindness. I remain eternally grateful to General Perry for his many years of unselfish and valuable service to us all and express my deepest sympathy to Susie and to the Perry family.
Sue Vail Moss Trego
March 24, 2010
My Uncle Moppy was a gentleman and a loving man to his family and friends. He was delightful company and a man of many accomplishments, yet he was a humble man. I am proud of him and love him. When Aunt Polly died, Susie was there for him, and he was there for her. My prayers will continue for Susie and all of the family.
The world was a better place with Uncle Moppy in it. I shall miss him.
Sue Vail Moss Trego (Fortson, GA)
Ann Daugherty
March 24, 2010
What a magnificent life and legacy Miller leaves behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Ann I. Daugherty
Becky Lewis
March 23, 2010
I remember all the summers at coxton lake growing up with my Uncle Miller... Will miss him so much....So many wonderful memories with all my cousins and Susie....What a wonderful man.... and so good to my Grandma and Aunt Ina and Aunt Mildred... God bless...
Irv Nichols
March 23, 2010
We enjoyed Gen. Perry and his wife, Pauline, as neighbors for many years. . The General's remarkable health as he closed in on 100 years made him a popular figure at the annual Walnut Heights neighborhood picnics. We admire his record of service to our country and cherished his friendship. Our community has lost a great man. Christy & Irvin Nichols
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