James H. Perry

James Henry Perry of LaSalle, Michigan was born on January 2, 1947, in Sandusky County, Ohio. He was one of 10 children born to the union of James Roy Perry and Margaret Bernadine (Batesole) Perry. His passing was preceded by his beloved wife, Carole Eppler, and his parents.
He is survived by his four children: Laura (Ludek) Perry, Bridget Perry, Roy (Liane) Perry, and Andrea (Fernando) Perry; four grandchildren: Tamara, Klara, Luca, and Quinn; nine siblings: Bill Perry, Carol Barb, Pat Perry, Martha Riester, Amy Perry, Mark Perry, Mike Perry, Doug Perry, and David Perry; and four stepchildren: Jennifer Tindall, David Eppler, Matthew Eppler, and Karl Eppler.
Jim graduated from Townsend High School in Vickery, Ohio. He was a state officer of the Future Farmers of America. He earned Bachelor and Master’s degrees from The Ohio State University. He was a member of the Alpha Gamma Sigma fraternity at OSU and was active in the association throughout his life. Jim started his career as a plant director with Peter Eckrich, then served as a human resources executive for Tru Green and Waste Management corporations.
Jim was an avid wood worker and fisherman. He restored antique Lyman wooden hull boats and loved to fish for walleye and perch in Lake Erie. He also maintained an active interest in agriculture, owning a farm in Sandusky County. He enjoyed traveling and attending concerts at the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. He was a lifelong Ohio State Buckeyes fan, and always enjoyed watching a ball game. He loved spending time with his family most of all.
A memorial service will be held at Auxter-Recker Funeral Home in Clyde, Ohio on April 4, 2026. Calling hours will be from 10am, with a memorial service immediately following at 12pm.
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