Alastair C. Perry (87) passed peacefully on January 15, 2022, under the loving care of Accent Continuing Care hospice center in Dunedin, Florida. Predeceased by the love of his life, Christine Perry, “Pops” is survived by his son, Alasdair “Andy” Perry (Melissa); sister, Ellis Anderson (Jim); several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces/nephews (both near and far); and beloved friends.
Born in Scotland in 1934, Alastair finished secondary school and two years of college before joining the Merchant Marines and traveling the world. He continued traveling throughout his career in the airline industry, where he met his love, Christine, and was able to bring his family to visit loved ones in England and Scotland, yearly, during Andy’s childhood and adolescence.
In 1984, Alastair and Christine moved into their home in Marlton, New Jersey, where they established lifelong friendships with their neighbors. In 1996, Alastair and Christine retired to the Tampa, Florida, area.
Alastair leaves a legacy of love that transcends all else. Andy remembers his parents promoting and living a life of love and acceptance. The Perrys surrounded their family with friends from many walks of life, various lifestyles, and countless cultures. Mr. & Mrs. Perry were also “surrogate parents” to several of Andy’s friends and acquaintances, and they opened their home to anyone in need of food, shelter, and/or just a place to rest and reset.
Alastair will be remembered for his love, charm, strength, and, of course, his enduring Scottish accent.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to:
Accent Care Foundation
910 New York Avenue
Dunedin, FL. 34698
Attn: Keely Smith, Director
Due to Covid-19 restrictions and exposure risks, the family has postponed plans for in-person services. Memorial arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Jenene Alston
January 23, 2022, 11:36 pm
Andy and Melissa you have our deepest condolences if there is anything we can do please don’t hesitate to call us we are here.
The Alston Family
Tim McNulty
January 27, 2022, 5:40 pm
Andy and Melissa,
Please know that my heart hurts with yours and my family and I mourns with yours.
Please feel free to reach out for help with anything. We are in centralbto south central Florida until the end of March and get make the time to help you in Dunedin anytime.
Len Fodera
January 29, 2022, 8:49 pm
Andy,
My sincere condolences on your loss my friend.
Len Fodera