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Roy Perry 1935-2026

Roy Perry, age 90 of Newville, formerly of York Springs, passed away February 18, 2026 at Green Ridge Village, Newville.

Roy Perry
Roy Perry

He was born December 1, 1935 in Scranton to the late Anthony and Jean (Davis) Perry. Roy graduated from West Scranton in 1953.

Roy was a US Army veteran, was a sales rep for Stambaugh Auto Parts and was a charter member of Grace Bible Chapel. He was active and served in the church for over 40 years.

His hobbies were hunting, fishing, and playing golf.

He is survived by his daughters; Diana L. Cashman and husband, Seth of Lewisberry, Darlene L. Baral of Dillsburg and husband, Fred of York Springs and Debra L. Jennings and husband, Rick of Pfafftown, NC and grandchildren, Sharon L. Duncan and husband, Aaron, Jessica N. Baral, Caleb P. Baral and Anna R. Baral.

Roy was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Carol A. (Richards) Perry; siblings, Anthony Perry Jr., William Perry and Rose Durkin.

Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral & Cremation, Ltd., 111 S. Main Street, Bendersville.

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Grace Bible Chapel, 5575 Oxford Road, Gardners, PA 17324. Pastor James Depue will officiate the funeral.

A visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until time of service.

Roy will be laid to rest at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Adams County Allied Veterans.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Grace Bible Chapel or Green Ridge Village Benevolent Fund, 210 Big Spring Road, Newville, PA 17241.

To leave a condolence for the family, please visit the funeral home’s website.

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