Perry – Richard Dean Perry of Brooks, passed away in Brooks on February 2nd, 2005 at the age of 19 years. Born in Brooks on December 11th, 1985 Richard received his education in Brooks and later worked in the oil field. Richard enjoyed hockey, driving and a variety of music. He loved his family and friends. Richard will be remembered for being the life of a party. He was predeceased by his grandpa Walter Albright, grandma Lydia Albright and Nana Muriel. Richard is survived by his mother Donna Albright (Ken) of Brooks; father Dean (Theresa) Perry of Brooks; 2 sisters Melissa Perry (Marty) and her children Mackenzie and Jayson, Michele Perry (Chad) and her daughter Rayleigh; 2 step-sisters Stephanie Okell and Crystal (Jamie) Atkinson and daughter Brianna; step-brother David Okell (Alison) all of Brooks and numerous other family members. Funeral services were held at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 7th from Trinity Lutheran Church. Rev. John Theiss officiated. Honorary Pallbearers were Richard’s sisters and step-sisters Melissa, Michelle, Stephanie and Crystal. Active Pallbearers were Matthew Lawson, Jamie Atkinson, Jamie Lepard, Dale Adams, David Okell and John Edwards. In memory of Richard, if friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to either AADAC Memorial Fund, 10909 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton T5J 3M7 or Brooks and District Health Foundation, Bag 300, Brooks T1R 1B3. Arrangements in care of SMITH FUNERAL HOME. Telephone 362-4636 or (866) 362-4652.
