Michael J.

Perisie

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael Joseph Perisie, who left us unexpectedly on September 25, 2025, in Aventura, Florida after getting ill on a Caribbean Cruise. Born on September 16, 1949, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, Michael was the eldest of eight children born to the late Joseph M. and Ethelyn (Berrio) Perisie. He was 76 years old.
Michael was a proud lifelong resident of Chelsea, where he cherished his roots. He attended Our Lady of the Assumption Parochial School and graduated from Chelsea High School in 1967. Shortly after his graduation, he answered the call of duty and enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving honorably for 20 years and earning the rank of Master Sergeant before his discharge in November 1987. His service included a strong commitment during the Vietnam War, reflecting a dedication to both his country and a sense of duty.
During his military service, Michael began a beautiful journey with Marguerite Norton, whom he courted for seven years. They were married on February 14, 1988, a testament to their love that spanned nearly four decades. Together, they built a life in Chelsea filled with love, laughter, and shared memories.
After his military career, Michael transitioned to the civilian workforce, first as a security officer with Wackenhut Security at Logan Airport and later with Longwood Security at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston. He completed his career as a letter carrier with the U.S. Postal Service, delivering mail in Arlington, Massachusetts, for twenty years before retiring in 2013.
Michael was an active member of the community, participating in the VFW, American Legion, and Knights of Columbus in Arlington, and he held membership in the Chelsea Irish Club. He was deeply devoted to his family and home, finding joy in following all Boston sports teams, immersing himself in history and military documentaries, and sharing his great sense of humor and storytelling with those around him.
Michael is survived by his beloved wife, Marguerite (Norton) Perisie, and he was the dear brother of Richard A. Perisie and his wife Maureen of Peabody, Joseph F. Perisie of Winthrop, Jeanne P. Zullo and her husband Jerry of Revere, James P. Perisie of Peabody, John E. Perisie and his wife Sandy of Fernandina Beach, FL, the late Stephen J. Perisie, and Kathleen Perisie, and brother-in-law to Ina Perisie, Mark H. Norton and his wife Barbara, Edward T. Norton, Robert T. Norton and his wife Eileen, and Barbara A. Gayhart.  He is also survived by his numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and one great grandnephew, his precious feline friend "Smokey", and a wide circle of extended family and friends.
Family and friends are invited to gather to celebrate Michael's life and share their memories. Visiting Hours will be held on Monday, October 6th from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. in the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea.  His funeral will commence from the funeral home on Tuesday, October 7th at 9:00 A.M. Immediately followed by procession to St. Michael the Archangel Chapel, 100 Summit Ave, Chelsea for a Funeral Mass at 10:00 A.M. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden, where he will be laid to rest with full military honors.
Should friends desire, contributions in Michael's name may be made to The Shriner's Children's Transportation Fund C/O 99 Fordham Rd., Wilmington, MA 01887 or visit Shriner's Children's Donate

In this time of sorrow, we take comfort in the legacy of love and laughter Michael leaves behind. His gentle spirit and warm heart will forever be missed but always remembered.