RACINE – Mr. William F. Perry, 68 passed away on Monday, October 28, 2013.
He was born in Kenosha on January 28, 1945, the son of the late Francis and Beverly (Erdmann) Perry.
Bill is survived by his wife, Janet whom he married on April 16, 1966 and daughters, Tamara (Paul) Fuerst, Brett and Hans, of Waunakee, WI, Tracy (Albert) Reins, Cha’Risa and Gunnar of Austin, TX, Tanya Perry and Neva of Frederick, MD; his sisters, Jackie (Gregg) Smudde of Appleton, Lisa (Scott) Burckhardt of Jefferson, and Shawna Perry of Caledonia. He was also preceded in death by his sisters and brother, Francine Berger, Iris Perry and Jeffrey Perry.
Bill worked for the United States Postal Services in Kenosha for 35 years, retiring in 2008. Bill served as president of the Racine/Kenosha Club of the Deaf and was involved with W.A.D., W.S.D.A.A. and the S.W.D.C. He was also inducted to Hall of Fame for his leadership in the deaf community.
Family and friends are invited to St. Peter Parish (2224 30th Ave. Kenosha) on Saturday November 2, 2013 at noon for the funeral Mass. There will be a visitation in the church from 11am until noon.
Jeanne Evans says
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr Perry was a wonderful father to three great girls. He was a role model and leader for the Deaf community. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jim Powell says
My sympathies to the entire Perry family. He will be missed but he is now enjoying a better life — the life that we will one day join.
May God give you all Comfort in your loss of a loved one.
Sandra Lee C. Sorensen says
My husband Al and I are so very sorry for your loss. We’ve been your neighbors since 1972. Sorry we haven’t more contact with you through the years. Al knew bowling. We send our Prayers.
Al & Sandy Sorensen, neighbors at 3400 Kentucky St.
Lisa Donais says
Janet – I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts.
Lisa
Karen Dishno says
The deaf community mourned the loss of a great person. My deepest condolences to all of you.
Maxine&Harvey Whittaker says
Our condolences to the Perry family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Amy June Rowley says
Jeff and I are really sorry to learn of Bill leaving us- I really enjoyed working with Bill through WAD and he was a great role model for many young people like me who wanted to get involved with leadership positions- he gave a lot back to the Racine- Kenosha and Wisconsin Deaf community. I know he will be missed by many. Lots of hugs and GODSPEED Bill!
Xox
Amy June
Julie Ann Roatch says
Judy Doetsch says
Just found out about Bill’s passing. May God comfort you survivors during the time of grief! I’ve always liked Bill as he’s a great guy. Hugs go to the family. Hugs