Robert J. Perry

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of ROBERT J. PERRY, known to many as Bob Perry, 73. He died February 11th after living with cancer for over 30 years. Bob was born August 14,1942 in Sonoma County to William and Jean (Arnell) Perry and grew up in Petaluma. He graduated from Petaluma High School in 1961 and served in the National Guard during the Vietnam War. He was a retired PG&E pressure operator and life-long resident of Northern California. An avid outdoorsman and a particularly good fisherman, he was well versed in the many rivers and lagoons of coastal northern California. He also enjoyed hunting and dancing, and was an accomplished carpenter. Bob was determined to live life to its fullest and was active in his community. As a young man he raced motorcycles and was part of a pit crew for a stock car. He was volunteer coach of youth sports for many years. He was the former Governor of the Santa Rosa Moose Lodge. He was a man that could do just about anything when put to the test. Bob fought cancer since 1985 and survived many reoccurrences during the last 30 years. As a survivor, he was a dedicated supporter of the American Cancer Society and a driving force with The Relay for Life since its inception and was an inspirational speaker at Living With Cancer events. He is survived by his son, Ron (Julie) and daughter, Emily (Josh) Murphy, his four grandchildren, Madison, Rachel, Alley and Sinead, his siblings, Shirley, Adrienne, Leo, Jim, Judy and Norene as well as numerous nieces and nephews and a wonderful community of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Minnie Faulk. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday February 18th from 11am to 5pm at Parent-Sorensen Mortuary, Petaluma. The service will take place at Parent-Sorensen Mortuary, Petaluma at 11:30 am Friday, February 19th, with Father Michael Culligan of Saint James Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to the American Cancer Society, Petaluma Valley Hospital Foundation, Calvary Cemetery Bodega or to a charity of the donor's choice. Visitation

Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory

Thursday, February 18, 2016 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM 850 Keokuk Street Petaluma, California 94952 Directions Funeral Service

Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory

Friday, February 19, 2016 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM 850 Keokuk Street Petaluma, California 94952 Directions Interment

Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Bodega

Friday, February 19, 2016 1:00 PM - 1:15 PM 17242 Bodega Highway Bodega, CA 94922 Directions