Mr. Willie James Perry

Willie James Perry departed this life on Saturday, July 11, 2026. He was born in Wise County, Appalachia, Virginia, to Abram “Jabo” and Ollie “Honey” Perry.

Willie proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and worked in Detroit, Michigan, as an inspector for General Motors until his retirement.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Abram “Jabo” and Ollie “Honey” Perry; his wife, Lorraine Worley Perry; his sister, Henrietta Perry; his brother, Henry Perry; and his daughters, Charlynn Perry and Virginia Monique Perry. 

To cherish his memory, Willie leaves behind his sons, James D. (Christina) Perry and Chandler Perry; grandchildren, Whitney Perry, Shala Perry, and Shyla Perry; brothers, Donald Perry, Abram Perry, and Anthony Perry; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.