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Patricia Perry Obituary

Patricia Ann Perry, age 76, passed peacefully in home hospice on 16 Sep 2023 with her son Patrick and daughter Sherry Ann by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Born 12 Nov 1946 in Westerly, RI, she was predeceased by her parents Ann and Alexander Newing, Jimmy Perry her husband of 44 years, and her sister Kathy. Patty is survived by sisters Sherry and JoAnn, her brother Ted, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. Patty was the epitome of a hardworking mother and devoted wife. She was blessed with endurance and a firm sense of fairness. She worked various jobs in service support fields and formerly co-owned the Blue Crab restaurant in Ocean View area of Norfolk. Patty loved museums and dragonflies, was sharp of wit, loved life, and saw humor that others missed. As a humble and private person, she requested no funeral. A quiet family oriented celebration of life may be planned in the distant future. Her favorite charity was Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Condolences may be left for the family at www.altmeyerfh.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 1, 2023.

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Madeline Gilmore

October 5, 2023

Our deepest condolences to the family. Patti was fierce, funny and loyal to her friends. I will be forever grateful that we were friends

Kenneth Riddle

October 2, 2023

Sorry to the passing of Patty. Knew from the Blue Crab and the thirty Camel where I first met her. RIP.

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Joann Weger

October 1, 2023

Pasty, a beautiful person inside and out. Although my sister you were like a mother to me too. I remember the cookouts, celebrations, holidays as you were significant in the celebrations and always there for family. Loved listening to your stories and you had such a great memory of events which was remarkable. You loved and cherished your daughter Sherry and son Patrick, they were your world and you were there for them. Such a proud Mom! Our sincere condolences to family and friends. Cherish the wonderful memories of such a wonderful person, my sister Patty, surely missed but never forgotten. We all love you! Sherry and Patrick we are here if you need anything. Love Jo Ann, Rob and Weger family

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