1935
2017
Mary K. Perry, age 82, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, evening September 8, 2017 at Prosperity Point Assisted Living. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; a brother and 1 sister. She is survived by her loving husband of 27 years Joseph Perry, Sr.; children, Steve Blankenbeckler and wife Jackie; Jo Perry, Jr.; and a daughter Debbie Cooper and husband Billy. Additionally she is survived by grandchildren, Bobby and wife Tarrah Blankenbeckler; Shaun and wife Sandra Blankenbeckler, Brittany Blankenbeckler; Amanda Roop and husband Nicholas; Cameron and Katie Cooper and Jordon Perry; 5 great grandchildren and 2 nieces Deborah Arnett and Sandy Nichols both of Melbourne, FL .
Family and friends will gather at 10:45 a.m., Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Berry Highland South Cemetery on E. Simpson Rd. for an 11:00 a.m. graveside service with Chaplain, Phil Groos officiating. Berry Highland South Funeral Home in charge 865-573-7300.
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November 9, 2017
Steven Blankenbeckler
In loving memory of our mother, Mary K Perry, we would like to share memories of her life.
After she raised her family, mom became an RN because she was devoted to helping others and she mixed that with an adventurous spirit becoming a traveling nurse and even spent several years in Saudi Arabia working in the neonatal intensive care unit. When she returned she married the love of her life, Joseph Perry and continued her nursing career at UT Hospital. Once retired from the hospital, for the next twenty plus years, mom and dad became foster parents and helped several children with disabilities. The love that mom shared with all of her children will be missed. We love you mom, Rest In Peace, you deserve it.
Love you mom
Steven and Jackie Blankenbeckler
September 11, 2017
Lonnie, Becky & Harrison Punton
Dear Steve and Jackie. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Mary's death. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.
Our deepest sympathy.
September 10, 2017
Billie Shanken
Joe I am so sorry for your loss .Mary was a wonderful neighbor. And a women who cared so much for handicap children You are in my thoughts and prayers Billie Proffitt Shanken
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