Carolyn Perry Obituary in Fuquay-Varina at Trice Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Carolyn Perry

Carolyn Ruth Arnold Perry was born on June 12, 1946, in Cleveland, OH to the late Artis Arnold and Jessie Mae Thompson Arnold. She departed this life on Monday, September 2, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. Carolyn was preceded in death by her brother, Otis Arnold. We are grateful to have been in her life and rejoice in knowing she is now with her Heavenly Father.

Carolyn attended the public schools of Cleveland and graduated from Glenville High School in 1964. She had a natural passion for learning and valued having a great education. She matriculated to Cuyahoga Community College and graduated with an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics from Howard University and a Master's Degree in Special Education from North Carolina Central University.

Carolyn joined Bethany Baptist Church in Cleveland, OH, at an early age, remaining a reverent member into adulthood. Upon moving to North Carolina, she became a faithful member of the First Congregational Church in Raleigh, NC, and studied diligently the Word of God at Bible Study Fellowship (BSF).

Carolyn was united in Holy Matrimony to Cary M. Perry on June 22, 1974, and remained married until her death, for 50 years. To this union one daughter was born: Jessica Leigh (or Sessy affectionately called by her mother).

Carolyn fiercely believed that all children should receive and education regardless of their background. She devoted her time and talents to teaching her beloved students whom she cherished deeply. Her career in education lasted over 41 years, starting as a teacher with Hanna Perkins Center for Child Development (Cleveland, OH) Wake County Public School System, and as an Education Consultant with the Department of Public Instruction of North Carolina.

Carolyn has a beautiful and kind heart that showed in everything she did. She was loyal, respected, and very dedicated to those she loved and befriended. She was tremendously active within her community as a member of the Senior Choir, the Lend-A-Hand Fellowship ministries, as well as serving as a Girl Scout Troop Leader and devoted member of Las Amigas Incorporated. She served with a guiding smile, song, prayer, and hearty wisdom filled conversation with her Sunday School and Vacation Bible School students. She always shared a joke to make all she assisted feel at ease and safe. She also assisted seniors and the Sick and Shut-In residents of Wake County.

Her life and legacy will live on through her loving and committed husband Cary; beloved daughter Jesi (Raleigh, NC); siblings Avis Arnold and Artis Arnold Jr. (Cleveland, OH); sisters-in-law Barbara P. Rivers (Knightdale, NC); and Linda R Arnold (Maple Heights, OH); brother-in-law Lee A. Perry (Silver Spring, MD). She also leaves to mourn a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, colleagues, and students.

Visitation: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at First Congregational Church in Raleigh, NC.

Memorial service will be held 12:00 pm on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at First Congregational Church, 2410 Creech Road in Raleigh, NC 27610.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to First Congregational Church scholarship fund 2410 Creech Rd in Raleigh, NC 27610

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Remember carolyns love for you will always be with you,unseen, unheard, but always there. Our prayers are with you and Jessica Love nae nae bka buba

To Cary, Jessica & Family. My love and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. may you find peace and comfort in the Lord. Long Time friend. Jean Anderson

Condolences to the Perry family. Robert Holden Class of '67

Prayers For The Family. Emma McKoy

Haywood Funeral Home Family and Staff

Earth holds no sorry that heaven cannot heal.may you find peace and comfort in the Lord .Elder Carl and Hilda crews

Earth holds no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.may you find peace and comfort in the Lord

To Cary, Jessica and the Arnold Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. May the memories you all share give you the strength to get you through this painful process. May God Bless you all. The Majors Family-Cleveland, Ohio

Roberta Burton Norris

Mildred Evans Keith sends her sympathy and share your sorrow in the passing of Carolyn. May her soul rest in Heavenly peace.

To Cary Perry and family, My love and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Carolyn will be missed by all who knew her very well; Now, she is certainly resting peacefully in God's arms. May God bless and keep you always. Your old classmate and friend, Marjorie Peoples Brown

Carolyn Arnold Perry leaves a remarkable legacy in our family. A woman of faith, she touched many lives with encouraging words and acts of kindness. As we celebrate her life, let us hold dear loving memories knowing that she will live in our hearts forever. We are so proud and truly blessed to have had Carolyn in our lives. Cary and Jessica, you are in our prayers. Love always, from the Arnold Families of Cleveland Ohio

Cary and Jessica, I cannot imagine the depth of your sorrow in the loss of your wife and mother. Carolyn was a wonderful person and in our younger years we shared some beautiful memories. Jessica, I celebrated with your mom when she discovered she was pregnant with you. She was so proud of you. I grieve with you, but know this is not the end, we'll see her again 🙏🏽🙏🏽

Mr. Cary Perry my sincerest and deepest condolences to you and your family. May God comfort and strengthen you as a family.

Prayers that you find comfort in fond memories, strength in the support of those who care, hope in each new day, and peace in the promises of God. Charles M. and Joyce Crews Hodge

Deepest sympathies to the Perry Family.
Carolyn gave her very best to and for her NRE CCR Special Education students.
The Work She's Done and the service gave spoke for her.
Carolyn now rest in eternal peace with the Heavenly Father.

Condolences to Mr. Cary Perry and Miss Jessica Perry in the passing of your loved one. God will take care of you during this time of grief, Minister Bessie Bukhay

My sincere condolences to Jessica and the Perry family. Jacqwanda Wilson (Student of North Ridge Elementary)

To Jessica and the Perry Family I am sorry for the loss of your mother Jessica. I enjoyed working with your mother at North Ridge School. She was such fun to work with. You may not remember me but your mother would have me to pick you up from Millbrook High when I picked up my daughter Jacqwanda to bring you back to North Ridge. I am praying for you and your family. Prince Wilson

May God comfort and hold you in the palm of his hand in this season. Hilda Crews McCullers

Sincere condolences to the Perry Family. Carolyn loved her children at NRE back in the day and did all she could for their Special Education success.

Belinda Allen-Rice

Heartfelt sympathy to the Perry family

Sympathy condolences to the Perry family.

Heartfelt condolences to the Perry Family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

You will always loved and remembered. Kristen

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The Rodgers family extends our sincere sympathy. The Perry family is in our thoughts and prayers. May cherished memories bring you comfort, moments of peace and memories of joy during this difficult time. Your cousins Millard, Linda, Brandy and Ginger.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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