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Leah Perez Obituary
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She was born March 26, 1952 in Bath County, a daughter of the late Richard C. and Mary Jackson Hosey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John R. Perez, a sister, Brenda Craft; a son-in-law Timothy Fisher.
Dolly worked as a seamtress at Halmode Inc. in Covington for many years.
Surviving is her daughter Cathy A. Fisher of Ringgold; three sons, John R. Perez of Tyler, Tx., William (Tammy) Hosey of Co., Scootie W. (Patty) Perez of English, WV.; twelve grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ira (Christine) Hosey of Hot Springs, Wendell (Patsy) Hosey of Covington; many nieces, nephews and other family members; her beloved dog and companion, Peanut.
A graveside service will be held Monday, October 27, 2025 at 2:00PM at Alleghany Memorial Park with the Rev. Lynn Wright officiating.
The family will receive friends from 12:30PM to 1:30PM on Monday at Arritt Funeral Home.
Arrangements have been been entrusted to Arritt Funeral Home.
Online condolence may be shared with the family @arrittfuneralhome.com.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
27
Visitation
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Arritt Funeral Home
1102 S Highland Ave, Covington, VA 24426
Send FlowersOct
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Oct
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2:00 p.m.
Alleghany Memorial Park
7008 Winterberry Ave, Covington, VA 24426
Send FlowersServices provided by
Arritt Funeral HomeOnly 3 days left for delivery to next service.