William Earl Perrigo, Sr.

He was born to the late William and Evelyn Perrigo on October 26th, 1937 in Memphis, TN. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Helt, Betty Dunehew,

Judy Dunehew; grandson, John Lockett; and his companion, Edna Rice.

Bill was a loving father and grandfather and brother. He is survived by his children, Richard Perrigo, Lynnette Stinnett, Alisa Lockett (Kevin), Christy Poe (James), Angel Branch (Tim), William “Billy” Perrigo, Jr; grandchildren, Cody Perrigo, Nicholas Perrigo, Dakota Perrigo, Brian Poe, Victoria Poe, Ryan Poe, Tyler Stinnett, Justin Lockett, Mikala Lockett, Katie Branch, Kasen Branch, Kenzie Branch, Kelob Branch, Khloe Branch, Kayla Perrigo, Kaylin Perrigo, Aubrey Perrigo, Jaxson Perrigo, Ember Perrigo, Steven Campbell; 1 great-grandchild, Maddox Campbell; and his sister, Gwen Tubb.

Bill retired from International Harvester after many years of dedicated service. He was a businessman and entrepreneur who owned and ran several successful businesses throughout his life.

Bill was a devoted family man, friend, and neighbor. He was always willing help to anyone in need, whether that be with a ride, food, money, or often even a place to stay. He had a kind and generous heart.

Bill also enjoyed traveling and attending many gatherings and events where he happily shared conversations, stories, and his advice.

Bill was a man of great faith who was well versed in scripture and passionate about salvation and his walk with the Lord.

He will be greatly missed.

Family will receive friends from 9:00am to 10:00am on Saturday, August 15th at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N. Germantown Rd, Bartlett, TN. Services will follow at 10:00am. Burial will be a Memphis Memory Gardens, 6444 Raleigh Lagrange Rd, Memphis, TN 38134

The family will host a luncheon immediately following the Burial at:

La Siesta restaurant

64 W Commerce St,

Hernando, MS 38632