Celebrating the life of
Dianne Gnann Perry
July 18, 1944 - May 27, 2014
Dianne Gnann Perry – SAVANNAH – Latricia Dianne Gnann Perry passed away on May 27, 2014 at Buckingham South in Savannah. Dianne was born in Clyo, Effingham County in 1944. She graduated from Effingham County High School in 1962. She moved to Savannah where she was a paralegal for I.C. Helmey, Jr. before meeting the love of her life, Charles A. Perry, Jr., and becoming co-owner of C.A. Perry Realtor, Inc. She worked as a real estate salesperson and property manager for 35 years. She enjoyed interior design, dancing, entertaining, and weekends on Hilton Head Island, including long walks on the beach.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John Elliot and Loree Morgan Gnann and three brothers, Elliott Havaland Gnann, Johnny Bert Gnann, Sr., and Hubert Lauvon Gnann. She is survived by her devoted husband and dance partner of 42 years, Charles A. Perry, Jr., daughter Simona Lee Perry, son-in-law Ernie Brown, and grand"dog" Sam; three nephews, Johnny Bert Gnann, Jr., Dana and Rock Johnson Denise both of Springfield and Tommy Perry of Savannah; three nieces, Suzanne Miller Staff Sgt. John of El Paso, Texas, Suzanne Adams Rick of Garden City, and Gaye Williams Chris of Richmond Hill; six grandnephews, Jay Gnann III, Paul Johnson, Jareth Miller, Matthew Williams, Christopher Adams, Zachary Adams; four grandnieces, Allison Gnann, Stephanie Jackson Jay, Maggie Miller, Caroline Williams.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 29 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
A funeral service will be Friday, May 30 at 2 p.m. in the Hodgson Chapel at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, followed by graveside service and burial in the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
Remembrances: In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Thomas Park Food Pantry run by St. Paul's Episcopal Church at 1802 Abercorn Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401.
Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
We have fond memories of Diane and Charlie in our visits to Savannah.... sharing one meal together, laughing and smiling, and ready for a night of dancing. Our thoughts are with you, Simona, with the loss of your mother.
- Harriet and Craig Roberts, Olney, MD
Simona, I'm sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Whitney
- Whitney Morrison Saunders, Columbia, SC
Dianne was a classmate of ours as well as a friend. Her happy face and great personality will be missed by all who knew her.You have lost a great companion. Charlie. May God bless and keep you,Charlie. Wendel and Patricia Wilson
- WENDEL WILSON, SPRINGFIELD, GA
My sincerest sympathy to my dear friend Simona and to her family. I know that she will live on in you. May she be at peace.
- Amy Cotnoir, Catlett, VA
I never got to meet Dianne Perry. But I had the pleasure of learning about life and building my passions from the mentorship of her daughter, Simona. I can only imagine the intellect, strength, humility, heart, and passion passed down through Dianne to her family. My thoughts and prayers for your family. Wishing I could do more than simply write in this guestbook... May this reflective time bring growth, connections, and new inspirations as you all carry Dianne with you throughout your days to come.
- Giovania Tiarachristie, Brooklyn, NY
Very beautiful sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Perry and family.
- Gayle Spilliards, Savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy to the Perry family for the loss of your dear loved one. Death was not a part of Jehovah God's purpose. Therefore, during this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by his promise to 'swallow of death forever and to wipe away the tears from all faces.'Isaiah 25:8
- Annie Thomas, Snellville, GA
My prayers & Thoughts go out to the Perry Family. May God Bless
- Carol French, Ulster, PA
It has been my privilege to share the love of the Perry-Gnann family for the past four years. Dianne could light up any room she ever entered and her love for Charlie, Simona and Lauvon 'Varney' was truly unsurpassed. May it be a comfort to Charlie and Simona knowing that she is enjoying a great family reunion celebrating her homecoming. They are not gone who live on in our hearts and memory. May God grant you peace.
- Brenda C Wilson, JACKSONVILLE, FL
Diane Perry…A beautiful soul, inside and out…enjoyed by so many for her personality, her optimism, and her kindness. She was so easy to love. While I often saw her with Charlie at their realty office, I will never forget one time when they came to visit me at State Street. They were both dressed to the nines with their jaunty hats and their stylish outfits, ready to go out and about. They looked so perfect, so cute, and so happy together. Diane had the energy, back then, to climb three flights of stairs, along with Charlie, and never looked out of breath or any the less for wear. Through all of her later difficult times, she placed her faith in the Lord and trusted in His plan for her. Surely, she finds her well-deserved peace and happiness with Him now. My heartfelt condolences and much love go to Charlie and Simona, and to all the family and friends who loved her.
