Perry Jefferson Whitman

June 24, 1956 - June 28, 2013
Perry Jefferson Whitman

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Perry Jefferson Whitman, III, 57, of Rocky Point, NC was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, June 28, 2013.

Perry, also known as Jeff, was born in Trenton, NJ on June 24, 1956 to his loving parents Perry, Jr. and Sandra Whitman.

Jeff married his beloved wife, Ellen Preo Whitman on December 14, 1996.
Jeff was a dedicated employee of International Paper in Riegelwood, NC, for 37 years.

All who knew Jeff, know of his great love of family and friends; his loving, caring ways, and ability to always be ready to lend a helping hand.
Jeff’s love of his horses and riding helped to earn him the nickname of Snowy River. Jeff was also an avid Harley Davidson rider. He especially enjoyed time spent with his “Harley family”. Jeff will always be remembered for his love of cooking, “special sauce”, and pig pick in’s.

Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Ellen and daughters April, Michelle, Lauren, and son-in-law, Barry. He was blessed with 5 loving grandchildren, Milia Boling, Alex Hall, Keith Antrican, Liam Hall, and Sadie Hall. Jeff is also survived by his parents, Perry and Sandra Whitman, brothers David and Dennis Whitman, sister Theresa Nabours (Clint); along with sisters in law Maryanne Jarrell (Donald), Jeanne Preo (Bill Kramer), Susan Northrop (James), brother in law Bill Preo (Kathy) and in-laws George and Barbara Preo. He will be greatly missed by his many adoring nieces and nephews as well as his many cousins.

The family will receive friends for a celebration of Jeff’s life on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Wilmington Funeral and Cremation.

The family would like to thank everyone for their love and support.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation,1414 Physicians Dr. Wilmington, NC 28412

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.791.9099


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  • June 30, 2013
    Cindy Duncan says:
    Ellen, I have always thought of you and Jeff as a member of our family. Jeff was like a brother to Bill. He was a great friend and will be missed. You and the family will be in my prayers.

  • June 30, 2013
    Linda Gniadek says:
    Memories....I have many ...and they were all good. Growing up and spending time with you, we were the lucky ones to have known you then. To your Family I am so very sorry for your Loss. Jeff may be gone, but he will always live in your Heart and Memories... God bless you all.

  • July 01, 2013
    Myrle Carr says:
    Perry and Sandy I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Myrle Carr

  • June 30, 2013
    Wanda Gurganus Dick says:
    Sorry to hear of your loss. Jeff will surely be missed by all who knew him. It was fun growing up with him on Whitman Ave. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.

  • June 29, 2013
    Greg Parker says:
    Ellen, please know that Jeff will be missed by his co-workers and many friends. He was always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. It is a pleasure to know that he gave his life to the Lord and accepted Jesus as his personal Savior. Fellow Christians will be with him again.