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Mike Bowen posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2015
I just learned yesterday of Coach Perry's passing, sad news indeed. While much time has passed since I last saw him, I still remember things that he said or did today. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. His talent to teach both in the classroom and on the athletic stage were unmatched. The life lessons I learned from Coach are still adhered to today in my life.
My deepest sympathy's and prayers go to the family. Thank you for sharing him with us.
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Thursday, October 8, 2015
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Jim Brown posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2015
My heartfelt sympathies to the family. He was a great teacher. He would crack me up in class because he always knew if you were chewing gum, even if you hid it.
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Garry & Wendy Nash posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Mr. Perry was a great teacher at Spencer-Van Etten. He truly cared about us kids.
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Judy Murray posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. I was in Mr. Perry's history class (I graduated SVE in 1985). Mr. Perry was one of those teachers that made an impression on my life and for this I am eternally grateful. It was with great sadness that I learned of his passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with him and your family.
Judy Murray
Wells River, VT
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Toby Stein posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Rest easy, Coach Perry. Prayers and condolences to the family.
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Jennifer (Harvey) Catli posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
To the Family of Mr. Perry, thank you for sharing such a great man with the students of the S-VE school district. Such fond memories of great teacher, coach and mentor. He was as a gracious human being and his presence at school is what it mean to have "Panther Pride". Take comfort in knowing he was admired by so many!
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Robert L. Johnson Van Etten, NY posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Bill Perry was my history teacher and football coach. I always knew him as "Mr. Perry" and remember him as a great teacher and "old school" football coach who taught me and many others life lessons we carry with us to this day. Mr. Perry was a kind man who treated everyone fairly, and cared deeply for all his students and athletes. As I recall, he started the wrestling program at Spencer Central School, and was a devoted coach who wanted to win, but, more importantly, wanted his wrestlers to realize that nothing is achieved without hard work. He tried to recruit me to his wrestling team, but I liked basketball better, and remember finishing basketball practice and seeing the wrestlers still toiling away as we headed for the locker rooms. He was a fine man and will be missed.
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Dick Eddy posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Having graduated from SVE high school forty some years ago, memories of past teachers, classes and activities have slowly faded away, yet Mr. Perry's teachings in the wrestling room remain clear; for that is where I learned how to succeed. Through wrestling, Coach Perry taught many valuable lessons: the importance of mastering fundamentals, that practive makes perfect, the rewards of hard work and discipline, goal setting, and the courage to step out of one's comfort zone. These lessons carry over to academics, business and many of life's pursuits. I remember Coach Perry as a patient and even tempered man; always encouraging - win or lose, setting high yet achievable goals, and making every effort that we all reach our goals. I thank him for starting the wrestling program at SVE, taking me under his wing, and being the most influential person in my early development. I grieve for his loss, yet rejoice that his spirit lives on.
Richard Eddy
Spencer Van Etten HIgh School - Class of 1973
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Paul Zoltowski posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Bill was a truly kind spirit who loved his work and most of all his students. He was a delight to have in our school and he made everyone better for his being there. Always calm, always peaceful
and quick to laugh or find the positive side to life. We could stand to have a lot more of him in our world, a truly gentle
soul.
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Mike Guiles posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
My personal condolences to May, Tracy and Beth & their families. I have nothing but fond memories of the "gentle giant", sitting in the back yard tipping few and solving the world's problems. The good man will be greatly missed. May you rest in peace Bill.
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Paul McCabe posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Sending condolences to the Perry family, and remembering fondly the years when Bill coached at Sayre with my Dad, Tom McCabe. Best Wishes, Paul McCabe
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Allen (Blue) Fulkerson posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Rest in peace Mr. Perry. One of my greatest coaches and teachers. You will be missed
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Tuesday, October 6, 2015
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Tuesday, October 6, 2015
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So sad to hear. Mr Perry was a true mentor and a great teacher in the 80's at SVE. He will be truly missed by many. May He RIP and my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Eric Langstedt posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
My condolences to his family. Mr. Perry was a great teacher and coach who will be missed.
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Ray Cobb posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Bill was a longtime and great friend who will be missed. Patty and I would like to send our condolences to the family.
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Rick Green posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
You touched many, many lives Coach Perry! Go home you good and faithful servant! RIP, Coach
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Jeff Northrup posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
My condolences to the family. Coach Perry was a great guy. I hadn't seen him since my Sayre High wrestling days in the mid-70's but I've remembered him with respect.
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Bob Eddy posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
I am so sad to hear of Coach Perry's passing. I consider him a major influence on my life. As an S-VE wrestler, I count myself extremely lucky to have had him as a coach, teacher, and administrator. I am very thankful that Coach Perry took the time and interest to come to our home and ask my dad if he would allow his boys to go out for wrestling. Coach Perry's masterful coaching and encouragement put S-VE wrestling on the Section IV map. In the process, he was a positive force in my life as well as my brothers and I'm sure hundreds of other young men that he coached during his amazing life.
I don't know what to say other than "Thanks Coach". Your spirit will live on through the countless people you have influenced. I hope your wife, daughters and family will be comforted in knowing you made a difference!
Sincerely,
Bob Eddy
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Pat posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
May&family, So sorry for your loss. Many memories of sharing wisdom with you and Bill over a coffee at your kitchen table. He will be missed.
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Tuesday, October 6, 2015
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John Welch posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Coach Perry was the best and a lot of my most positive memories from school revolve around the wrestling team (Sayre Class of 1977). He provided guidance and support on and off the mats. I was fortunate to sit with him in 2010 and reminisce as he was in for rehab in Waverly, a coincidence because my Dad was in the same facility. He was still a bright soul and he will be missed.
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Karen Kumpula Woolever posted a condolence
Monday, October 5, 2015
Mr. Perry was my teacher at Spencer Van Etten High School back in 1968. He was a great teacher and if my memory serves me right he was also coaching the football team. Rest in peace Mr. Perry, you were a great teacher and true leader. God rest your soul. Condolences to the family.
Karen Kumpula Woolever
Class of 1969
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William A Marshall posted a condolence
Monday, October 5, 2015
From a former student and athlete at Spencer Van Etten Jr. Sr. High. Mr./Coach Perry was one which I admired and respected. My sincerest condolences on your loss.
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Denise Stone posted a condolence
Monday, October 5, 2015
You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. It was a true blessing having you as a teacher back in the late 80's in S-VE...
May your family find comfort and peace in this time of saddnes...
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