Barbara J. Perry Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara J. Perry of Blackstone, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 23, 2026 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Floyd Highland and Imogene Highland (Lewis); and her in-laws, Nancy Highland, Kathleen Perry, Art, Faye Perry, Wayne and Alice Perry.
She is survived by: her husband Ivan Perry; her daughters, Julie Washko of Blackstone, Beth Madara (Scott) of Manville and Kathy Harris (Andy Mackinson) of Pontiac; her grandchildren, Darcy Johnson (Shaun), Sarah Parcher (Riley), Corey Harris (Liz) and Austin Harris (Taylor); her great grandchildren, Maddux, Matthew, Hunter, Hadley and Harper; her siblings, Douglas Highland of Cornell and Sandra Shay (Randy) of Pontiac; her siblings-in-law, Larry Perry of Streator and Gladys Perry of Streator; and her grandchildren, Deal, Starved Rock and Allen Park. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either the Woodland School or the Graymont Grade School for her great grandchildren's education.
