Gasper Joseph Peri, Jr.

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gasper Joseph Peri, Jr., a resident of Poplarville, Mississippi; on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at the age of 85. Gasper was born on January 26, 1940 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He lived a full and vibrant life. Gasper graduated from Redemptorist High School in 1957, an award-winning tackling-back and member of the District Championship winning football team. Gasper attended Delgado Community College, earning a Drafting Degree and utilized his draftsmanship skills for Katz and Besthoff (K&B) and homeowners. Gasper also retired as a Store Manager from the well-known Drug Store, K&B in South Louisiana, where he worked for over 40 years. Gasper thoroughly enjoyed telling stories at family gatherings, saying his quick one-liners, eating at his favorite restaurants, absolutely adoring his pets, and loved to travel. Even in Gasper’s last days, a twinkle was in his eye when we talked about who was his favorite child, grandchild, or great-grandchild. God only knows!

Beloved husband of Bonnie Peri for 43 years. Loving Father of nine Children; Keith Peri, Sr., Donna Fenney (L.J.), Cindy Boynes (David), Brian Peri, Karin Peri-Ramos, Kevin Peri, Barbara Lopiccolo (Nat), Daniell Baudoin (Ricky), and Katherine Hartmann (Kenny).

Devoted Grandfather of nineteen Grandchildren; Chantele (A.J.), Heather (Tim), Melissa (Gerald), Keith Jr., Kristina (Nathan), Anastasia (Dace), Holly, Rachelle (Jordan), Cameron (Elise), Kourtney, Carolina (Elias), David, Jr., (Paige), Noah, Jeremy, Lucas, Kenny, Zane, Jacob, and Sebastian.

Great-Grandfather of sixteen Great-Grandchildren; Madison, Makenzie, Jonathan, Hazel, Cash, Kael, Harlo, Carter, Levi, Micah, Julia, Blake, Miles, Adaline, Jase, and Luca. In addition, one more Great Granddaughter, Baylor, on her way. Son of the late Gasper J. Peri, Sr. and Katherine Maher Peri. Twin brother of Robert Peri (the late Gwen), older brother to John Peri (Hilda), and blessings from the late Edith Toups Peri. Also survived fondly by many cousins, nieces, great nieces, nephews, great nephews, friends, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and coworkers. Gasper will be deeply missed by all.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Forest General Hospital and Bedford Care of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. We will never forget the unwavering assistance of the Doctors, Nurses, and Staff. Additionally, we’d like to especially thank June and Chris Canaski for all they have done. Their kindness will never be forgotten.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Visitation starting at 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in Gasper’s memory at 11:00 a.m. to be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., in New Orleans; on March 6, 2025. He will be laid to eternal rest in a private ceremony. Please sign the online guestbook at www.lakelawnmetairie.com