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Obituary For Mrs. Zelma Delilah Perry

Zelma Delilah Reid Perry, more affectionately known as “Dee,” was born March 7, 1946 at home on Kivett Drive in High Point, NC. She peacefully slipped into the loving arms of Jesus on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Novant Health Medical Center in Kernersville, NC. Dee was the daughter of the late Pinckney Alexander Reid and Zelma Marie White Reid. In addition to her parents, Dee was preceded in death by her beloved son, Robert Louis Perry in 2009.

Dee was a proud graduate of William Penn High School in High Point, NC, Class of 1964. Soon after graduation, she enlisted in the United States Navy. She received an honorable discharge in June of 1966, and later continued to work as a civil servant. Upon returning to North Carolina in 1978, Dee became an active member of Greater First United Baptist Church (GFUBC) on Deep River Road in High Point, formerly known as First United Baptist Church.

After leaving the corporate world and Prudential Life Insurance, Dee was a very caring Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Wesleyan Arms Nursing Home for many years, as well as a private-duty caretaker for many families in the area. She retired in 2010.

Zelma Delilah Reid Perry leaves to cherish her memory, two loving daughters, Dr. Ericka L. Reid of Raleigh, NC and Carol M. Perry of Greensboro, NC; two grandchildren, Jeffrey I. Thompson of Cary, NC and Angel M-L Perry of Jamestown, NC; one sister, Sandra D. Reid Henard of High Point, NC; a daughter-in-law, Angela Perry of Jamestown, NC; three nieces; a special uncle and aunt, Rev. Robert and Jeannie White of High Point, NC.

A private funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel. There will be No Public Viewing.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

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To the family and friends of Ms. Dee, I know that Our Heavenly Father will strengthen each one during this most difficult time. Psalms 23

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To the family of Mrs. Zelma Delilah Perry: I send my deepest sympathy and prayers for you all. Mrs. Dee was a fellow church member, a friend and a nice person. She always had an encouraging word and a wonderful hug and smile when I greeted her anytime I would see her. I will truly miss her. Rest in Heavenly Peace Mrs. Dee. with Love Cecilia

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This is to Toy and Carol, I would talk with my dear friend Dee periodically and we were always on the same page. We would support each even if we disagreed at any point we would be there for each other. I tried to contact her when she moved with you Toy but MaeFrances got the info to me too late from Ms. Cora. Im sorry that I didnt get a chance to say goodbye. I love her, Dee, a true friend. And I love you girls. I extend my prayers, condolences and pray for your strength. We will see her again. Be blessed and remember the legacy she left you all. Teresa Bennett (Tee)

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Condolences to the Reid and Perry family. Our prayers are with you., Lottie and James Hope

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Carol my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Vickie Chitwood

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Carol my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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Very sorry to hear about your mother, Ericka. Been thinking about you during this difficult time. ~John in Durham

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Soror Ericka, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. She was dear and sweet lady when we used to visit her during our college days. My prayers are with you and your family. Valerie Jones Green

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Dear Family and friends, we, the members of Hallelujah Baptist Church, share your loss and Mrs. Zelma Perry's claimed victory, as all who are in Christ Jesus our Lord,...well done my good and faithful servant!

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Carol - I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please know your RCC family is holding you close and keeping you in their thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. Lori Murphy

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Ericka, your loving care of your mom these years has been a gift to see. We hold you and your family in our prayers at this time of grief . Love to you all

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Carol, I am so sorry to her about your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thomas Knight

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Carol, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss. May God give you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Angie and Alana

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Carol, We are so sorry for your loss. We are sending lots of strength and love to you and your family. We love you! -Sam, Chandy, Dana, and Sarah.

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Carol. So sorry to hear of your loss. It sounds like your mother lived a life of service to others... what a great legacy! May God bring you comfort in your memories. Chris Smoot

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Carol and family......I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God will give you strength and courage during this most difficult time. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Cheryl Evans-RCC

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Sandra, I am deeply sorry about the passing of Delilah. I will always remember the good times that the three of us shared back in the day. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time. Love, Dennie Faye Russell Hill.

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Mere words cannot take away the pain and sorrow we are feeling, however, as a classmate [WILLIAM PENN 64] I want the family to know she was loved immensely and Delilah's memory will be cherished always. John & Josephine Davis

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My deepest sympathy to all of the family. I pray God gives you the strength you need at this difficult time. Love and prayers. Mary Brunson

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My sincere condolences to you and your family Barbara Hall

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Carol, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Lynne Dickerson-RCC

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🙏🏽🌷🙏🏽 Melanie Jones

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Soror Ericka, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, Ms. Dee. I remember her warm and loving sprite from when I was a child at Frist United. Just know you and the rest of your family are in my prayers. Brenda Franklin-Goode

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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