Jarrel Perry

Jarrel Arlis Perry, 74 of Mudfork departed this life November 5, 2008 at Logan Regional Medical Center. He was born June 24, 1934 at Mudfork, WV a son of the late Noah and Essie Maynard Perry. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three sisters Zelpha, Weltha and Arizona Perry and one brother Denver Perry. Jarrel was retired from Hobet Mining as a heavy equipment operator. He was a member of the UMWA. He attended the Trace Church of God and was also a Mason of the Aracoma Lodge #99. Jarrel also served his country as a veteran of the U.S. Army. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 50 years, Georgia Workman Perry. He was also a loving Dad to his three daughters Renee Perry, Jessica (Mark) Hatfield and Jeryla Jo Perry all of Verdunville. One granddaughter Talhia (J.R. Chafin) Preece, one grandson Dawson Jarrel Beckett. Two greatgrandchildren John Arlis and Joshalyn Marcum. He also is survived by his two brothers Noah Perry Jr., and Freddie Perry both of Verdunville. One Sister Mavis Evans of Verdunville. He will greatly missed by a host of other relatives and friends. Services will be held Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in the James Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bobby Carter officiating. Burial will follow at Frye Cemetery at Verdunville. Friends may call from 6-9 p.m. Saturday at James Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at www.jamesfh.com. Pallbearers will be Kevin Perry, Shannon Perry, Rocky Adkins, Keith Adkins, Mike Baisden and Ricky Adkins. Honorary pallbearers will be Mark Hatfield, Michael Beckett, Louie Hensley, Dwayne messer, Ross Adkins, Mark Miller, Jacob Miller and Joe Gray. Dear Dad, A father's love is a gift that is freely given, a gift that is demonstrated by deed and word, a gift that begins before birth and endures forever. Great dads come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, colors, temperments and nationalities; but they all share a singular trait: paternal love. Sometimes, that devotion is tested to the limits: even well-intended children occasionally behave in ways that only a parent could ove. Thankfully, you forgave my shortcomings, and for that, I'm grateful. Your heart was big enough to love me in spite of my imperfections...thank goodness, and bless you, Dad, forever! Always, Jeryla Jo