George K. Perry, 69, of Oakland Park, FL, passed away unexpectedly at Holy Cross Hospital on June 21, 2025.  George was born in Hartford, CT on June 16, 1956 to Nelson Perry and Martha (Perry) Jensen. Graduating from Windsor Locks High School, class of 1974, he was nominated for the Air Force Academy opting instead to attend college. In 1980 he attained two degrees, Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Magna Cum Laude and Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts. George was a member of the Honor Society of Phi Kapa Phi, Phi Beta Kappa, and Tau Beta Pi.  He relocated to Houston, TX working as a Chemical Engineer for Texaco/Chevron for 40 years. Here he is a registered member of State of Texas Professional Engineers. During his time in Houston, George also obtained his ATP pilot license, offering him an airliner position.

George enjoyed his life with no fear.  His passions included movies- especially all of the Marvel series- listening to music, skiing, parachuting, working with audio/visual technology, flying planes, and teaching courses on small engine planes. George's favorite play was "Phantom of the Opera." George was frequently called upon to travel out of the country as an engineer consultant. These trips also became travel destinations for pleasure with good friends and family. His favorite vacation locale was Hawaii- for the spectacular surfing, incredible snorkeling, and unbelievable views while hiking.

George was blessed with many talents. He was gifted musically, playing the piano and trumpet. He was gifted intellectually, being granted three U.S. patents for fluids mixing and distributing apparatus while employed with Chevron. He also received numerous awards and honors including Eagle Scout and State of CT scholar.

He is preceded in passing by his mother, Martha Jensen; and brother-in-law, James Cordeira. George is survived by his father, Nelson Perry, and wife, Eileen; his sisters, Cheryl Cordeira and Kathy Staley; nieces, Danah Prophet and Heather Toole; great nieces, Camryn Prophet, Alexia Toole and Alyana Toole. George also leaves his beloved Pugs, Baxter and Pearl, to honor his memory.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting memorial donations to be made to the American Heart Association , PO Box 840692, Dallas Texas, 75284-0692.

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