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Donald Perry, III

February 10, 1943 - March 6, 2019
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Pecan Plantation Clubhouse
Saturday 3/30, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

On Wednesday, March 6, 2019, Donald Davis Perry III, loving brother, husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 76 in Granbury, TX.

Don was born on February 10, 1943 in New Bern, NC to Donald and Ruth Perry. He grew up in Hamlet, NC and received his degree in electrical engineering from North Carolina State University in 1964. After graduation, Don moved to West Palm Beach, FL to work for Pratt Whitney Aircraft. In June 1966, he married Patricia Lee Caster in Pat’s hometown of Southport, NC, and they welcomed twin daughters to their family in 1968.

Don’s 35-year career in computer manufacturing began at RCA’s Computer Division in Palm Beach Gardens, FL and later took him and his family to Cary, NC in 1978. In 1984, he moved his family to Plano, TX to work for Convex Computer Corporation, and in 1994 to Compaq Computers in Spring, TX. After retiring in 2002, he and Pat lived in Fayetteville, NC for five years before moving to Granbury, TX to be close to their daughters and grandson. Don loved living in Pecan Plantation, where he was a member of the Men’s Golf Association, serving as President for one year, and several Homeowner’s Association committees.

Don was a lifelong, passionate golfer who was always trying to improve his game. He enjoyed woodworking, boating and fishing, and spending time with his girls and grandson. Don was an avid reader and country music fan. He enjoyed watching historical documentaries or sporting events on tv and attending Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys games. Don and Pat travelled the world together, visiting Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and going on several transatlantic cruises.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Donald Davis Jr. and Ruth Chadwick Perry of Hamlet, NC, his father and mother-in-law Lee B. and Eltha Caster of Southport, NC, sister-in-law Lois Caster of Southport, NC, and childhood best friend Oakie Bankhead of Marietta, GA.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Patricia, his daughter Catherine Perry of Arlington, TX, his daughter Carolyn and son-in-law Mark Settlemire of Fort Worth, TX, grandson Donald Seth Taylor of Arlington, TX, brothers Ray Perry and wife Peggy of Fayetteville, NC, Jake Perry and wife Susan of Raleigh, NC, and brother-in-law Ronnie Caster of Southport, NC, along with many cousins, nieces and nephews, and lifelong friends.

Please refer to the Wiley Funeral Home website at www.WileyFuneralHome.com for updates and details. Celebration of Life: 2:00 PM -5:00 PM, Saturday, March 30, 2019, Pecan Plantation Clubhouse. Graveside services will be held in Southport, NC on a date to be determined.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pecan Plantation Fire and EMS or to the Hood County Library.

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On Wednesday, March 6, 2019, Donald Davis Perry III, loving brother, husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 76 in Granbury, TX. Don was born on February 10, 1943 in New Bern, NC to Donald and Ruth Perry. He grew up in Hamlet, NC and received his degree in electrical engineeringContinue Reading

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Ed Brooks left a message on March 17, 2019:
Don and I worked together at Pratt & Whitney and again at RCA in Palm Beach Gardens. We played a lot of golf together at PGA National. I have very fond memories of Don and enjoyed our brief friendship - my condolences to Pat sad his family.
Jennifer Ugarte left a message on March 14, 2019:
I’m so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine how you must feel. I have found comfort in scriptures like Job 14:14,15 which remind me that God cares so deeply for us that he yearns for the day when he will bring us back to life on earth (John 5:28, 29). These words fill me with the hope of seeing again the ones that I have lost. I hope that these words bring you comfort as well.
Elaine left a message on March 14, 2019:
My deepest condolences to the Family on the lost of your dear loved one may God who binds up the broken hearted and comforts all who mourn strengthen you and give you peace in your time of sorrow (Isa 61:1,2)
Hope left a message on March 11, 2019:
My sincere condolences goes out to the family during this difficult time. May you find a measure of comfort in God's promise at Revelation 21:3,4 where we look forward to a time when there will be no more pain and death any more.
Beth Tucker Strayhorn left a message on March 11, 2019:
I can't remember a year that Donnie and I weren't in the same classroom or homeroom. He was always a very nice,polite and kind friend. I will miss seeing him at our reunions. My sincere sympathy to his wife and daughters.
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Mike Bell left a message on March 10, 2019:
So sorry for your loss. Don was a truly nice guy and a gentleman. I first met him when he interviewed me for a position at Convex. I am honored to have known such a nice person and a true leader.
Bobby Crenshaw left a message on March 10, 2019:
I am sad to hear of Donnie’s passing. My brother and I lived on Jefferson Street for longest time. All of us were part of Jefferson Street Boys and we had great time growing up . Very fond memories as kids and Perry boys were part of our childhood. Our thoughts and prayers for all of family. Bobby Billy Crenshaw
Jennie and Jimmy Reeves left a message on March 8, 2019:
Sending our deepest sympathies to Kate, Carolyn and the family! So very sorry for your loss.
Wiley Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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