George Thomas “Tom” Perry, age 68, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Born in Gainesville, Georgia on December 12, 1957, Tom was the son of the late James Howard Perry and Rebecca Ann Brown Perry. He was a proud graduate of Habersham Central High School, Class of 1975. Following graduation, Tom served his country honorably in the United States Navy as a Machinist Mate 3rd Class. During his time in service, he was awarded the Sea Service Ribbon and the Navy Expeditionary Medal in recognition of his dedication and commitment.
After completing his military service, Tom continued his education and graduated from Piedmont College where he earned a Master’s Degree in History and Psychology. While attending college, he also played on the baseball team, combining his love of sports with his pursuit of learning.
Tom enjoyed a life filled with simple pleasures. In his spare time, he loved spending time outdoors hunting and working with his hands through woodworking. He was known for his quiet strength, his deep appreciation for nature, and the pride he took in caring for and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his great-grandson, Jasper Gallahan, and his niece, Courtney Cash.
Survivors include his loving wife of 15 years, Michelle Wilson Perry; daughters and son-in-law, Amanda Renee Weaver (Michael) and Kim Medlock; sister, Anne Perry Cash; grandchildren, Landon Weaver, Jared Edwards, Ava Daniel, Jessie Loudermilk, and Morgan Loudermilk; nephew, Kyle Cash and his family; along with other extended relatives and friends who will cherish his memory.
A memorial service to celebrate Tom’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home with Dr. Kenneth Franklin officiating. Full military honors will be provided by the Grant Reeves Honor Guard.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m. until the service hour on Tuesday.
An online guest registry is available for the Perry family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com.
McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706-778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.
