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James "Jim" Joseph Perryman, Age: 67
Feb 18, 1955 - Jan 18, 2023

James (Jim) Joseph Perryman Jr., loving husband, father, and friend, unexpectedly passed away following complications from heart surgery at the age of 67 in the presence of loved ones on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 in Liberty, Missouri.

 

Jim was born on February 18, 1955 to James and Delores (Dee) Perryman in Kansas City, Missouri. He completed his primary education at Christ the King Catholic School before graduating from Bishop Ward High School as a member of the class of 1973.

 

After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the Navy and served on the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt (CVB/CVA/CV-42) aircraft carrier assigned to the Atlantic Fleet and homeported in Mayport, Florida.  He was part of the flight deck crew responsible for working with the arresting gear to assist aircrafts decelerate and land.   As part of his service, Jim was fortunate to see the world at an early age, and travel would be one of his lifelong passions.

 

When his service concluded, Jim joined the private sector and went to work for General Motors.  He contributed more than 30 productive years successfully working in various roles at GM until his well-earned retirement in October 2011.

 

Family was everything to Jim, and retirement enabled him to spend more time with the love of his life, Karre (Kraxner) Perryman, whom he married on September 20, 1986, and with whom he raised two daughters, Lauren and Lindsey. 

 

Jim was in constant service to his family. When he wasn’t collecting the constantly falling walnuts in the yard, he might be in the garage ensuring Lindsey’s car had a properly functioning front wheel.  While he may have worked hard, he played hard too.  Jim enjoyed serenading his daughters with Brown Eyed Girl, exchanging recipes for a delicious new dinner dish, and spending time planning many family vacations.

 

Jim was adventurous and his travels took him and Karre to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Europe.  He also made an annual excursion to Las Vegas with friends that included plenty of pool time as well as shows such as Beatles Love at Cirque du Soleil.  However, Jim didn’t need to leave home to see the iconic 1964 Beatles concert in Kansas City at Municipal Stadium.

 

Sports also played a prominent role in Jim’s life.  He held season tickets to the Chiefs for a number of years, and every home game meant bonding with friends while tailgating at Arrowhead Stadium.  When he no longer held tickets, he and his friends had a tradition of gathering to cheer on the Chiefs at a local establishment. He was also fortunate to attend such iconic sporting events as the World Series and the Indianapolis 500.  He enjoyed golfing and even spent time as a golf course martial in retirement. 

 

Whether his team won or lost was irrelevant.  The most important thing was gathering with family and friends to create memories. 

 

Jim is survived by his wife, Karre Perryman; his daughters, Lauren (Kyle) Fowler, Lindsey Perryman, and Lisa Blevins; and his sister, Pamela S. Lawrence.   He was predeceased by his parents, James and Dee Perryman.

 

Family and friends are invited to a funeral mass on Monday, January 30, at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, located at 309 S. Stewart Rd., Liberty, MO 64068.  A visitation will precede mass from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., and a luncheon will follow mass.  

 

All those who loved Jim are encouraged to honor his legacy by living life to the fullest and creating more memories.

 

In lieu of flowers, and in recognition of Jim’s soft spot for our vulnerable pet friends, please consider a gift in his name to Reno Ranch Rescue

(https://www.renoranch.org), a nonprofit animal rescue service providing assistance and advocacy for pets who are in danger.

 
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Location:
St. James Catholic Church
Address:
309 South Stewart Road
City:
Liberty
State:
Missouri
Zip Code:
64068
Date of Service:
Jan 30, 2023
Time of Service:
9:00 AM
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Memorial Mass
Location:
St. James Catholic Church
Address:
309 South Stewart Road
City:
Liberty
State:
Missouri
Zip Code:
64068
Date of Service:
Jan 30, 2023
Time of Service:
10:00 AM
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No Additional Information Added
Google Map:
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Condolences

Marie Mahan Jan 24, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

Sending love, prayers and light to all the family. Wishing comforting memories to keep you hearts full ❤️Marie

Bridget Holton Jan 24, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Karre so very sorry for the loss of Jim. You have a beautiful family and hope you have many wonderful memories to hold onto. You, your daughters, and family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Stanley Clark Jan 24, 2023

Friend ,Lee Summit ,Missouri

My deepest condolences to the family My friend and work buddy and team mate.

