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Jean L. “Jon” de Perrot, 93

January 10, 2023

Jean L. “Jon” de Perrot, 93, of Brethren Village, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023. Born in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Willy de Perrot and Blanche (Von Müller). He was the loving husband of Lucy (Musselman), with whom he shared over 33 years of marriage. He was additionally blessed with 28 years of marriage and three sons with his beloved wife Nancy (Shreiner) before her passing in 1982.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children: Mark de Perrot husband of Stacia of Burlington, IA; Richard de Perrot of Manheim, PA; and Steve de Perrot husband of Shirley of Lititz, PA; and three stepchildren: Brad Brubaker husband of Liz of Terre Haute, IN; Becky Wagner wife of Bruce of Conestoga, PA; and Drew Brubaker husband of Pam of Strasburg, PA. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren: Sean, Dillon, Tyler, Brigitte, John, Danielle, Vera, Lydia, Lisa, Amy, Redmond, Drew An, and Marah; 10 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Claire de Perrot of Lititz, PA.

After graduating from Lititz High School, Jon earned degrees from Wyomissing Polytechnic Institute and Temple University. He worked as a tool & die maker for the former RCA and later was a machine shop instructor at Mount Joy Vo-Tech School. He served in the US Army during the Korean War.

Jon was a faithful member of the Lititz Church of the Brethren and the Friendship Sunday School class. He had a heart for mission, he was always ready to help others in need with humility and selflessness. He began early; at 16 years old, he served as a “Seagoing Cowboy ” on a cattle boat taking heifers to Italy. He treasured spending time with his family.

A Memorial Service will be held at the chapel of Brethren Village, 3001 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 4PM. Interment will be private. Family and friends will be received at the chapel from 3-4PM on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to COBYS Family Services, 1417 Oregon Rd, Leola, PA 17540, or Lititz Church of the Brethren, 300 W. Orange St, Lititz, PA 17543.

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Condolences to the Family

January 19, 2023

Mark, Richard and Sreve,

I’m so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I have many memories of times with you guys and your parents, including ski trips and a driving trip to Colorado. Although I haven’t seen him for a long time, I will always carry the fond memories.

Ron Hershey

January 17, 2023

Lucy and family,
It always saddens me to lose another seagoing cowboy. I’m grateful to Jon and his high school pals who shared their stories with me of their trip to Naples in 1946 and how they have so graciously helped me document this wonderful piece of post-World War II history. Rex and I have also enjoyed the family connections with you and Jon, Lucy, my being a cousin of Amos Cunningham. Please know that our prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Love and blessings, Peggy Reiff Miller

January 17, 2023

Jon was a decent and humble man who was always positive and consistent. He was a great father to his sons and a faithful husband to Nancy and Lucy. I will miss his presence.

Stephen Gibble

January 16, 2023

Growing up in the Lititz Church of the Brethren was a memorable and wonderful time in my life because of people like Jon. His kindness and gentle spirit showed Don and I the loving heart of God. Our prayers go out to the whole family. May you feel God’s loving arms of comfort and peace holding you at this difficult time. Love, Don and Twyla Rowe

January 16, 2023

Remembering your father with so many positive and joyful thoughts. John Peffer

January 15, 2023

Lucy, Claire, Mark, Richard, Steve and your families – sincere condolences to all of you. We always enjoyed visiting with Jon when we saw him. We hope you will be able to find solace in your memories. Love, Sheila (Logan) and Lance Glaspie

January 15, 2023

Our sincere condolences on your loss, Lucy. Bill and I think of our Lititz Church of the Brethren family often. Bill and Linda Saylor

January 15, 2023

Please accept my sympathy and condolances on the passing of Mr. de Perrot. I was a student of his in Mount Joy Vo-Tech class of 1976. He helped me start a wonderful career in the tool and die field. I remember him as a good teacher and a kind man. I even had the privilage of assisting him with the adult evening classes during my time learning at Mt. Joy. I am sure you will miss him greatly but remember that God promises a better future at Rev 21:3,4. 3 With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. 4 And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Don Rambler

Visitation: Saturday, January 21, 2023; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Brethren Village; 3001 Lititz Pike; Lititz, PA 17543
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Services: Saturday, January 21, 2023; 4:00 PM; Brethren Village; 3001 Lititz Pike; Lititz, PA 17543
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