PERRY, Carl Fathergill
On July 26th, 2016 another branch of the Perry Family Tree has fallen with
the demise of Carl F. Perry, 86, son of the late Arthur and Hazel
(Williams). Carl was born in Sheet Harbour and grew up in Yarmouth. An avid
athlete, he represented his school in Provincial Championship Basketball,
English Rugby, Swimming and Curling besides maintaining high scholastic
records. Carl attended Dalhousie and Saint Mary's Universities pursuing a
Bachelor of Science degree, B Ed and Masters in Education. He was active in
HMCS Scotian and attained the rank of Inst. Lt. Commander training future
University Naval officers.
Carl taught with the Halifax Bd. Of Ed. and eventually became Principal of
Major Steven's Junior High retiring after more than 30 years of dedication
to students and staff.
Unfortunately during retirement, he struggled with the debilitating ravages
of Alzheimers disease but never lost his sense of humour, ear for music and
genuine kindness to friends and neighbours. Carl was predeceased by brothers
Merrill F., Percy E., sister Florence F. Leoni, and nephew Bobby . He is
survived by brother Arthur (Ossie) & Edie of St. Catharines, Ontario,
nephews Tom and Scott, niece Susan Hubley all of Halifax, Michael, Judy
Leoni, California, Jane Lewis, Texas and Karin J. and Jefrey W. St.
Catharines. He will be sadly missed by his many friends in Halifax and
Yarmouth especially the three amigos: Hazel, Nancy and Cliff.
Sincere appreciation for the kindness and superb care of Carl by the staff
at Parkland Estates and Parkstone Enhanced Care- Shannex. A service of
Remembrance will be held at graveside, Yarmouth Mountain Cemetery. Carl
would appreciate any donations to the Alzheimer's Research Foundation.

"I shall not pass this way but once, any good that I can do or any kindness
I can show to any fellow human, let me do it now. Let me not defer nor
neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again!"