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Ronald Albert Perry, Jr., 32, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Born in Providence, he was the son of Ronald A. Perry Sr., and Renee (Gauthier) Deschamps, Stepfather Fred Deschamp, and Stepmother Terry Perry.
Ronny enjoyed spending time with his large family and countless friends and of course his beloved dog cookie. Ronny was a fan of trying new foods and different restaurants. He loved listening to music and attending concerts and was a huge Taylor Swift fan. His favorite season was summer, he enjoyed evenings with friends and spending time at the beach. Ronny had an eye for style and showcased his artistic side in his tattoos, graphic design and photography. He was also a sharp dresser and ahead of the latest fashion trends.
Besides his mother, father and stepparents, he will be sadly missed by his maternal grandparents, Bob and Elaine Gauthier; his paternal grandmother, Lora Paolilli; his siblings, Raya Jerome (Joshua), Ressay Medeiros (Kevin), Ronnie Denson, and Phylicia Proulx, and Aaliyah Perry, his nieces and nephews, Billy, Haley, Luna, Lorelai, Frankie, Vinny and JP as well as several aunts, uncles, and his beloved dog Cookie.
He was especially close with his mother, often having dinner together several nights a week. He was an adoring uncle to all his nieces and nephews, and a loyal brother to his siblings. Ronny was authentic and original, known for his witty banter and hilarious comebacks. He made friendships wherever he went. Ronny had many lifelong friends that he made during his time at stop and shop. His personality was contagious, making him a fun person to be around in any setting.
Ronny was in a loving relationship with his partner Nick, they would enjoy catching up at the end of the day over a bowl of ice cream.
Ronny left a lasting impact on all that knew him.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, 4:00pm-8:00PM at THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick, RI.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the RISPCA, 155 Plan Way, Warwick, RI 02886
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