John Henry Clay Perry Sr. Obituary
The passing of John Henry Clay Perry Sr. of Austin, Texas occurred on September 9, 2026. John Henry, born on December 10, 1934, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Maurice Perry and Rubie Perry; his brothers, Maurice Perry Jr. and Dave Perry (Judy Frances Perry); and his children, Rubie Lee Perry, Linda Frances Perry and John Henry Perry.
He is survived by: his children, Larry Gene Vaughn and Rhonda Kay Vega (Mark); and his grandchildren, Anthony James Thomas, Tamica Perry, Tracy Perry (Mike), Lloyd Thomas Jr. (Nicole), Regina Perry, Renee Wheeler, Walter Wheeler Jr., Shamica Wheeler, Tonya Perry, Amy Perry, John Perry, Cheri Perry, Patrick Shane Mugica, Briana Rose Vega, Teigan Raquel Vega, Mikaela Alessandra Vaughn, Jordan Nicole Vaughn and James Micheal Vaughn. He is also survived by great‑grandchildren, extended family.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the South Austin Baptist Church (8210 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78748).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Austin Humane Society, an organization Jake supported for decades.
