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James Perry Obituary
James L. "Jim" Perry, age 76 of Sanford, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2025. The son of the late James L. and Rose (Sam) Perry, Sr. He was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on November 22, 1948. Jim served in the united Sates Army during the Vietnam War. He was a self-employed home improvement contractor for over 50 years. Jim loved to travel, and enjoyed camping, playing corn-hole and ladder golf, going to the casino, and playing bingo. For over 23 years, Jim kept the books or ran the clock for the Meridian basketball teams.
Surviving is his wife, the former Patricia J. Fleming, of whom he married April 8, 1978; children, Ryan Perry, Jeanie Kapanke; grandchildren, Beth Ann, Danielle, Cody Kapanke; sister, Patricia (Al) Lindemeyer; in laws, John (Kim) Fleming, Linda (Jeff) Chase, Patrick (Kim) Fleming, Mary Rocha, Janice Tucker; siblings, Michael (Phyllis) Perry, Pamela (Lee) Yeager, David (Maggie) Perry; many nieces, nephews, and great, great great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother Edward.
Funeral services for Jim will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday June 26, 2025 at Wilson MILLER Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Jerome Township Cemetery, Sanford. Family will receive guests at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4 until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday from 2 until 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial contribution may be directed to the wishes of the family
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Tiffany Sito
June 24, 2025
Was so sad to hear about his passing! He fought a hard fight. Praying for your family!
Mary Moe (maybe Horvat when I had Ryan)
June 21, 2025
I will always remember Jim´s somewhat quirky smile and his support of our schools! Sincere condolences to the family.
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