William Perry

William Wyatt Perry of Cape Girardeau died Monday, March 16, 2020. He was 26.

Wyatt was born in Cape Girardeau on Dec. 29, 1993.

He was raised in Jackson and graduated from Jackson High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps, receiving an honorable discharge.

Wyatt was the baby of the family and with that came the privilege of having many nicknames. He was lovingly known as "Wyatt Earp," "Gah-wy," "Prince Harry" and "Bjorn Ironsides." Though a man of many names, he was also a man of few words. He was kind, compassionate and had an amazing smile and laugh. He was serious and silly, and children adored him. He was always the "cool" uncle. His joy in life was spending time with his family and riding his Harley. His leading lady was his Australian shepherd, Hot Mess Bess.

Wyatt is lovingly survived by his parents, John and Dee Perry; grandmother, Fern "Maw" Douglas; brothers, Drew and John David Perry; and sister, Laurie (Rocky) Everett, all of Cape Girardeau. He also leaves behind his nieces and nephews -- Madison and Gavin Perry, Fletcher Everett and Ashlynn Perry -- as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. He wi1l be greatly missed by all.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, D.L. "Paw" Douglas Jr., William G. Perry and Lucille Perry.

Memorial visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time Saturday at McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson.

Memorial service will follow at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

In memory of Wyatt and in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3838, 1049 N. Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701.