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Louis Perryman Obituary
Perryman and Pennell, who died in 2002, were great friends, striking out in the scrappy dust-bowl of DIY filmmaking in the 1970s.
“(Eagle) did it on the sweat of his brow,” Perryman told me during an interview when Pennell died. “He hustled. We made it up as we went. He brought the best out of people, and that’s the heart of independent film.”
Perryman never made it big, but he enjoyed a run of bit parts in Hollywood fare, including “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2, “”Boys Don’t Cry,” “Poltergeist,” “The Blues Brothers” and television’s “Walker, Texas Ranger.”
Chris Garcia, American-Statesman Film Writer
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Memories and Condolences
for Louis Perryman
Matt Hart
October 24, 2015
I am sorry for your loss! It's too bad I never got a chance to meet him!!! I loved his performance in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2!!! R.I.P.
alex hernandez
May 1, 2009
to the perryman family,
I have you all in my prayers always.
I still can't believe this happened
I know lou is with god and he is with
you always
alex hernandez
April 14, 2009
My sincere condolences go to the family and loved ones of lou.I never met him personally but he seemed like a wounderful person.The texas chainsaw massacre part 2 was a great movie because of lou being in it.I always wanted to meet him and let him know How much I liked his acting and movies.
God bless you Lou.Thanks for the talent you shared with us all,
Clinton Lowery
April 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry, so sorry for this tragedy to have happened to you and your father. Lou was a great guy and I remember only having fun with him when we met him at the end of our SLIS trip together. He's obviously impacted a lot of lives and you are known by both the company you keep and the memories they keep of you. And he was your father, so that speaks well of him also.
Love, Clinton Lowery
Deborah Birkeland
April 9, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We knew you through my sister Susie Birkeland, you two were such great friends. We remember with such comfort and gratitude, how you called her, sent her cards, and came out to San Francisco, when she was living her last days. You brought her such joy and peace! And, we got to know you too, and enjoy your bear hugs, smiles, Texas-size stories, and warm hospitality. One of the kindness and most interesting people we ever had the honor to know. You are flying with the angels now. Love, Deb Birkeland and Jack Lindsey.
Missy T
April 9, 2009
My sinsere condolences to Lou's family & friends in this terrible tragedy. I'll always remember Lou's great LG character potrayal in TCM2.
Deb
April 8, 2009
Good-night, sweet prince; And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.
Bill McDonald
April 8, 2009
Lou and I also shared a cab when he lived on Hancock, and even though we hadn't seen each other in years, we somehow kept in touch. His out-of-the-blue calls just to catch up meant more than words can express. Lord, keep and bless this good man.
Bill McDonald
Don "of the Dead" Hinrichs
April 8, 2009
In your last e-mail to me, after me calling you "Mr. Perryman" several times you told me "Don, you can call me Blue, or you can call me Lou" to this day I think of this and smile. I never got to meet you face to face, but will cherish our chats forever.
God Bless you and your family, friends and fans.
We love ya Lou!
Evan ODell
April 8, 2009
I loved meeting Lou Perryman twice at local horror cons. He always was eager to talk with fans and reminisce. Such a tragedy. My best wishes to his loved ones, friends, and family.
Morgan
April 8, 2009
Lou was one of the sweetest people around. Even though I only knew him for a few years; it felt like a lifetime. Lou, you were a true friend and will be deeply missed.
Walter
April 8, 2009
Sadness, a void in our community. Lou, we miss you.
Bruce Blackwell
April 7, 2009
I shared an American-Yellow Taxi (#54) with Lou when he lived on Hancock. A great friend. We spoke a few days ago of his interest in doing a Sam Houston, one-man show that I would help produce for video. You will be missed.
Anon
April 7, 2009
I knew Lou though some wonderful filmmaker types that I met in Austin during the 80's. He was absoulutely the center of things when he walked in the room. I lucked out and got a two week gig in downtown Austin working on the production of Chainsaw II, and I always thought his turn in it was classic character acting. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Jamie Anderson
April 7, 2009
"Two pounds of Colombian ground for a paper cone!" Hundreds of times we heard this order from Lou across the counter at Anderson's. We were always cheered to see him coming through the door. He was our dear friend and will be sorely missed in these parts.
Felicia Romagnoli
April 7, 2009
I met Lou at a Fangoria convention last year in Austin. He is one of the sweetest people I have ever met, and this horrible tragedy breaks my heart. I will never forget Lou, or the heart to heart conversation we had that day. He truly loved his family and friends and spoke of them so kindly. May he rest in peace. My prayers are with him, his family and friends. Fly high, sweet angel. It was a pleasure to meet you. ~Felicia R.
