Ronald Perry Obituary

Sallie & family- On behalf of all at Pet Helpers Animal Rescue Shelter
please accept our and my deepest sympathy in the loss of your incredible husband. I had the good forture to meet occassionally with
"Chief Roddy" to talk about animal welfare issues on the MP side of town; we often went on to talk about the animals we were involved with including you (with great pride and love), the horses, and other pets you have . I looked at pictures in his office. I last saw the Chief at a MT animal neglect hearing in court about 6 months ago; he said he was well and looked good. What positive attitude he had. I am just so so sorry for this too soon of a loss, certainly to you and the community as well. May God Bless and help you during this most difficult and painful time.
Sincerely,

Sallie, Rhonda & Children I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Roddy like he was my own because his mom and I were together so much. I know she was so proud of him and so were we. He was a fine person and nephew. Please let us hear from you.

Sally.
I don't know if you remember me but I met you the first time Roddy was in the hospital. He had such a good attitude about his illness and was going to other places seeking help. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. All of us have lost a good friend.I will remember you and your family in my prayers.
Monica Lacey (Charleston, S.C.)

Sallie, I am so sorry to hear about Roddy. I know how hard this is for you. I haven't talked to you in so long but think of you often. I'm sorry I never got to meet him but always knew how wonderful he was because you loved him so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sally, Rhonda and your special families: I feel blessed to know you all and especially blessed to have had Roddy as my friend. My "short notice" lunch visits with Roddy in recent years were special to me. I will always cherish the memories. We will all miss him.

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Chief Perry. I knew him as Major Perry when I worked for MPPD from 1988-1993. He was a man that I respected greatly. One of the finest Officers that I know and will never forget. God Bless.

Sallie, we are so saddened by your loss, your husband was a very special man. Will always remember him at the football games for the boys. If you need anything, please contact me.

Sallie, Rhonda and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Though it has been many years, you never forget your classmates. Roddy was a great person and I know he will surely be missed. May God bless you now and forever. With sympathy.
Lynn Postell & family

To Rhonda and Sallie my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I knew the Perry Family for many many years as they provided goods and services throught their business establishment called Perry Store on Edisto Island. The Perry's were good to everyone in the community and Roddy will be missed.

Sallie, Rhonda and Kim,
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this sad time. Roddy was truly one of a kind. He was loved and admired by many and he will be greatly missed.

Sallie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. Throughout my time at MPPD, I always had the utmost respect and admiration for Chief Perry. He was a great law enforcement mentor and someone you could always count on in times of need. His legacy will live on through the lives he touched along the way. God Bless!

Robert E. Mullen
Naples, Italy

It has been several years since I saw Roddy, but I kept up with him through mutual friends and co-workers. I served with him on the Charleston County Police Department, and I had a lot of respect for him, both as a co-worker and a friend. Rest in peace my friend. My deepest sympathy to the Perry Family.

Rhonda,
Thinking of you. We are sorry for your loss. May peace be with you and all the family.

Our prayers are with the Perry family duirng this time of sorrow. Rhonda, may God continue to bless you and give your strength as you go from day to day. Know that Roddy is in a better place where there is no more sickness or pain.

Many years have passed since the "Old Perry Store", St. Paul's High School and close friends. However, those memories are vividly strong for many Edistonians whether they're living on Edisto Island or Edisto Beach any longer. If ever Edisto gets in your soul, it remains close to your heart forever. Roddy & I would cross paths occasionally. Once at a municipal meeting I teased him about the profession he had chosen. Of course he returned the tease because I also am in public service. To all of his family, you are deep in my thoughts. To Sallie and Rhonda, we're weeping with you today and look forward to seeing you at peace of heart soon.

Dear Sally,
Carol and I want to express our deepest sympathy. Roddy was one of the real friends I made when on Town Council (1998-2002). I always appreciated his counsel and friendship. We will miss him but always think fondly of him.
Best to you and the whole family.

Ted & Carol Power

MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.
DOUG HESTER-RETIRED NCPD

To the Perry Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time. God's garden is truly a brighter place now. I had not seen Roddy for sometime but I knew that if I had needed something he would have done everything in his power to help because that was his way. I met Roddy back when he and my late husband (Steve Hiott) and he served together on the Charleston County Police. Roddy was Steve's Road Sgt. when Steve was killed in the line of duty in October 1982. Roddy was put back in the Detective Office to coordinate the investigation. I will never forget the long hours that he and Paul Hwakins put in on the case and then every day of the two trials that were forcoming, Roddy would pick me up at my home and take me to the Courthouse downtown. He sat with me and my family each and every day and made sure that we felt safe and he did whatever he could to make a bad situation a little easier for us. I only wish that I could do the same for his family now. Just take comfort in knowing that Roddy touched many lives during his time here and our community is a better place because he chose to serve. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you.
May God Bless and Comfort you and Roddy's police family now.
Pam Meade

Roddy was truly one of the good guys that always wore the white hat. He will be missed.

