Richard Herbert Perry

Richard Herbert Perry, 77, of Ged passed away Monday, April 29, 2019. He was a lifelong resident of Ged/Vinton and was a 1959 Vinton High School graduate. Richard was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church for 77 years and was a United States Army Veteran. He loved riding horses, fishing and gardening; he was known for his tomato crops.

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Richmond Perry and wife Debby of Oklahoma, and Tanya Ridgway and husband Harold of Indiana; granddaughter, Victoria Ridgway; sister-in-law, Linda Perry; life-long friend, Jack Schanz; numerous nieces and nephews; and his faithful companion, Gizmo.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Perry; parents, George and Edith Perry; brother, Jerry Perry; and his beloved dogs, Charlie and Sweet Pea.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 4, 2019 in St. Joseph Catholic Church of Vinton. Burial will follow at Big Woods Cemetery. Honoring Richard's wishes there will not be a visitation. Words of comfort and memories may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.