He was born in Rumford, Maine on May 17, 1971 a son of Timothy C. and Patricia (Beauchesne) Perry.
Erik was educated in Mexico schools and lived in the Rumford area most of his life.
He was employed with the Boiler Makers Union Local 37.
Erik was a heavy metal maniac, and besides listening to music, he enjoyed hanging out at Taylors Garage and spending time with family and friends, playing football with his nephews and being with his nieces. His hobbies were hunting, fishing, four wheeling, and snowmobiling. Erik also loved watching college football, NFL football and was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan.
Surviving are his mother, Patricia B. Lavorgna and husband Joseph of Delta Junction, Alaska; his father, Timothy C. Perry of Andover; two sisters, Marybeth Perry of Dixfield, and Lori B. Perry and companion Ron Wedge of Berlin, NH; two step sisters, Sarah Lavorgna of Farmington, and Gail Lavorgna of Portland; two nephews, Ian Austin and Caleb Austin; and two nieces, Leah Francis and Ella Wedge.
He was predeceased by a brother, Jason Perry and a nephew Wyatt Wedge.
A benefit will be held on November 19, starting at 1 pm at the Shack, featuring the band Monsta.