Francesca Parrish
April 6, 2009
I feel blessed to have known Lou. He was a dear friend and he brought much joy to my life. I will miss him dearly.
Jack Cruz
April 6, 2009
May your soul rest in peace and your spirit live on forever.
Lou at our house, thanksgiving 2008
Liana Wheatley
April 6, 2009
I am blessed to have had such a dear friend as Lou. Prayers of peace to all who will miss you. I am thankful for getting back in touch this last year and for getting the Wobs together again.
Gina HArdison
April 6, 2009
Thanks for the good times, it was a joy knowing you. We will really miss you. Love and peace be with you, from the American Cab Friends. Ron Bennett, John Hardison and Gina Hardison.
Anne
April 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers to his family. What a senseless tragedy!
Steve Mattila
April 6, 2009
Working with you on Last Night At The Alamo was a great moment in my life. You made us all laugh so hard. Your sensitive talented soul will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tom Copeland
April 6, 2009
I was heartbroken to hear about Lou. He was a big guy with a bigger heart, a gentle giant if you will. Perhaps Eagle has someone to commiserate with now. The Texas Film Industry will miss him.
Rest in Peace Brother,
April 6, 2009
Lou:
I think the closest we worked together is when we played husband and wife in the reading of "Sweetwater." And we were both in "Monster Hunter," aka "Natural Selection." So sorry you're gone. I still needed to know you better and wish I had. Will miss you.
--Lana Dieterich, Austin, Texas
Steve
April 6, 2009
Thanks for being a friend. You had big heart and showed it by letting me share your apartment for all that time. THe 'Land' was the best place to get away from things that wore on you. It is ashame for your life to end this way and my prayers are with your family.
Kathryn
April 6, 2009
Lou and Ron were good friends and I used to go the 'Land' with them where they had a place near Woodville. My brother was his roommate for a couple of years. We were all hanging out togther with Tobie and others and it is sad that his life would end this way.
Elaine Bond
April 6, 2009
Lou, I am glad to have been able to call you my friend. You will missed by many, as will your infectious laughter and smile. I will miss our hair sessions (hairstylist since 1986). I will miss you my friend, God Bless you, Elaine
April 6, 2009
Luigi Peegi,
You were a force of nature. You live forever in my heart.
Dorichi Pechi
Mike Sullivan
April 6, 2009
Lou, it was a pleasure to know you through the best and worst of times. Through the years, we kept running into each other and shared many laughs working on films together.
Peace and rest easy. I will think of you often as one of the most genuine and honest of friends.
Billy
April 5, 2009
I became a fan of Lou's when I lived in Houston in the 80's and saw "Last Night at the Alamo". He was great as Claude. I understand as a human being, he was tops. My sincere condolences go out to his family, loved ones and fans.
Eddie De La Rosa
April 5, 2009
Lou,
I'm going to miss your big, warm heart. You were a kind, and sensitive man, and a good, good friend. The Wobs have lost a brother.
April 5, 2009
: Remember the Alamo" from your former landlord on Hancock. Larry Hickson
April 5, 2009
Lou, thanks for being my friend, particularly when I was at loose ends! I also was a "Hancock House" guest. Always a story, a solution, a brainstorm, or a rant and tirade to share. I will be here for your daughter if she ever needs me..don't worry, rest well, see you soon.
Love,
Amber Oakstar Brown
Sandra Fountain
April 4, 2009
Lou, you were aware of so many connections in this earthly experience. Godspeed to peace and Light. I will miss you.
mike pruet
April 4, 2009
Big, bold, loud and loveable Lou.
Adios my brother. You will be missed!
stacey
April 4, 2009
my heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I will pray for you!
susan rodolf
April 4, 2009
Lou -- what a great guy! I have fond memories of sitting with him in that little house on Hancock, discussing and philosophizing; pondering and laughing, all under the influence of that wonderfully strong iced coffee he used to brew. I'll miss his enthusiasm for life, his quest to understand what he was made of, his creative drive, and his unique take on the problems of the world. But most of all I'll miss his warm, heartfelt laughter.
Kyra Schon
April 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lou was a wonderful, funny, lovable guy. Everyone who met him at the horror conventions adored him - he was always friendly and gracious. I hope you will find comfort in your memories of him.
jo carol Pierce
April 4, 2009
Luigi, your big spirit was loved and will be missed in this town.
Ralph Ware
April 4, 2009
Lou, it was an honor to have worked with you. You deserved better. God speed.
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