David P. Perry, Sr. January 21, 1927 - July 18, 2017

David P. Perry, Sr., 90, of Allentown, passed away in his home Tuesday, July 18, 2017.  He and his wife, Jean M. (Skeoch), celebrated their 30^th anniversary.  He was previously married to the late Marilyn A. (Mayer) for 34 years.  Born in Harrisburg, he was a son of the late Richard E. and Ada P. (Brandt) Perry.  A 1945 graduate of Allentown High School, David was a Navy veteran of World War II and earned the rank of Specialist First Class.  Prior to retiring in 1987, he was employed as a purchasing manager at Mack Trucks, Inc. for 28 years.  After retirement, he served as a consultant for more than ten years.  He was a member of the American Legion Post #576 for 67 years, Catholic War Veterans Post #1067, Knights of Columbus, and Cetronia Fire Co. #1.  Survivors: wife, sons, David, Jr. and companion, Susana Ruiz, Charles R. and wife, Cathy; daughters, Patricia A. Remaly, Suzanne T. Williams and fiancée, Joseph Miller, Lisa M.; step-son, Alvin D. Rawson and wife, Jennifer; step-daughter, Jane P. Schembri and husband, Vince; brother, Peter R. and wife, Janice; sister-in-law, Mary; grandchildren, Ceale, Thomas, Colton, Jenae, Brett, Ryan, Nicholas, Michael.  He was Pop-Pop to Mary and Julia.  Brother, Richard P., and sister, Patricia Schimenek, preceded him in death.  Services: Please join the Perry family in a Celebration of Life honoring David on Sunday, July 30, 2017 from 12 – 3 PM in the Cetronia Fire Co. #1 social hall.  Light refreshments will be served.  Arrangements entrusted to STEPHENS FUNERAL HOME, INC.  Contributions: in lieu of flowers, to Cetronia Volunteer Fire Dept. Station #3, 3950 Broadway Allentown 18104.