"You have my deepest sympathy. Wanda worked with my dad John Bliven for years at St Mary's and I too work there at the switchboard/tube room. Thought and prayers are with you all."
In loving memory of
Wanda Perry
January 12, 2015
Wanda Lee Perry, age 77, of Quincy, died Monday, January 12, 2015 in her home.
Wanda was born October 11, 1937 in Molina, Missouri, the daughter of Milton and Aletha Flickinger Sharp. She married Richard "Dick" Perry on December 30, 1961 in Quincy, Illinois. He preceded her in death on August 13, 2009.
Wanda had been a surgery technician at St. Mary Hospital for 27 years. She worked for hospice in Omaha, Nebraska for 10 years and also served as a school health aide in Nebraska. In recent years, she was a caregiver providing home health care in Quincy.
Wanda was an active member of St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church and supporter of St. James Lutheran School. She taught the Kids Connection group, assisted with Vacation Bible School, was active in the Lutheran Women's Missionary League, visited church members who where shut-ins, as well as serving as one of the organizers for the annual Thanksgiving Dinner.
Wanda served as Co-chair of the St. Mary Hospital Annual Reunion and enjoyed staying in touch with her former co-workers. She also enjoyed traveling and visiting with family and friends. Wanda loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Wanda's favorite color was purple, so you are invited to wear something purple in celebration of her life.
She is survived by five children, David Perry of Quincy, Tim (Susan) Lee of Alpharetta, GA, Mike (Carla) Perry of Edmond, OK, Sheryl (Mike) Miller of Valentine, NE, and Erica (Nik) Perry-Broekemeier of Quincy, nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, two sisters, Connie Curtis of Paris, MO, and Renee Bridgeman of Holliday, MO, and two brothers, Milton Sharp of Holliday, MO, Dean Sharp of Destin, FL.
In addition to her husband, Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Karen Perry, a sister, Patsy Perry, and three brothers, Jimmy, Edward, and Glenn Sharp.
Services: 3:00 pm Sunday, January 18, 2015 at St. James Lutheran Church, with Pastor Marlin Rempfer officiating.
Visitation: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm, Sunday January 18, 2015 at St. James Lutheran Church.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, to St. James Lutheran Church or St. James Lutheran School
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
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"Sending prayers to Mike and Carla and family. God Bless!"
"Erika, I am so sorry to read about your mothers passing. I will pray for peace and understanding during this difficult time. my deepest condolence- Abbie"
"Wanda was my son's mother in-law. She was a very giving mother in-law, had lots of love and compassion for the kids. She was a wonderful grandmother to our grandkids. Dawsyn will miss her terribly, as will all her family and friends. I thank her for all she did for our family."
"My thoughts & prayers are with all family at this sad time. I worked with her as a caregiver in her most recent job. WHAT A GREAT CARING LADY!!! RIP Wanda!!!"
"Wanda was such a nice lady to talk to. Appreciated all she did for Kids Connection at St. James. I wont forget how she made it special for my father at Sunset Home for the St. James Kids to sing him Happy Birthday and give him cake. Heaven, the best place to be and yes that is where you are!. My thoughts are with the family."
"So sorry for your loss. We were neighbors for several years. Wanda was a great person. Prayers for all!!! We have many fond memories."
"My condolences to the family."
"Aunt Wanda gave me such fond memories as a child. She really went that extra mile for me, my sister and my Mom when she didn't have to. I have not kept in touch over the years like I should have but unfortunately life responsibilities tend to get in the way of that. I do love her whole heartedly and wish I would have made the time to see her. I work the weekend and will not be able to make it. I will be there in spirit though and my prayers go out to my cousins and their families. I love you all and God bless each and everyone of you during this difficult time."
"My heart is saddened with the loss of a St Mary Hospital friend. You will be missed @ our SM luncheons. Thanks for your leadership. You are in Heaven now in the loving arms of our Lord & Savior, your well-deserved reward for your good deeds while here on earth. My thoughts & prayers are with your family."
"Prayers for the family. Wanda was always someone that I could count on to make me smile. I knew her from when I was little and she was always helping at kids connection. Such a warm heart"
"I enjoyed the years i worked with Wanda at St mary's and was so glad to renew acquaintances with her when I returned to Il. I'll miss her smiling face! I'm going to try to make it to the funeral-- our church lets out about 12:30. If I don't make it, my thoughts and prayers will be with her friends and family."