In loving memory of

Mark Joseph Perry
May 28, 1958 - September 28, 2009

Middletown, RI - Mark Joseph Perry CDR, USNR ret, 51, of 62 Swan Drive, Middletown, RI, died Monday, September 28, 2009 unexpectedly in Honolulu Hawaii while on a business trip.He was the husband of Cynthia Lavin Rodgers Perry. Born in Barnstable, MA on May 28, 1958, he was the son of Benicia Odgen Perry and the late Robert R. Perry.CDR Perry served in the United States Navy retiring in 2003. CDR Perry served on board the USS Glover. As a Surface Warfare Officer he served the Communications Officer and as the Assistant Submarine Warfare Officer. CDR Perry became an Intelligence Officer and served in various commands within the reserve community throughout his remainder of his career. He was recalled to active duty after the attacks on 9-11 in support of Operation Noble Eagle and Enduring Freedom. As a civilian he was employed by Marine Safety Intl for 10 years and his most recent position was as an analyst for Booz/Allen/Hamilton. Mark was an active member of the United Congregational Church, where he served as a deacon and Chairman of the church council. He was an avid war gamer and reader, and enjoyed camping and exploring battlefields with his wife and children. Besides his wife of 26 years and his mother, he is survived by his children, Robert Albert Perry, Specialist Ian Stewart Perry, USA, and Kathleen Benicia Perry all of Middletown, RI. Also, his brother Steven Perry and his wife Dale, his in-laws, Albert and Barbara Rodgers, Ed Rodgers, Gary and Jennie Rodgers and Tom and Veronica Rodgers, along with several nieces and nephews. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2009, at 11:00 am at the United Congregational Church, 524 Valley Road, Middletown.Burial will be private. Calling hours will be held on Friday, October 9, 2009, from 7-9 pm at the United Congregational Church. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marks memory may be made to the United Congregational Church, 524 Valley Road, Middletown, RI 02842

Tributes

Tim, Barbara, Jess, Lindsay and Timmy wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort remembering many happy moments Mark shared with you."

Florence Archambault - October.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"Dear Cindy, Ian, Rob, and Katie. My thoughts and prayers and sympathies are with you all. I have such fond memories of Mark as do the rest of the church. His energy and dedication was a joy to behold. I loved his agendas for the Church Council meetings! I will be out of town on Saturday but at 11 a.m. I will pause and say a prayer for all of you and I will be in touch when I get back. Much love, Florence"

Rosel - October 07, 2009 at 12.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"To the Perry Family, At this time of sorrow, may these truths sustain you... Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort will always be as close as a prayer. With Deepest Sympathy Rosel"

Howard Burdick - October 07, 2.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"First Chronicles 16:12 - Howard & Jane Burdick in Atlantic Beach FL"

Michael and Karen Shepherd - O.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"We'll always remember Mark as a man who served his country, his family, his community, and his church with grace and dignity. He was a true leader and will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Just know that through your faith you will someday be reunited in God's kingdom."

Lindsay Hembree - October 06, .. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"I remember the last time i saw Mr. Perry. He gave me a hug and kiss on the cheek. He wished me all the luck in the world on my adventure out west. My heart goes out to the Perrys in hopes that they make it through this tough time. All my sympathies and all my love,"

Cindy King and Family - Octobe.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"Our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. Your husband/father was a great man - my children are saying that God must have needed him in heaven!"

Jonna and Adam Conheeny - Octo.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"Dear Cindy and Family, Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. We will always remember you as wonderful neighbors when we lived on Swan Drive."

Josh Cook - October 05, 2009 a.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"My condolances to the family. May Mark rest in peace and live in your hearts forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."

The Koster''s - October 05, 20.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"Cindy & family, You are in our thoughts & prayers at this sad time in your life. Love Tom,Julie, & Mike"

Gerry & Essie Hembree - Octobe.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"I heart and prayers go out to the family."

John & Maggie Cook - October 0.. wrote on Sep 28, 2009:

"You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences go out to the family. Love"