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Dwight Perry Obituary

Funeral services for Dwight "Dee" R. Perry, Jr., 53, Lawrence will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 8, 2017 at the Lawrence Free Methodist Church in Lawrence. Private Burial will take place at a later date. Dee passed away Saturday, December 2, 2017 at his home.

Dee was born October 28, 1964 in Lawrence, KS the son of Dwight R. Perry, Sr. and Barbara (Robbins) Perry.

He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1983.

After high school, Dee worked as a contractor and concrete foreman with JR Construction and then went on to work with his father in the home building business before venturing out on his own. Perry Construction, Inc. was formed in 1998 and Dee was currently building homes in the Fairfield Farms subdivision in Lawrence. Known to be a hard worker he took great pride in doing much of the work himself.

He was a member of the Lawrence Home Builders Association (LHBA) where he served as a past president and served on the Board of Directors. He and his family also served together as mentors in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. When he wasn't working, Dee enjoyed jet skiing, boating, fishing, and woodworking. He was a true family man, always putting them before himself. The words "love you" flowed often.

Dee married Kara Olson October 21, 1989 in Lawrence, KS. She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his son Dylan Perry; two daughters, Emma Perry, Meghan Perry, all of the home; parents Dwight and Barbara Perry and sisters, Bobbie Flory, Lawrence, and Mendy Robson, Ada, OK.

The family will greet friends and family from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, December 7, 2017 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Perry Education Fund at Mid America Bank or in his name to a charity of donor's choice and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

For more information or to post a condolence, please visit warrenmcelwain.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World from Dec. 5 to Dec. 6, 2017.

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Dick Williams

December 10, 2017

As I think of my memories of Dwight two things come to mind. The first being how much I respected the man, and two how devoted he was to anything that was important to him. Dwight was truly the definition of integrity. Any man would do right to emulate this human being. We are all a little poorer without him.

December 9, 2017

Absolutely heartsick for your loss. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joan and Tom Black

Russ, Angela, Ben & Josh Seybert

December 8, 2017

Kara, Dylan and girls. We feel such sorrow for you. D was such a kind man, and we see that reflected in your beautiful family.
Hugs and prayers to you all from the Seyberts

Jenny Andrews

December 8, 2017

Kara and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Will miss him at the lake. It certainly was a beautiful day the last time I saw the two of you at the slip and taking the boat out for the last ride before cool weather set in. Prayers your way.

Mike and Netta George

December 8, 2017

Kara and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. May God's comfort be with you.

Greg Hale

December 8, 2017

Rest in peace Dee.
Greg Hale

Sheila Collier

December 7, 2017

Barb and Dwight, my heart is breaking for you in the loss of your son. Please know my thoughts are with you and your family.

December 7, 2017

It was a joy working with his whole family. Cheryl&Bill Parmer

Fred J Hageman

December 7, 2017

I am so sad to learn of Dee Boy's passing. We grew up across the street from each other and played golf every summer day growing up. What a great friend. The Hageman's Loved Dee Boyso many great memories. Dee Boy was one of the good guys... Our thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family and all his friends.

December 7, 2017

Kara, Dylan, Emma and Megan I am truly sorry for the loss of Dee. My sincerest condolences to his wonderful family. Dee was a great person, outstanding builder and a man with a kind heart. He will be missed.

Dwight, Barbara, Bobbi and Mendy my sincerest condolences to you all. I will keep all of the Perry family in my thoughts.

Betsy Scott (Lienhard)

December 7, 2017

My prayers are with the whole Perry Family!! My childhood is full of memories with the Perry Family and my heart breaks to think you are having to go through such a difficult time. Dee was a fun loving person and he and Kara raised wonderful children. He will be missed!!

Bob & Shirley Brandt

December 7, 2017

You have our deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort at this very painful loss. Our thoughts will be with you.

John Lapine

December 7, 2017

My heart goes out to Dee's family. Those who knew him need no explanation of how hard working, honest, kind, and easy to be around Dee was.

Jill Flory

December 6, 2017

So sorry for your loss, it is tragic and we will never understand. We are sending love and prayers for healing at this difficult time.

December 6, 2017

Though it has been many years since I crossed paths with Dee, I remember him well from our days together at LHS. Always a very thoughtful, fun-loving and engaging guy. He will be missed and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Rob Zinn

December 6, 2017

Dear Perry Family: We are all heartbroken and shocked by the loss of Dee. We will always think of him with a smile and a sweet humility. He was the perfect example of what defines a real man- he gave his time and love to family and you were his first priority. He will always be remembered as making this world a much better place. Love Jackie Hadl and Family.

December 6, 2017

We are so saddened by the loss of Dee - our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. Some of our most fond memories are of Dee and Lance's friendship growing up. What was a great kid turned into a great person as witnessed by these guest comments. We are thinking of you all during this time. If we can do anything to ease your burden please let us know. Sincerely Claudia and Dale

Beth & David Reynolds

December 6, 2017

Beth & I considered Dee a friend. He will be missed. A consolation is that as long as Dee is remembered he is alive to us.

December 6, 2017

Kara and family, We are so sorry for your loss, Your family is in our prayers.
Maggie and Bill Wagner

Darren McClure

December 6, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Fred Schneider

December 6, 2017

We really lost a good one. My sincere condolences to the Perry family.

Larry & Connie Manning

December 6, 2017

Our hearts go out to the Perry family. We loved Dee. Our prayers are with Kara & the children

Tammy Jordan

December 6, 2017

I am truly honored and blessed to have known Dee and Kara. He is the most honest and caring man I have ever known. I am grateful that I found him and not only made a friend but I also get to start my new life in Kansas in one of his beautiful homes. Even after closing on my home he was always there for me with help, not only for my home but for me. My heart is with you Kara and your children. May God bless you with strength and love. I love you all.

Kevin Davis

December 5, 2017

Unbelievable guy and great friend that will truly be missed... Thinking of family and friends in this time of sorrow!

Mike Wagner

December 5, 2017

Super nice guy, he will be greatly missed by all that knew him!

Ralph Johnson

December 5, 2017

Good guy

Diana Low

December 5, 2017

Dear Kara and Children, There are not adequate words to express our desire to comfort you during Dee's sad and sudden loss. We send our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the entire Perry family.
Diana and Kirk Low

Michelle Barnes

December 5, 2017

Dear Perry Family,
Our hearts are broken for you as we have heard this news. We are so so sorry for your loss. Praying that the God of all comfort give you peace that truly passes understanding. The Barnes Family

Kyle deBlonk

December 5, 2017

At this difficult time we pray that God will grant you the peace that you need to get through this. Sincere condolences.

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