Dear Sally and family:
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived!! Roddy was a man of truth and integrity! I certainly learned a whole lot about life and law-enforcement while working side-by-side with him in Mount Pleasant. My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of bereavement.
Please accept my heart-felt sorrow.
Sincerely,

Darrell L. Frasier (former Mount Pleasant Police Inspector)

Sallie and family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.

SALLIE AND RHONDA, MY HEART ACHES FOR YOUR LOSS. SO MANY OF US CAN SHARE YOUR PAIN BUT I ALSO SHARE THE MEMORIES OF EDISTO DAYS. I TAKE MUCH COMFORT IN THOSE MEMORIES AND HOPE YOU CAN AS WELL.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As an Honorary Member of Omar Shrine Center, Roddey will always be remembered as one who brought Honor to Omar.

I am so sorry to hear of Roddy's passing. I attended high school with him and kept up with his career through all of his many accomplishments. I'm sure he will be greatly missed but am glad he is no longer suffering.

Sallie & family, I am sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.

Sally and Family
I am so sorry to learn of Roddy's passing. When Roddy came by Roddy's Barber shop they would have a good time talking about their adventure's!
This is such a very difficult time. I wanted to let you know the family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I truly understand what you are going through -
Love and prayers
Janice Williams

Sallie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

It was a time when law enforcement and "the press" did not get along, but after some mutual testing, Roddy and I forged a working relationship based on trust. We spent many hours in his cruiser or office, talking off-record about one case or another. He gave me a good lead every now in then, in return for having played "the game" straight, that being the contest to inform the public versus the development of investigative information. He knew I respected his efforts, and I believe he came to respect mine.
A few years later our daughters played volleyball for different schools, and I would see him at tournaments. Same old Roddy - friendly and witty. Those were good days back then, at CCPD and MPPD, and I will always respect the professionalism Roddy displayed at every turn.
Lord, a good one has come home.

Mr.Chief Ronald Perry You will be missed.God bless you.You are the best chief Mt.pleasant had & Memories.Your in a better place with god.

Sallie & Family --

My thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this stressful time. I first met Roddy during his county days -- he was very devoted to law enforcement and will be greatly missed. My brother, Coleman, always thought highly of his leadership resulting in the many years they worked together.

LOGAN, SORRY TO HERE ABOUT YOUR DAD! i LOVE YOU!

I met Roddy in 1970 at the store on Edisto. He was a great asset to the community and helped with the health clinic --- now Sea Island. We had many contacts over the years and it was always a positive experience. The world needs more Roddy's! Rhonda, my thoughts are especially with you since I don't know the other family members.

Sallie,

I am so sorry for your loss, but I hope that you can take some comfort in knowing that Roddy is now at peace and no longer suffering. He was a wonderful man and a true leader in the law enforcement community. Coleman always spoke highly of him and cared for him like a brother. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. If there is anything I can do for you, please do not hesitate to contact me. I do understand what you are going through. God Bless.

Roddy and I were involved in several cases together over the years. He was a great guy and a credit to his profession. We will all miss his personality and service to our community.

Sallie,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Roddy and I were friends since the "old" Charleston County Police Department days. He was truly a southern gentleman, close friend, and an outstanding police officer. I fondly remember his congratulatory phone call to me when I was appointed Chief in Summerville. The law enforcement community has lost a super comrade and ally. God’s help and time will help ease the pain of his passing.

Roddy and I worked for his very patient Dad at the store during the summer of our teenage years. I remember all of our fun times and kept up with him thru my friend kruger smith . Sympathy to your family JOE GOODMAN

Roddy was one of the finest police officers that I will ever know. Our prayers are with the family.

Sallie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chief Perry will be sadly missed by all.

Employees in the Public Services Dept - Town of Mount Pleasant

Sally, please know that I am truly sorry for your lost. Chief Perry was a great man, so I know that your lost is great. However, God heals all wounds, just go to Him in prayer and know also that I am praying for you and your children. (Lorie)

I knew Roddy years ago when he worked with CCPD. He was a good friend to everyone. You will be in our prayers.