Raymond Perry

Raymond was born in East Chicago on November 29, 1924 to the late Charles and Anna Perevuznik. Also preceding him in death are his loving wife, Donna Perry; four siblings; and son-in-law Larry Krsak.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Janet Grove, Ray Perry, Nancy Krsak, and Kathy (Brian) Keller; grandchildren, Jill, Jeremy, Matthew, David, Michael, Ashley, Katie, Daniel, and Jaime; 16 great grandchildren; brother, George Perevuznik; and loving Aunt Margaret Surowiec.

He is a East Chicago, Roosevelt High School graduate of 1943. Immediately after graduating, he enlisted and honorably served in the United States Navy during WWII, serving in the Pacific Theater.

When he returned from the War, he began his career at Sinclair Refinery, eventually retiring from Amoco Oil refinery. Raymond was a life-long and faithful member of The Descent of the Holy Spirit Russian Orthodox Church, and a member of East Chicago American Legion #369 for 30 years.

Visitation will be Tuesday, October 10, 2017 from 4-8 pm with a Panahida service at 7 pm at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home (8178 Cline Ave.; Schererville, Indiana 46375), and again from 9:00 am until the time of his funeral at 10:00 am on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Descent Of The Holy Spirit Russian Orthodox Church (545 E. 77th Ave.; Schererville, IN 46375) with Rev. Fr. Lev Holowaty officiating. Burial will be in Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be given towards Hospice of the Calumet Area.