Mary Perian Obituary
Mary Grace Perian, 74, passed away at a local hospital Saturday, December 30, 2023. She was born in 1949 in Morganton, NC and of the C.O.G. faith.
Preceded in death by her parents Rev. Milas Allman and Grace Doris Allman; husband, Frankie Ray Perian Sr.; sister, Ellie Mae Morgan.
She is survived by her son Samuel Woods (Sheri), daughter, Rachel Biggs (Kennard), Michelle Conner, all of Cleveland; brother, Samuel Allman of Cleveland, sisters, Brenda Diane Smith of Atlanta, Sherry Evans of Cleveland; grandchildren, Tiffany, Michelle, Stanley, Haley, Brittany, Christopher, Taylor, Tyler, Nickie all of Cleveland; several great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family.
A funeral service will be held Friday, January 5, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Poole – Serenity Funeral Home chapel with Reverend Tony Garrett officiating.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Friday.
Burial will follow at Delano Cemetery with Adam Bigelow, Simon Allman, Stanley Conner, Christopher Woods, Taylor Woods and Tyler Woods serving as Pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rachel Biggs, Sheri Woods.
Poole – Serenity Funeral Home & Cremation Services are in charge of the arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Mary Perian
3010 North Ocoee Street, Cleveland, TN 37312
Make a Donation
in Mary Perian's name
People and places connected with Mary
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Mary's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Mary Perian's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
