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Arlene Perry Obituary

PERRY, Arlene Marion (Cullington) Of Reading, November 13, 2008. Beloved wife of of 59 years to Herbert G. Perry. Loving mother of Joanne M. Perry and her husband Graham E. Pratt of Boalsburg, PA. Cherished sister of Stanley of OR, Ralph of ME and Janis Green of NH and loving grandmother of 3 step grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, November 18 at the Old South United Methodist Church, 6 Salem St., Reading at 10am. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Visiting hours Monday 4-8 pm at the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home, 25 Sanborn St. (corner of Woburn St.), READING. A prayer service will held be held by the officers and members of Priscilla Chapter OES at 7pm. Burial in Forest Glen Cemetery, Reading. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Arlene's memory to Austin Smiles, PO Box 26694, Austin TX 78755 or the American Cancer Society 30 Speen St, Framingham MA 01701. For info, directions and register book visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2008.

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Cheryl Oiler

December 20, 2008

Uncle Herb-I was so shocked when Mom called me today (December 20,2008) with the news of Aunt Dean's passing-we are sorry for your loss. We have lot's of memories of you both at my wedding back in June of 1974. She took a lot of kidding from my dad-and you were a special part of their wedding memories. Give our best to Joanne-you are in our thoughts. Cheryl (Bowen) Oiler and family.

Mark Bowen

November 22, 2008

To the Perry Family

I am sorry for your loss.

Christine Vieira-Trant

November 18, 2008

Herb,

I am so sorry for your loss, she was a beautiful person with a wonderful heart. I will remember her always.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Mitchell Hains

November 18, 2008

Dear Herb and Joanne,
I was sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Deanie, first as a friendly mother of my neighborhood playmate, then as my patient supervisor at Gray's Ford Sales. God bless you both as you go through this difficult time. My mom sends her condolences as well.

Vic Cail

November 17, 2008

Herb
I will miss Deanie She was always a
bright face whenever we weet.

Dennis & Barbara Cullington

November 17, 2008

Our hearts and prayers go out to Uncle Herbie and Joanne. God Bless.

Jim Baxter

November 17, 2008

Herb, I am so sorry to hear about your lose.

Heather Spencer (Cullington)

November 17, 2008

Uncle Herbie,
I am so sorry about Aunt Deanie. Please know my husband and I will be praying for you and your family. With Love, David and Heather Spencer (Jim and Gayle Cullington' daughter)

Brad & Tracey Van Magness

November 17, 2008

Herb,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, and we too share in your loss as your lovely wife was a joy to know and be around.

Barbara Webb

November 17, 2008

Dear Herb: What a shock when you called on Friday morning and to think that only 5 days before so many of us were together having a great time. You have both been a part of our lives for so many, many years. We shall miss Deanie's beautiful smile and her laugh so much. Please know that our love, prayers and sympathy go to you, Joanne and the family. We are here for you.

Barb and Charlie Webb

Joe & Diane Veno

November 17, 2008

Dear Herb, Our prayers go out to you and your daughter. We knew Arlene for many years and she was a wonderful person. She will be missed by all of us.

Bobby Ann Meyer

November 16, 2008

Dear Herbie and Joanne,
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Cousin Deanie from the late 1950s until today. I loved her vitality and quick laugh. All my/our times with her are listed under "good times". She will be greatly missed.
May you be blessed and strengthened through Jesus Christ during this difficult time.
Bobby Ann and Dean Meyer, and Bob Shryock

Gayle and Jim Cullington

November 16, 2008

Dear Uncle Herbie and Joanne, We are so sorry for your loss and will miss our Aunt Deanie so much. Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you.
Gayle and Jim

Lorraine and Bill Spinney

November 16, 2008

Deanie was a very special lady - always with a smile. We have many fond memories of working with her on Eastern Star projects, and we're so glad we could work with her on the lobster roll luncheon last spring. Our sincere sympathy to Herbie - you are in our thoughts. Lorraine and Bill Spinney

Don & Mariella Scribner

November 16, 2008

Herb & Joanne; so sorry for your loss, we loved her so & will miss her.

Jeanne Cullington

November 16, 2008

I shall chgerish the wonderful memories we made together - the four of us. Now Robert and his little sister are reunited in God's Eternal Home.

Richie and Ginny Wood

November 16, 2008

Herb and Family:

So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman who will be missed by all.

Richie and Ginny Wood

The Santarpio Family

November 16, 2008

We had known Deanie for many years both as friends and co-workers. She will truly be missed by our family.

Julia Anganes

November 16, 2008

Deanie and I were friends for many years. She will be missed.

Roger Smith

November 16, 2008

Mr. Perry and joanne,sorry for your loss, the memories will go on for ever, roger ,son of Walter smith

John B. Douglass & John B. Douglass II

November 16, 2008

This book of memories is to serve as a record of the services you entrusted to us. We hope it will help to preserve treasured memories and that we, in some small measure, have helped to ease your burden and bring you comfort.

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