Perry McFarland Boling, Jr. died on Sunday, May 3, 2020, at his home in Humboldt, TN. Perry was born on April 11, 1936, in Humboldt to Perry M. Boling, Sr. and Marion Willoughby Boling.
Perry studied at business college in Jackson, TN before starting his work career. He retired from his last job of many years as an office manager for Memphis Delta Tent and Awning in Memphis, TN. Upon his retirement, he, along with his Mother, relocated back to Humboldt.
Perry was a member and elder of First Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Humboldt, where he considered it an honor and a privilege to serve his Lord and the church members and friends.
Perry’s lifelong passion was books. He collected and read thousands, with special interest in the murder mystery genre. Perry also wrote and had published a number of short stories with West Tennessee Writers. He was invited on occasion to entertain with his Mark Twain readings, in full Twain attire. Other many and varied interest of Perry’s included Gideon meetings, Bible studies, the Monday morning donut club in Jackson, book clubs and meetings, playing the organ, and supporting the MAGA movement. As he was with books, Perry was equally passionate about his cats…rescuing, nurturing and protecting them. They were a source of much joy to him.
Perry was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Marianne Boling Hames, and her husband Tom Hames of South Carolina. He is survived by a brother, Walton Boling (Margaret) of New Albany; MS, as well as a number of cousins, nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to First Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 1528 Presbyterian Drive, Humboldt, TN 38343, or to a humane shelter of your choice.
Shelton-Hunt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. There will be a private family graveside service at a later date.
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