Photo courtesy of James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation
Charleston, South Carolina
Sep 18, 1955 – Nov 1, 2019 (Age 64)
Perry Anthony Garvin, 64, entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 1, 2019, with his loving sister by his side and through the hearts and minds of his family & friends.
His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal will follow at Live Oak Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends this Tuesday evening between 5:00 and 7:00 PM at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy.
Perry was born in Charleston on September 18, 1955, a son of the late Henry F. Garvin, Jr. and the late Kathryn V. Matson Garvin. He attended Blessed Sacrament School and was a graduate of Bishop England High School's Class of 1973. Perry enjoyed a fulfilling career as an Inside Sales Representative with Eck Supply Co. He was an avid sports fan and a dedicated, lifelong fan of the South Carolina Gamecocks as well as the Washington Redskins. Perry was a well-recognized friend to many in the Charleston area, with continued friendships with most of his Bishop England classmates.
Perry is survived by his sister, Carolyn Garvin Berry; his nephews: Michael J. Garvin (Denise), Matthew L. Berry (Reneé) and Timothy W. Berry; his niece, Kathryn Leeann Garvin Smoak; his five grandnephews and three grandnieces and his closest cousins, Lynn Seyle Clark and John J. Gilbert. Perry was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, H. Michael Garvin; his brother-in-law, Cecil Glenn Berry and his special nephew, David Herring.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospiital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101.
Perry was a great guy !
I knew Perry from BE , always.friendly and greeted you his beautiful smile.
May he RIP.
Bernie Ritter
November 08, 2019 | Bluffton, SC
Perry Was a real sweetheart! Always had a kind word to say about everyone! I had no idea he passed away! I used to see him all the time at the Kicken Chicken! He was a great guy!! He will be missed!!! My God keep Perry in his loving embrace!!! RIP! May God bless his family!!
Margaret Blyth Knisley
November 05, 2019 | Charleston, SC | Friend
I am so sorry that Perry has lost his fight with life however he is now in eternal heaven with his Mom and Dad, brother, uncles and aunts. He will be missed dearly and was truly a good person inside and out. Prayers and love to all especially To his sister Carolyn who never left his side.
Sandy Mills
November 05, 2019 | Ft Worth, TX | Family
My deepest condolences for your lost -- I knew Perry from my days as teacher at BEHS 72-74. He was a great kid, and I am sure he was a great man. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry Wertan
November 05, 2019 | Tocoa, GA
Rest in Peace, Perry. Prayers lifted for you, Carolyn and the rest of your family...
Denny & Laurie Anne Sherrod
November 05, 2019 | Pendleton, SC
Dear Carolyn and family,
So sorry for your loss May God bless!
November 05, 2019 | MB
Perry, my sweet cousin, I am so sorry you suffered the way you did. I will miss that sweet looking little face and smile you always had. I will remember you in that way. RIP buddy❤ Love, Linda Jordan Droze
Linda Droze
November 04, 2019 | Moncks Corner, SC
Perry you were such a wonderful person, so sweet and kind. You always had a smile on your face. We will love you and miss you always.
Christy Rutledge
November 04, 2019 | Satellite Beach, FL | Family
Perry, my dear friend, I hope you know how special your friendship was to me, I know you are no longer in pain and that gives me a lot of comfort. Until we meet again my friend.
Paige Wetzel
November 04, 2019 | Hendersonville, NC | Friend
