Barbara is preceded in death by her husband Melvin A. Perryman Sr. Barbara will be deeply missed by her son Melvin A. (Jay) Perryman Jr. and loving daughter Sandra Perryman. She will also be dearly missed by her granddaughter Rachel (Julian) Kirk, and two great-grandchildren Laney Sheppard (age 8) and Ben Sheppard (age 6).
Barbara was born in Port Arthur, Texas in 1941. Her family moved to Cypress when she was in early elementary school. She was proud to share that her family were dairy farmers during her youth and had a childhood filled with rich memories.
She attended Cy-Fair High School with her two younger siblings, and it was there that she met her husband, Melvin A. Perryman Sr. Barbara was an excellent student, earning high scores in all her classes, and she also enjoyed being involved in the band. Melvin and Barbara were engaged their senior year of high school, and both graduated in 1960. The two were married after graduating and soon after had their two children, Melvin, and Sandra.
Her young family built a home in Cypress close by her parents and other family members. She had a successful career in medical billing. Her career led her to many long-lasting friendships that continued through her final days. She enjoyed visits and phone calls with her many friends and cherished the laughter and memories she had with each of them. Barbara was a founding member of First Baptist Church of Cypress and continued to be an active member until her passing. She had many long-lasting friendships there with other church members whom she adored.
After retirement, she began volunteering as a mentor at an elementary school in Cy-Fair ISD. She enjoyed the bond, and the time spent each week with her young mentee. There are many relatives, close family friends, and past co-workers who fondly remember Barbara. Just as with her time mentoring, she was always thoughtful and generous to those around her. It was common for her to pass along special gifts she had seen for her family members or close friends. She was very generous and always thinking of others.
Her most cherished times were those spent talking, laughing, sharing a meal, or enjoying a cup of coffee with those she loved. She will be greatly missed.
Services will be held at: Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home 12800 Westheimer Road Houston, Texas 77077. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2023, 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 3, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation to a charity benefiting animals or The Diabetes Association
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