Grispe Anthony Perello, 87, died Friday, December 19, 2008, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Beaumont.
Grispe was born January 28, 1921. He was a graduate of French High School and served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He retired from Mobil Oil Refinery in 1983 at the age of 62 after thirty-six years of service. Grispe was an exemplary family man, spending most of his time and energy dedicated to the loving care of his family, both young and old. During his life, he also devoted much of his time to gardening, a true passion of his, and to his crossword puzzles, which kept him occupied and sharp.
Grispe is survived by his son, Anthony Perello; grandchildren, Meaghan Windham and Bryant Windham of Beaumont, Kayleigh Louviere and Caitlyn Louviere of Nederland; sisters, Rosa Perello and Frances Perello Davis of Beaumont; and many in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Catherine and Anthony Perello; his wife, Vera Neme Perello; his daughter, Margaret Perello Kelley; brothers, Veto Perello, Jasper Perello; and a sister Angie Perello Phillips.
Funeral service will be 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 23, 2008, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major, Beaumont with burial to follow at Magnolia Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will be from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Monday evening, December 22, 2008 at the mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
