John Perry Jr.

New Bedford – John Perry Jr., age 82 of South Dartmouth, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Natalie (Silva) Perry and the son of the late Mildred (Teachman) and John Perry.

John was born in South Dartmouth and lived in this area all his life. He worked as a truck driver for Yellow Bird Transportation for many years until his retirement. John was also a member of the Teamsters Local 59 and was also in the National Guards.

He is survived by 4 children: Patricia Bettencourt, Karen Cunnif and her husband Joey, John Perry and his wife Deb and Debbie Mello and her husband Dennis; 3 siblings: Bob Perry and his wife Diane Perry, Norma Fernandes and the late Frank Perry and his wife Barbara. Grandchildren: Stevie Bettencourt, Holly Maciel, Renae Desrosiers, Dennis Mello, John Perry, Jason Perry, Ryan Cunniff, Shaun Cunniff, great grandchildren: Kelsey Maciel, Avah Mello and Quinn Perry along with many nieces and nephews and his beloved dog, Lili.

Visiting Hours will be held Sunday afternoon from 3:00-5:00 P.M. at Perry Funeral Home. His funeral service will be held on Monday morning at St. Mary’s Church in Dartmouth at 10:00 A.M. At the family’s request, all who plan to attend the funeral service are asked to please meet directly at the church.

Arrangements are placed in the care of Perry Funeral Home 111 Dartmouth St. New Bedford, MA 02740. Please see our website: www.perryfuneral.com for condolences.