Richard J.

Perry

Richard passed away on Monday February 11 at CHA Cambridge Hospital. Born and raised in Chelsea he was the beloved son of Onzimo and Melvina Perry. Richard received his education attending schools in Chelsea. He enlisted into the Army and served honorably during the Korean Conflict. He was discharged in 1956 and was a resident of Chelsea for most of his life. He worked for over 30 years as a mail handler at Logan Airport Station in East Boston. He retired in 1997. Richard resided in Revere for the past 30 years. In his lifetime Richard enjoyed his walks along Revere Beach, home cooking, keeping in touch with family, following their many life events. In his retirement years he enjoyed following the stock market, keeping a watchful eye on his own mutual funds and retirement accounts from his home computer. He was a longtime member of the former French Naturalization Club in Chelsea and was an all-around Boston sports fan following the Red Sox, Bruins and Patriots. He is survived beloved wife of 54 years, Mary E. (Wordell) Perry of Revere. He was the devoted father Steve M. Perry of Revere and John J. Perry and his wife Rebecca of Beverly. Cherished grandfather of Jack, Andrew and Emma Perry. Dear brother of Linda Armstrong of Pelham NH.

ARRANGEMENTS:  His Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Immaculate Conception Church 133 Beach St., Revere on Saturday February 16 at 10:30 A.M. Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held at the Frank A. Welsh & Sons Funeral Home 718 Broadway CHELSEA on Friday February 15 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Funeral home fully handicap accessible, ample parking opposite funeral home.

DONATIONS:  Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to CHA Foundation, 1493 Cambridge St., Cambridge MA 02139