Jessie Walker Perry was born on June 30, 1928 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late Riley and Margaret Lou Perry. He was united in marriage to Margaret Marie Franks on September 29, 2007, who survives.
Mr. Perry was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He was a farmer and had also worked as a school bus driver for Hardin County Schools. He was a member of the Cherry Chapel United Methodist Church and the Hardin Farmer's Co-op. He was a devoted husband to his wife, and a good man who will be missed.
He departed this life on January 26, 2017 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 88 years, 6 months, and 27 days.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a stepdaughter, Sheila Franks of Savannah, Tennessee; a grandchild, Molly Len Franks; and a step great-grandchild, Gavin Koehler.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 17 brothers and sisters.