Terri Mason Perino

Terri Mason Perino, daughter of the late Vernon Dee Mason and Catherine Cordelia Nobles, born May 12, 1961, in San Jose, CA, passed away on April 3, 2026, in Gilroy, CA. The 3rd of 4 children, she was predeceased by her older siblings, Kenneth (Ken) and Barbara (Barb), and is survived by her younger sister, Joyce Shepherd. She was a loving wife of 38 years to Joseph Anthony Perino. She leaves behind her daughters, Sarah Blessinger and husband Jeremiah of Los Angeles, and Emily Perino of Nashville, TN. She was a cherished aunt of numerous nieces and nephews.

Terri was a loving and inspiring elementary school teacher who earned her teaching degree while her children were young. She helped grow young minds throughout South Santa Clara County, teaching at numerous private and public schools. She is remembered by all for her bright smile, Pollyanna positivity, and kind, genuine heart. She cherished her family and friends, making new ones wherever she went, and treasured their times together throughout the years.

Graveside services will be held for immediate family only, and a Celebration of Life is to be held in true Terri fashion. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (https://ocrahope.org/) or the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (https://ovarian.org/)