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James Perry Obituary
He was born in New London March 20, 1960, to Barbara Lee Hickerson and James Perry, Jr. He grew up in a loving home and had several siblings, Brenda, Joyce, Karen, Cynthia, Barbara Jean, Dolores, David, Keith, Rosemary, Sherryl and Lauren.
He graduated from Fitch High School in Groton and later served in the United States Air Force for four years. He was a member of the Laborers Local #547 for 32 years and was most recently employed with the J. F. White Contracting Company until his retirement.
James was married to his wife, Linda Thomas Perry, of 25 wonderful years, during which time they had the joy of raising four loving children, Jessica, Kristen, Timothy, and David. He also leaves his mother in law, Claudette Thomas, as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
His love of the Lord led him into many years of faithful service at Covenant Temple alongside his beloved Pastor John Gomes. James was mentor and friend to many, loved by all, and will surely be missed.
His family will receive relatives and friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 17, at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home, 12 Ocean Avenue, New London, followed by a time of fellowship at the Waterford Community Center. Also please join us for a celebration of his life from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 18, at Covenant Temple, 36 Huntsbrook Rd., Quaker Hill.
In lieu of flowers, an education fund is being setup for his children. For more information please email [email protected].
Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com for directions or to sign the family's online guestbook.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Perry
Cynthia Perry
August 7, 2025
I miss you so much...
Cynthia Perry
June 11, 2024
Not a day goes without a thought of you. I miss you
Cynthia Perry
June 12, 2022
I MISS YOU EVERY DAY
Janette
June 30, 2010
... Just saw Tyree who told me. I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you all.
Miriam (Tobey) Rocket
June 24, 2010
To the Perry family, God bless all of you and comfort you at this time and always. I remember James and his siblings as children. Love to all, Miriam Tobey Rocket
Donna De Los Santos
June 21, 2010
Dear Linda and Kristen,Timothy,David and Jessica
God Bless you all during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in knowing James is now with God! I always new there was something very special about your family from the first time I met you. James was a beautiful soul and extremely proud of his family. Gabe has wonderful memories about James and growing up together, we have been reminiscing. Keep the faith, know that you are not forgotten and all of you are shining bright in our prayers. Love and Peace..The De Los Santos Family ( Gabe and Donna and the kids)
Bill Scanlon
June 21, 2010
from the days in the paly gound at st. marys school to the days i would see you on the streets you always had a big smile that would make any one smile. will miss that big smile.
Neil Key
June 20, 2010
Looking at James photo I remember the time, the place, and the man. A great man who produced some great memories in our in lives. I don't know why this one came to mind.
One day back in the day when I was visiting James, Linda and Jessica. I stopped by and brought Jessica some chips and an Ice cream sandwich for Jessica. Jessica was asleep in bed and the ice cream sandwich was going to melt. Who did I see eating the ice cream sandwich a few minute later? James, with a smile on his face. I can see him now..
My prayers are with you all.
darcenia ramseur-edwards
June 20, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jerry & Shantee McKissick
June 19, 2010
May God's love and peace strengthen the family during this time of loss. We can rejoice in knowing that James made it home to be with the LORD!
Terri Liebig
June 19, 2010
Linda, Claudette and family,
James showed so much strength during his illness, he is an inspiration to many. I know you must miss him deeply, but you know he's with God now, and he'll be waiting for you all when He calls you home. God bless.
Joyce Menghi Meehan
June 19, 2010
Dear Brenda and Family,
I kept looking at this picutre of James and then read the obit. I remember James from years back when I would go to your family home on Jefferson Ave. He was just so cute! I see he kept his looks too! It's been many years since we have seen other but you never forget good memories. I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. I pray the Lord will take him in is arms and love him like he was loved here. May God bless you all.
Jeanie Kelly
June 18, 2010
My deepest sympathies to the all of James family. He will be missed by many. May you all find comfort in your happiest memories with him.
God Bless you all
Jim Donohue
June 18, 2010
Another good man way to early. Lots of great memories, will miss you my friend and we will meet up with you one of these days. Lots of Luv to the Family!
Cheryl Martin
June 18, 2010
To the Perry Family: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Know that James is now an angel watching out for you all. May God bless you all.
Julie Creasey -Greer
June 18, 2010
To the entire Perry Family; God has once again called one of His faithful laborers into His eternal rest. Now is the time to rejoice in a life, well lived, yet never to be forgotten!!! May The Lord be with you all.
Dawn Orbe
June 18, 2010
To Linda, children and the entire family,
I am grateful to have known James and been in his presence to see what a great brother, father, friend and servant is really supposed to be! He will surely be missed by so many. I will continue our responsibilty to our god daughter, Shaniya. May GOD continue to bless you all.
Cristito Leon Cruz
June 18, 2010
Please accept my prayers during this trying time. It is always difficult to losing a loved one. Went to high school with James. The last time I saw him, was when I worked mid-night at the New London Post Office. Just by chance we met at the Dunkin' Donuts on Broad St. After 20 years we still recognized each other. That was about 12 years ago. God Bless and may your family receive the peace that only God brings.
