David Peter Perez, of Carriere, Mississippi, was taken too soon on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, at the age of 74. Dave was born in Lafitte, Louisiana to the late Skiro and Gertie Perez. He was married to the love of his life, Sherry Zar Perez. Devoted father of Erin S. Terrel (Chad Sr.) and the late Shanna L. Perez. Step Father of Stacey Matherne, Ray Matherne, Kevin Richoux, and Karen Carmen. Proud Paw Paw of Dylan Thorne, Chad Terrel Jr., Chase David Terrel, Chance Terrel, Alicia Gilmore (Brad), Alex Dempster, Ray Wayne Matherne, Jessie Matherne and his great grandchildren Zander and Aiden, Rhett Terrel, Teagan, and Harrison Skiro. Loving brother of Hazel Perez Helmer, Elda Perez Matherne, Arthur Perez Sr., Cheryl Perez Dempster, Judy Perez Scioneaux, and the late Leo Perez, Tilden Perez, Elsie Perez, and Jerry Perez Sr. Brother in Law of Barry Zar (Tess) and John Zar III (Gladys). David is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and a multitude of friends who are left to cherish his memory.
David grew up in Lafitte, Louisiana where he was deeply rooted into his family and friends. He was proud of his upbringing and loved to share stories of his childhood, especially the memories that brought laughter. David proudly served in the United States Army in his early years. After his release from the Army, he worked most of his life with his hands as a Master Carpenter. Words cannot describe the detail and beauty of his craft; David used wood to create magnificent works, from cabinets to custom tables, and mostly fine details of boats and marine craft. When he wasn’t working with wood, David had plenty of other hobbies that kept him busy. He loved dancing, especially to Swamp Pop music with his favorite dance partner and wife, Sherry. Bowling, fishing, trawling, and cooking were among other hobbies that David mastered and found his happiness.
A funeral Mass will be Celebrated at 12:00PM on Friday, February 3rd, 2023 in the Chapel of Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway in Marrero, Louisiana. The Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Bernie Terrebonne. A visitation will begin at 9:00AM and continue until the Mass time.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WestsideLeitzEagan.com for the Perez family.
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