Ms. Esther Iris Perry, 67, was born in Rocky Mount, NC to the late Buddy Baker and Miss Coral Lawton on August 5, 1953. She passed away on May 18, 2021 at WFBH High Point Medical Center. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Bill Lawton.

Esther was raised in High Point most of her life where she enjoyed her yard sales, babysitting, also spending time with her grandchildren. She was a people person, she never met a stranger. Everyone she encountered, she put a smile on their faces. She will truly be missed by many.

Surviving to cherish her precious memories are her sons, Shabazz Muhammad (Steve Perry) of Richmond, VA. and Edward Perry of High Point, NC; her grandchildren, Infinity, Aaliyah, Chemelle, Eternity, Marquis, Victoria, Jah’treese, Leslie, Elijah, Ty’Javion; one great grandson, Jace Murph; and a host of nieces, nephews; a good friend, Chester Diggs and a very special friend, Henry.

Funeral service will be held, Sunday, May 23, 2021 at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Ms. Perry may be viewed on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Services.