Olin Ray Perry 87, died Monday morning, August 27 2018 at his home in Shenandoah, Iowa.
He was born on February 23, 1931 in Blanchard, Missouri to Corda and Nora Etta Perry, the youngest of 13 children. From his youth he worked on the family farm and cared for his mother until her death. Shortly thereafter, Olin was baptized December 16, 1972 as one of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Olin and Darlene were married on March 11, 1973. Together they raised 3 children. In 1979 they built their home on Carter Street in Shenandoah. He ran a family cleaning business for many years. Olin's happiness came from being part of a loving congregation, shepherding and teaching. Olin's life was simple. His joys came from family, friends and serving his God, Jehovah.
Olin is survived by his wife and 3 children and their spouses, Darin, Charmie, Marc, Lesly, Andrea and Matt.
Funeral Services to be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 205 W. Clarinda Ave, Shenandoah, IA on September 3, 2018 at 1:00 PM.
Memorials may be directed to the family at the following address: 312 Carter St, Shenandoah, Iowa 51601.
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