Donald "Vic" Perry

South Paris – Donald “Vic” Perry, 92, formerly of East Bethel passed away on Friday April 5, 2019 at the Maine Veterans’ Home in South Paris, following a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Rumford, Maine on March 26, 1927, a son of Anthony and Violet (Chamberlain) Perry.

Vic was educated in Rumford Schools, and served in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy.

He was a plumber by trade, having worked in Connecticut and Maine.

Vic was a member of the VFW Post 1641.

He loved fishing, boxing, making fudge and playing cards daily with his wife Claire.

Vic is survived by his wife of 63 years Claire (Bernard) Perry, daughters; Cynthia Simmons and husband Stephen of East Andover, Susan Swasey and husband Barry of Andover, grandchildren; Kier Simmons and wife Natalie, Eric Swasey and wife Andrea, Katherine Benson and husband Jeffrey, great grandchildren; Violet and Eve Simmons, Avery and Adalyn Swasey, and Lauren Benson.

He was predeceased by his parents, son Timothy, siblings Robert, Herman, Pearl, and Yvonne.

The family would like to offer a special thank you to the wonderful staff at the Maine Veterans’ Home for the wonderful care given to Vic.

In lieu of flowers contributions in Vic’s memory may be made to the Residents Activity Fund at Maine Veteran’s Home 477 High Street South Paris ME 04281.