Alfred Mayo
June 17, 2010
To the Perry Family as a member of the Mayo's Family ,behalf us all GOD gave us a great man who i always will call James O.J when we was young ,living in Groton, knew the whole Family , the Father as a hardworker. For the Family our pray and sorrow alone with you all can be heal through GOD.
Gladys Walker
June 17, 2010
To The Perry Family,
I light this candle in rememberance of James. Growing up & watching him when he was a child feels like I loss one of my own. May God strengthen you all during this difficult time.
Kim Boswell
June 17, 2010
To the Perry Family,
I am so sorry to hear about James's passing. I knew him when he was coming to the center in waterford. He was one terrific man, with a heart of gold as well as one very infectious smile. He was a fighter and had more courage then i think i had seen in a very long time. He will truely be missed. May you find peace in knowing that he will always be with you in your hearts, and may he rest in peace.
Jeffrey L. Walker
June 17, 2010
To the Perry family,
I share the loss of your brother James especially since our families share a lot of history between us. James's quiet strength will always be remembered and just knowing him from adolescence to adulthood has been a positive experience for me. Rest In good peace James and I will see you at the crossroads.
Dennis Beckloff and Family
June 17, 2010
Words are not enough to say how sorry our family is for the passing of a man, who we remember as a gentle man, brother and neighbor. I will always remember the days we played football down at the park, or the crab apple fights we all had in your moms yard. James you will be truely missed, till we all meet again.
Darryl Frazelle
June 17, 2010
To The Perry Family, We go a long way back. I have so many wonderful memories. May the Lord bless and keep you all during this difficult time. James was a terrific guy, a quiet storm and will be truly missed here on earth and welcomed with open arms in Heaven.
Diane Hall & Family
June 17, 2010
To The Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories bring you comfort....
Todd Beers
June 17, 2010
To Linda, the Children and Family and Friends, I pray for you all in your time of loss and rejoice with the thoughts of Brother James' life and and the addition of another into Heaven's Realm and The Lord Jesus' presence. May God Bless You All.
June 17, 2010
James , I will always remember you. and your Beautiful Spirit. You were always such a Beautiful Soul , so many memories of your smile growing up since we were kids. And the last time I saw you when you stopped at my Moms just to say hello and our beautiful talk we had about the Lord . Oh how , we both proclaimed His Glory.... I was so happy to hear that coming from you which didn't surprise me. I know that you are with the Lord now , dancing with all the Saints. Oh how Wonderfully Blessed you are and we all are to have known you. How awesome it must be to see His Face :)
To the Perry Family , my Family and I are expressing our utmost condolences for your great loss of James , what an Angel he was and now is with God . Lifting you up in Prayer .
With Sympathy ,
Margaret Dougherty
James Clinton
June 17, 2010
sorry to hear that you left us .BUT NOW YOU GOT YOUR WINGS AND FLEW HOME--
love you man!
quintus wrighten sr
June 17, 2010
To The Family:
James will be missed for he was always a gentle person. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Quintus f. Wrighten Sr
Peter A. Swift
June 17, 2010
To all members of the Perry family :
Jim was an outstanding Laborer and friend . He spoke of The Lord daily , and was very happy to have a family he could call his own . His smile said it all .
Peter A. Swift
Emily Houser
June 17, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Suzanne Williams, RN
June 17, 2010
I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to all of Jim's family and friends. His warmth and smile made everyone's day better. Heaven has gained an angel! May your memories give you peace when you need it most.
sherryl bennett
June 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
John Hickey
June 17, 2010
My condolences to the family. I first met James when we were in Boy Scout Troop 43 at the 'Sound Lab' in the early 70's. God Bless.
Cynthia Perry
June 17, 2010
My brother --- I miss you so very much, the every day telephone calls, talking about sports, politics, family, etc. You may not have been perfect but you were my "perfect" younger brother and I looked up to you. You always led by example and I picked up lessons that will last me a life time. I love you always
Ron & Doris Cabral
June 17, 2010
To the Family of Jim Perry,
Our sincerest sympathy to all of you, he was a fine man and a gentleman.
Ron & Doris Cabral
Cynthia Perry
June 17, 2010
My brother... I miss you so much however you are in good company. The other day I wanted to text you about the basketball game but didnt have your new number. I miss our daily phone calls. All the years that I have known you --- you have always been my perfect brother. You taught me so much and those lessons I will keep and use until I see you again. I love you
June 17, 2010
Sorry about James's passing i wish i could remember why he looks so familer, My daughter Judi was born 31 Jul 1960,but graduted from Inpendence High School.She,had lots of friends,Otis Guess.a boy named James,maybe this was the one.she married Dennis Chappelle from NL,If this is the wrongone.I sorry anyways It's hard to lose a loved one.Sheila Elliott(Hansen) .That was judi's last name
Gina Anton
June 17, 2010
To all of the Perry family,
As you know your family and mine go back a long, long way. What a shock to hear of this. James was always
No. 1 in my book, all around great and kind person. My sincerest sympathy to all of you. James will be greatly missed.
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