Charles Dean Louis "Dean" Perry

Perry, Charles Dean Louis "Dean", 86, of Springfield, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 7, 2020 surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Cincinnati on November 20, 1933 the son of Charles H. and Thelma (Kampe) Perry. He retired from Navistar after 35 years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Survivors include his five children, Charles "Jerry" (Mary) Perry, Kim (David) Landers, Todd (Amy) Perry, Teka (Jim) Hoberty and Jon-T Perry; sister, Margaret Wesner; 16 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren and one great great grandson. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jerry Perry, Sr.; four children, Craig Perry, James (Jaze) Perry, Curtis Perry and Tracy Perry. Dean was a wonderful father, grandfather and great grandfather. He spent his retirement enhancing the lives of his grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandson. He found joy in the simple things, nature and family. He was a fisherman who enjoyed fishing for catfish using his L90 fish hook that he guaranteed would catch fish. We will remember the stories from his childhood, including meeting Einstein and Oppenheimer. He will be missed, but the love he gave us will live with us forever. Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by CONROY FUNERAL HOME.