Richard Theodore Perry, 70, of Syracuse passed away Saturday afternoon surrounded by his family.  Raised in South Onondaga, Dick graduated from The Manlius School in 1969 and earned a business degree from RIT. After graduation, he worked for New York State overseeing visually impaired vendors in NYC and Buffalo. He then became an agent for Connecticut General, eventually leaving to become a broker-dealer in his own financial planning company.

     Richard enjoyed skiing, tennis and golf. His greatest joy was watching his daughter participate in sports, attending every softball game and tennis match throughout the years.

     Richard is predeceased by his parents, Donald and Margaret (Cusick) Perry. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Christine Constas Perry, his beloved daughter, Alexa (Matthew) Estock, and grandson, Athan.

     There are no calling hours. Services will be private.

     In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of CNY, 401 W. Division St., P.O. Box 12226, Syracuse, NY  13218