James A. Perry, age 77, formerly of Wellsboro, PA and Anchorage, AK, died on Monday, March 10, 2025.

He was born on October 4, 1947, in Jersey Shore, PA., a son of the late Theodore and Florence (Simpson) Perry and was the husband of the late Osun Perry. James was a proud Vietnam veteran, having served 2 tours.  He retired from the US Army after 22 years of service and made his home in Alaska.  His favorite pastime was fishing for Salmon and / or Trout or deep-sea fishing for Halibut.  When he was not fishing, you could find him smoking and canning his catch.  He was an avid cook and enjoyed sharing and spending time with family and friends. 

He is survived by a son: Jay Perry of CO, daughters: Brenda Taylor of Altoona, PA, Nicole Chapman of AK, brothers: Robert (Connie) Perry of Milesburg, PA, Theodore (Pat) Perry of Mainesburg, PA, sisters: Dixie McCarthy of Liberty, PA, Dr. Patsy Perry of Tempe, AZ, Karen Perry of Julian, PA, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Viewing will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 9 to 11 am at the Carleton Funeral

Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 am. Interment with Military Honors, will be in the Slate Run Baptist Cemetery, Slate Run, PA.