- Terry Lonergan, Roswell, GA
Simona, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my prayers! With Love, Helena
- Helena Phillips Russell, Savannah, GA
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Perry family. I feel as if God puts you in people lives for reason we'll never know. The short time that I've known Mrs. Dianne and her family, you would of thought we've known each other for ages.... Mrs. Dianne was a beautiful women inside and out and l feel blessed to have known her for that short while. Her and her wonderful family. Mr. Charlie, Simona & Earnie ; may God give you strenght in your time of need.
- Stephanie Martin, Savannah, GA
Some of my fondest memories are of Diane & Charlie. Tom & I use to enjoy family times with them & all the children. May God's Amazing Grace be upon you all.
- Harriette Cone Adams, Statesboro, GA
So glad I was able to be with Dianne at a Landings get together relatively recently. She was, in her prime, full of pep with every step as well as having an inner strength that could and would not be denied. She will be missed. My love and sympathy to Simona and Charlie.
- Nan Peacocke, Roswell, GA
We have fond memories of Diane and Charlie in our visits to Savannah.... sharing one meal together, laughing and smiling, and ready for a night of dancing. Our thoughts are with you, Simona, with the loss of your mother.
- Harriet and Craig Roberts, Olney, MD
Simona, I'm sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Whitney
- Whitney Morrison Saunders, Columbia, SC
Dianne was a classmate of ours as well as a friend. Her happy face and great personality will be missed by all who knew her.You have lost a great companion. Charlie. May God bless and keep you,Charlie. Wendel and Patricia Wilson
- WENDEL WILSON, SPRINGFIELD, GA
My sincerest sympathy to my dear friend Simona and to her family. I know that she will live on in you. May she be at peace.
- Amy Cotnoir, Catlett, VA
I never got to meet Dianne Perry. But I had the pleasure of learning about life and building my passions from the mentorship of her daughter, Simona. I can only imagine the intellect, strength, humility, heart, and passion passed down through Dianne to her family. My thoughts and prayers for your family. Wishing I could do more than simply write in this guestbook... May this reflective time bring growth, connections, and new inspirations as you all carry Dianne with you throughout your days to come.
- Giovania Tiarachristie, Brooklyn, NY
Very beautiful sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Perry and family.
- Gayle Spilliards, Savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy to the Perry family for the loss of your dear loved one. Death was not a part of Jehovah God's purpose. Therefore, during this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by his promise to 'swallow of death forever and to wipe away the tears from all faces.'Isaiah 25:8
- Annie Thomas, Snellville, GA
My prayers & Thoughts go out to the Perry Family. May God Bless
- Carol French, Ulster, PA
It has been my privilege to share the love of the Perry-Gnann family for the past four years. Dianne could light up any room she ever entered and her love for Charlie, Simona and Lauvon 'Varney' was truly unsurpassed. May it be a comfort to Charlie and Simona knowing that she is enjoying a great family reunion celebrating her homecoming. They are not gone who live on in our hearts and memory. May God grant you peace.
- Brenda C Wilson, JACKSONVILLE, FL
Diane Perry…A beautiful soul, inside and out…enjoyed by so many for her personality, her optimism, and her kindness. She was so easy to love. While I often saw her with Charlie at their realty office, I will never forget one time when they came to visit me at State Street. They were both dressed to the nines with their jaunty hats and their stylish outfits, ready to go out and about. They looked so perfect, so cute, and so happy together. Diane had the energy, back then, to climb three flights of stairs, along with Charlie, and never looked out of breath or any the less for wear. Through all of her later difficult times, she placed her faith in the Lord and trusted in His plan for her. Surely, she finds her well-deserved peace and happiness with Him now. My heartfelt condolences and much love go to Charlie and Simona, and to all the family and friends who loved her.
- Terry Lonergan, Roswell, GA
Simona, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my prayers! With Love, Helena
- Helena Phillips Russell, Savannah, GA
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Perry family. I feel as if God puts you in people lives for reason we'll never know. The short time that I've known Mrs. Dianne and her family, you would of thought we've known each other for ages.... Mrs. Dianne was a beautiful women inside and out and l feel blessed to have known her for that short while. Her and her wonderful family. Mr. Charlie, Simona & Earnie ; may God give you strenght in your time of need.
- Stephanie Martin, Savannah, GA
Some of my fondest memories are of Diane & Charlie. Tom & I use to enjoy family times with them & all the children. May God's Amazing Grace be upon you all.
- Harriette Cone Adams, Statesboro, GA
So glad I was able to be with Dianne at a Landings get together relatively recently. She was, in her prime, full of pep with every step as well as having an inner strength that could and would not be denied. She will be missed. My love and sympathy to Simona and Charlie.
- Nan Peacocke, Roswell, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

