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Mark A. Perry

Mark Perry Obituary

Mark A. Perry a lifelong resident of Naperville Funeral services for Mark A. Perry, 50, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 17, at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. Interment will be private. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, at the funeral home. Born Dec. 2, 1957, in Aurora, he died Saturday, July 12, 2008, at Edward Hospital, Naperville, after a short battle with colon cancer. Mark grew up in Naperville, attended SS. Peter & Paul Grade School, was a member of Naperville Central High School Class of 1976 and graduated from the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Ind., with a degree in American studies. He worked for the Naperville Sun and other publications for many years in the sports and entertainment department. Mark attended Wheaton Bible Church and sang in the DuPage Valley Barbershop Chorus. He loved sports, especially University of Notre Dame football and was actively involved in Boy Scouts of America in his youth and achieved the highest rank of Eagle Scout. Mark also enjoyed cooking for large groups, both at home and on camping trips to Manitoulin Island, Canada. Mark is survived by his wife, Lois Perry (nee Michel) of Naperville, whom he married July 19, 1997; his mother, Barbara Perry (nee Harshbarger) of Naperville; siblings, Lynda (Tom) Fleming of Richardson, Texas and Susan (Deron) Shymkewich of St. Charles; two nephews, T.C. and Daniel Fleming; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and his dachshund, Luke. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles "Bud" Perry. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Wheaton Bible Church, Day Star Mission, the American Cancer Society for cancer research or the Morton Arboretum. For information, 630-355-0213.

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Published by Daily Herald on Jul. 15, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Mark Perry

24 Entries

Norb & Jackie Vander Steen

August 11, 2008

Barb,
Jackie and I were shocked to read your letter about Mark's untimely passing. Our hearts go out to you, Lois and the family. We have many fond memories of Mark and our family get togethers. You and Mark are in our prayers. We'll be in touch. God bless.

Kent VanderSteen

August 11, 2008

Barb, Lynda, and Sue:
I just received word that Mark has passed away and it saddens my heart deeply. Mark and I were great friends at Peter and Paul and though we moved away after 5th grade I can still remember the great times we had discussing and arguing on whether the Cubs or the Tigers were the better team. We also had a fun rivalry with ND and UofM. Bud would always chime in calling my team the Detroit Dimwits! I can also remember watching the ND/UM game during Lynda's wedding reception with both Mark and Bud. I'm confidant they are together now reliving those great days. May God bless you all. Kent and Cindy VanderSteen and kids

Jan, Jo, Jackie, Julie and Jenny Harshbarger

July 19, 2008

We are all deeply sorry for the sudden loss of Mark and our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Lois, Aunt Barb, Linda & family and all the lives that Mark touched during his life....we know that Uncle Bud is waiting to greet him in heaven. We will be forever thankful for the time he and Lois spent with Mom & Dad in Washington before he passed and want you to know that he will never be forgotten...
All our love,
The Harshbarger Girls

christine charlton

July 19, 2008

Lois,

I have been thinking of you daily since hearing the news of Mark's untimely death, the work of our ultimate enemy; but praise God for Mark's victory over death as he was welcomed safe in the arms of His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Lois, I will always treasure the way God worked through you long ago when you prayed and waited for Mark to embrace His relationship with Jesus! I so admired your courage and love for Mark...and your Lord and Savior. Your cooperation and obedience contributed in Mark hearing the words "well done, good and faithful servant". Until you see him again, we will pray for God's mercy and guidance as you walk this difficult path, and we hope you will lean not only on God but on those of us who love you. May He pour out His comfort and peace over you. love, chris Proverbs 3:5,6

Marsha Gerace

July 18, 2008

Dear Lois and Lukie,

I have no words that could help you at this sad time. I still expect to look out the window and see Mark walking Lukie down the street! I was so happy to hear that Lukie was able to go to the hospital to be with Mark last Friday. I’m sure it was very comforting for them both to have that time together. I hope you will call us at any time you need anything! I know I can speak for all of YDCHA in saying that Mark was an exceptional person and very well loved in the community and this neighborhood. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Laura Moore

July 17, 2008

Dear Lois,

I really could not believe it at first when I saw Mark's name listed in the death notices. I am so, so sorry to hear of this sad news and will be praying for you as you go through this time of grieving. LM

Stacy Nappo

July 16, 2008

Dear Lois,
I'm so sorry about Mark. He was a nice man. I was remembering when you, Mark, Luke and Max walked to the park together. Max really enjoyed Mark's company. We will miss him. Your neighbors, Stacy and Al.

