J.A. Perry III, age 71 of Miles City, passed away on October 2, 2018 at the Friendship Villa in Miles City.
He was born on July 25, 1947 in Forsyth, MT. J.A. was the son of J.A. Perry Jr. “Pinky” and Maryona Miller. His parents purchased The Twenty Ranch on Rosebud Creek about 12 miles south of Rosebud in 1941. J.A. grew up on the ranch and eventually was a third owner in the ranch with his brother George and Mother Maryona after Pinky had passed away in an automobile accident. Shortly after, they moved to a ranch on porcupine creek near Vananda, MT, when his mother Maryona was married to Roy S. Johnson. In the summer of 1953 the family moved back to the Twenty Ranch. He went to school at Rosebud and enjoyed playing track and football. J.A. graduated 4th in his class on May 19, 1965. After high school he went to Rocky Mountain College on a football scholarship and later transferred to Montana State University to join the Rodeo team and finish his schooling. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Production. J.A. loved the ranching life when it came to brandings, harvest in the fall as well as shipping time. He loved the holiday seasons spending time with family and friends at community picnics and fairs. One of J.A.’s most memorable experiences was the birth of his son Jason.
J.A. is survived by his son Jason Perry Harris and Jason’s mother Nancy Fillafer; his mother Maryona Johnson and his half-brother Dick Johnson. He was preceded in death by his father Pinky and his brother George Perry.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 8, 2018 with the family receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Custer County Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday October 8, 2018
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday October 9, 2018
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday October 8, 2018
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday October 9, 2018
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Irene Trogden says
RIP J.A. Hope you get to drive that monster truck in heaven!
Gwen Myers says
Sorry to read of your passing old friend. You made an impression and will not be forgotten. Godspeed.
Jessie Leidholt says
To the family and friends of J.A. I am sorry for your loss. Never is easy.
Walt Lloyd says
I met J. A. In first grade and we have been friends since. I am shocked hear of his passing. My condolences to his family. May you find peace in your memories.
Claudia Mitzkus Gross says
Our neighbor on the 20 Ranch for many years and rode the Rosebud Creek school bus. To family and friends, sorry for your loss. Remember the good times!
Shel Harris says
My greatest friend from Rosebud High School, so sorry to have lost touch over the years. John M. is gone, now JA, still have no idea where Bob B. is. Thank you JA, for the miles and memories.
B Dean Holmes says
J.A. you lead a good life, sorry to see its cut so short. Your memories will last for years. May peace be with you and all of your friends.
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences.
Leona Zaharko says
So sorry to hear of his passing. I knew him in school. My condolences to the family
Helen L. Nees says
I am saddened to hear of J.A.’s passing. I knew J.A. all during school at Rosebud. I’m glad to read he spent his life doing what he loved. I send many condolences to his family.
Tom Trusler says
J.A. and I split the rent on a small trailer on north seventh street in Bozeman while attending MSU . We had many good times there. RIP J.A. My condolences to Maryona and the family.
Dolores Willson says
So sorry, Nancy. I know you cared deeply for him and your son, too. My sympathy to the family.
Jay Nunn says
RIP ol friend, I”ll never forget all the good times we had.
Stan Knapp says
J.A. and I were friends while he lived in California. He was a good guy and I will miss him. Best wishes and condolences to his family.
Bob Blesse says
J.A. and I were roommates at Rocky Mountain College in 1966. He was a wonderful guy and I loved being his roommate! I’ve thought of him often over the years and I hope he had a great life. Sending love to him and his family. —Bob Blesse
Bob Blesse says
J.A. and I were roommates at Rocky Mountain College in 1966. He was a wonderful guy and I loved being his roommate! I’ve thought of him often over the years and I hope he had a great life. Sending love and condolences to his family. —Bob Blesse