Ed Perry, a Vanceburg resident and former resident of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, was Teresa Lynn McGlone Perry’s beloved husband for 29 loving years.
Ed was born in Torrejón, Spain, on February 4, 1960. He entered his eternal rest at home on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at age 66, surrounded by love, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family who will miss him more than words can express.
In addition to his wife, Teresa, Ed is survived by his son, Adam Lee Perry; daughters, Rachel Marie Perry, Jamie Nichole Reams, Jessica Lynn Perry (Alex Brann), Jacquelyn Renee Perry, Jennifer McCann Haddix, and Cynthia Kaine; 19 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren, with a fourth on the way; and, of course, his granddog, Miller.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Ervin and Carol Perry.
Ed was the kind of man who never met a stranger. He loved people, loved to talk, and most of all, loved to laugh. If Ed was around, a story was likely being told, a joke was being made, or somebody was smiling.
He loved the water. Some of his happiest moments were the simplest: summers on Dale Hollow Lake, sitting on his back deck overlooking the Ohio River, and watching life go by.
Ed was also a hardworking man who took great pride in his career. He earned a degree in Business Management and spent much of his working life in automotive logistics. He genuinely loved his work and the people he worked alongside. His career let him do what came naturally: work with people, solve problems, and build relationships wherever he went.
Ed spent his life working and looking forward to the day he could slow down and enjoy the simple things. He didn’t need anything extravagant. He wanted time with the people he loved, a place by the water, a comfortable chair on the deck, and the freedom to watch the world, and the boats, go by.
But what made Ed truly special wasn’t where he lived, what he owned, or the work he did. It was the way he made people feel. He made people feel welcome, and his laughter and personality could fill a room.
His time here was far too short, and saying goodbye to him feels impossible. But Ed’s life cannot be measured only by the number of years he was here. It is measured in the people he loved, the laughter he shared, the stories he told, and the memories he left behind.
He will be loved, remembered, and missed every single day. Whenever the family looks out over the water and sees a boat making its way down the river, a little piece of Ed will always be there, right where he wanted to be.
A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Globe Family Funeral Chapel, 103 Dudley Avenue at Garrison.
Condolences may be sent at www.globefamilyfc.com.
