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In Memoriam

Michael A. Perry
1954-2024

MICHAEL A. PERRY
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ONEONTA—Michael A Perry, 69, of Oneonta, New York, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

Michael was born on December 16, 1954 to Eleanor and Lawrence Perry in Walton, New York. Michael graduated from Walton High School in 1973 and went on to earn a degree in education at SUNY Oneonta. He spent the majority of his career working in human services.

He was an avid cyclist, biking solo from New York to California in 1987, and the entire perimeter of the U.S. with his wife, Sara, in 1991. He was a racket sport enthusiast, spending his summers on the tennis and pickleball courts and winters on the racquetball court. He was a passionate musician, lover of the arts, theater, foreign and classic films, books, and science. He loved learning, discovering new places and experiences, being in nature, and spending time with his family.

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