Ms. Mary Frances Perry was born on Dec. 21, 1937 in Covington.

She was a member of East Point Church of Christ and remained faithful to God throughout her life. Mary is a graduate of Morris Brown College and attained her master’s degree at Atlanta University. She began a distinguished teaching career at Washington Street School in Covington, Georgia and concluded at Scott Elementary School, the Atlanta Public School District.  

She entered eternal rest on Saturday, December 22, 2018. She is preceded in death by her parents, Milton and Carrie Perry; three siblings, Betty, Marvin and Leon Perry.

Ms. Mary Frances Perry was devoted to her family and friends. She leaves to cherish her memories five siblings, Mr. Milton (Doris) Perry, Mrs. Helen (Reuben) Richardson, Ms. Carolyn Perry, Mr. Alvin (Charlotte) Perry and Ms. Annette Perry and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A funeral service was held Friday, Dec. 28 at 11 a.m. at East Point Church of Christ with Minister Brian Clark officiating.