Mary Perry Obituary – Shillington, PA

Mary Jean Perry, 70, of Spring Township, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021. She was the beloved wife of Donald A. Perry, of Spring Township. Together they shared 48 wonderful years of marriage. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late David and Mary (Sheldon) Archibald. Mary graduated from Lock Haven University in 1973 with a bachelor’s degree in special education. She worked for several districts as a teacher for many years. Mary was a volunteer at the Sinking Spring Public Library. She was an avid reader, enjoyed sewing, baking, spending time with her grandchildren and visiting the Jersey Shore. Mary had a heart of gold, her gentle soul and warm kindness will be truly missed. In addition to her husband Donald A. Perry, she is survived by her daughter Karen M. Colello, wife of Jeremy Colello, of Wayne, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Lauren & Jacob; and brothers, David Archibald, Thomas Archibald and John Archibald. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Bean Funeral Homes 129 E. Lancaster Ave. Shillington, PA 19607 on Friday, November 12, 2021 at 2:00 PM. Amy S. Landis, Certified Celebrant, will perform. The family will receive relatives and friends between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Berks County Public Library System at https://www.berkslibraries.org/donate. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.