July 16, 2008

Mrs. Mark Perry, Lynda Fleming and the whole Perry family, We want to extend our thoughts and prayers to you. We were classmates at Naperville Cental High School with Mark and also Mark is remembered from St. Peter and Paul School. We also want to extend a hello to Lynda and let you know we are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Donna (Cox) Rosemeyer
Cindy (Mohl) Garten
Sue Kiefer-Griffin

Patrick Atkinson

July 16, 2008

My twin brother Mike and I attended St. Peter & Paul for 8 years with Mark and always thought he was one of the good guys. We were probably a little jealous of someone that knew they were going to Notre Dame since 1st grade, (and actually did it). I remember reading Mark's articles in the Sun for years and really thought he had great insight and sports knowledge. He is the first of our St. Peter & Paul class that attended all 8 years together to pass away.....that I know of anyway. Sorrry his life was cut so short. He was a good person.

Sally (Steininger)Nikkel

July 16, 2008

Dear Family and friends of Mark,
I am a SSPP alum of Marks. I was stunned to hear the news and pray you will find peace in this time of great loss.

Mars Enns

July 15, 2008

Lois, we were shocked and saddened to hear that you lost Mark! You are in our prayers constantly these days. if there is anything we can do to help in the weeks and months ahead, please contact us!! We love you!
Harry & Mars

July 15, 2008

Lois,
We are very sorry and surprised to hear about Mark. With deepest sympathies.
Ben and Tracy Nestander

Don & Gen Hennessy

July 15, 2008

Dear Barb and Lois,
Sorry we can not be there with you, but you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Gen & Don Hennessy and Joy Kay

Laura, Meredith, Nate, and Hannah Spearman

July 15, 2008

We are all saddened and shocked by the sudden loss of Mark. We know how difficult this time must be for you. I know you will be able to draw strength and support from your family and many friends at The Growing Place. Mark was fortunate to have a loving, caring wife like you. God Bless.

Patti & Paul Derr

July 15, 2008

Dear Aunt Barb, Lois, Linda, Sue and families, We are so saddened by the sudden passing of Mark. There are no words to express our grief. Find comfort that he is in a better place free of pain and suffering. Our prayers and thought are with you

Lindsey & Jenny Magalong

July 15, 2008

Dear Aunt Barb & Family,
We are so sad and so sorry to hear of your loss. May it comfort you to know that so many people care and are thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Love,
Jenny Sue (Harshbarger) and
Lindsey Magalong

dan satre

July 14, 2008

Dear Family,
Mark was a serious math student of mine at NCHS and a very nice person.
I am sorry for your great loss.
Sincerely,
Dan Satre

Mike Keefe

July 14, 2008

Dear Aunt Barb, Lois, Lynda, Sue and their families,
We were devastated to hear of Mark's sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. We wish we could be there to offer our condolences in person. We will be praying for you and hope that you can find strength in your faith at this most difficult time.
Mike and Marge Keefe

Kevin Keefe

July 14, 2008

Aunt Barb and Family;
We are very sorry for your loss. Our Prayers are with you.
Love Kevin, Cami and Family

Dave Curtis

July 14, 2008

These are sad, sad days for those of us who knew Mark. He was one of the nicest people I have met and seeing that his life was cut so short is heart-breaking news.

Brenda Brocato

July 14, 2008

Lois,

My thoughts and prayers are with you! I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Sincerely,

Brenda Brocato

Robert and Marjorie Harshbarger

July 14, 2008

Lois, Barbara and family, words cannot express to you our sadness at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and payers are with you.
We love you all.
Aunt Marji and Uncle Bob

Debbie and Dennis Nelson

July 14, 2008

Dear Louis,
We heard from Rob in Church on Sunday about Mark's recent battle with cancer and sudden Passing. Both Dennis and I are heartbroken for you and your family. I was thinking of you last week and our days together at the Planters Palette and how much I enjoyed our conversations. I can't find the words that could even begin to comfort you during this time of grief. I will pray for you my friend!
Proverbs 3: 5&6
In Him,
Debbie Nelson

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