Joyce Foreman Jan 24, 2023

Coworker at General Motors ,Kansas ,Kansas

I give my condolences for the loss of a good friend a fun person who l had the pleasure working with may God keep 🙏 his arms around the Perryman family as they go through there loss just remember you'll will meet again and just remember the good times you'll had with a good man l will keep you'll in my prayers 🙏 ❤️ in Jesus name amen. Be blessed.

William G. Breitenstein Jan 24, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Condolences to Jim's Family.

Loretta Irving Jan 24, 2023

Friend ,Luther ,Oklahoma

I transferred from General Motors in Oklahoma to Fairfax. One of the first people I met in the Paint Department was Jim. He was always kind and helpful. Not only at work but he showed us places to eat and hang out after work. I am very thankful I had the opportunity to meet him. So sorry for your loss. I will keep his family in my prayers💕💕

steve johnson Jan 24, 2023

Very Close Friend/Neighbor ,Liberty ,Missouri

Karre,Lauren,Lindsay I am so sad, I know you are as well. I feel blindsided by news that came to soon. Jim had more to do, and if I know him, he will get it done! Your words are kind and considerate, as Jim is. Thanks for sharing Jim with me. We shared many wonderful times together, and I appreciate everyone of those memories. They will forever be with me, and I know Jim will remember them too. Please do not be strangers, we may be an arms length away, however we care for each of you. Bless your family, as difficult as it may be, find a smile to fill your face, as Jim continues to watch over us! As many of my friends became friends of Jim’s, they all wish you well, and we offer our prayers to comfort you. I cannot say goodbye to Jim, only so long till we meet again. Love, Steve

Diane Boddington Jan 24, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

Prayers for comfort and strength are being said for you and the girls. He loved his family dearly. Jim always had such an excitement for the love of life and living it. He’ll be missed by many.

David Robertson Jan 25, 2023

Friend ,Liberty ,Missouri

Thoughts and prayers for Jim's family. Jim was my co-worker and team leader at General motors. Jim was easy going and always had something funny to say. We played golf together several times, and Jim got me a Marshall job with him at Shoal Creek golf course when I retired. Jim was a lot of things, but most important, Jim was my Friend. I will miss him.

Rick and Dolores Dowdy Jan 25, 2023

Cousin ,Albuquerque ,New Mexico

So sorry to hear Jim has passed. We had a lot of great times together when we were young. He will truly be missed and will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

Charles Tackett Jan 26, 2023

I am so very sorry to hear about my fellow high school classmate. May he rest in peace. My prayers go out to you all.

Deborah Deery Jan 26, 2023

Friend ,Roach ,Missouri

My heart goes out to Karre and her daughters and Pam for the loss of their husband,father,and brother. Jim loved his family and spoke of them lovingly whenever I saw him. We were all blessed to have known such calm, laid back,easy going, gentleman. He never got angry and always managed to say the right thing. Jim lived life to the fullest. He will be missed. Know that Ron and I are thinking of you, remembering you and Jim in our prayers.

Debra Woods Jan 26, 2023

Friends/ Coworkers ,OverlandPark ,Kansas

I knew Jim from General Motors I work with him he was an awesome person I loved him he was laid back if you didn't really know him but when you got to know him he was an awesome person funny crazy he had you laughing like crazy when you got to know him my heart and my prayers go out to the family I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one a wonderful person

Kellie Kraxner Long Jan 27, 2023

Sister in law ,Liberty ,Missouri

My love and sympathy to all of Jim’s family and friends. I’ve known Jim most of my life and he was kind, fun loving and would do anything for anyone that asked. I know we will see you again and until then please watch over us like you did on earth. Love you Jim!❤️🙏🏻

Brad Sears Jan 28, 2023

Friend ,Kansas city ,Missouri

What a shock this was Jim never met a stranger. I worked with him for years . Had the pleasure of going on a couple of cruises with Jim and his wife and Jim Wolf his wife me and my wife Jim was very knowledgeable about cruises we had a lot of fun Im sad to see him go all prayers go to his family I know he’s in a better place

Annette Hagen Jan 28, 2023

Karre and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Jimmy Joe was always such a kind person and always had a smile on his face. He never missed a chance to get together with family. He was loved very much. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.🙏