Jerry Paul Perry

Jerry Paul, 69, of Oklahoma City, died Saturday, November 23, 2002, in Tulsa. Jerry was born June 14, 1933, in Oklahoma City, to Orion L. and Bonnie Mary (Allred) Perry. After graduating from Capitol Hill High School, and attending Oklahoma University, Jerry joined the Army, where he was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Jerry retired after 33 years with General Motors Corporation beginning his career as warehouse and receiving supervisor, as well as shipping and office supervisor. From 1971 until retirement, Jerry was District Parts Manager, i.e. Factory Rep and worked directly with GM dealers. After retirement in 1987, Jerry continued working with GM/AC Delco parts dealers, most notably Smicklas Chevrolet, Dockum Pontiac, Riverside Chevrolet, Hudiburg Nissan, Boyd Chevrolet, and L&D Enterprises. Jerry loved his work with General Motors and the relationships that grew from his career. While in the Army, Jerry was a Golden Glove Boxer. He continued to be a fan of boxing, and in later years, did some judging for smaller pro circuit bouts. Jerry had a passion for OU sports, most notably football. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Lyndell, and his wife, Oma Ellen 'Pam' (Curd) Perry. Jerry is survived by his daughter, Teri Jo Panther of Tulsa; sons, Steven Perry of Edmond, Jerry P. Perry, Jr. of Midwest City, and Michael Jay Perry of Ft. Sill, active duty; and four grandchildren, Lindsay Perry, Chase Panther, Lawton Coyle-Perry, and Brayden Garrett. Graveside services were held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 26, 2002, at the New Hope Cemetery in Spiro, Oklahoma, with Rev. Rodney Lee Mattox officiating. A Memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 27, 2002, at the Vondel Smith Chapel (South), 6934 S. Western, Oklahoma City. Arrangements by Mallory Funeral Home, Spiro, OK.