Perry Thomas Priest, Sr.
Age 80, of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no service but expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family on Perry’s tribute wall at detroitcremationsociety.com.
Perry Thomas Priest Sr. was born on November 6, 1945, in Buckeye Township in Michigan, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles and Una (Spink) Priest. He was a mechanic and handy man who always helped others and was known by many. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, and living life on his land in the woods. Perry was a man of many talents who loved and excelled with working with his hands and could fix and build anything.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Nina Priest (separated), his children, Perry T. Priest Jr. and wife, Laura of Davison, Tina M. Priest of Genesee Township, and April L. (Priest) Markell and husband, Jacob of Davison. His step children Marie and Kenny Michalak, and 8 grandchildren, Drake, Ian, Brendan, Ashton, Alexander, Jayce, Madisyn, and Victoria. Sister Deloris, several nieces and nephews and many friends.
Perry was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Clyde and Stanley; sisters baby Ida, Audrey and Erma.
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It’s hard for me to come up with words right now. This feels like a bad dream, almost doesn’t seem like this is real, like I don’t want to believe you’re gone, even though I seen it with my own eyes. I know you’re in a better place, you’re with God. And our family.; probably riding your horse/horses. Give Grandma and everyone a big hug and kiss from me. Me, April, Perry, and families will keep your legacy going 🩷 you were an amazing dad with many talents. You taught me so much, now I try to fix everything. You taught me how to do my first tune up. Did it by myself on my Bonneville, broke the spark plug off in the motor, but I did get it out 😂 but I can say… I did everything right after that, she started right up. I always looked up to you, watched you when you worked on everything. It has always amazed me how you could fix anything; I can say that part of you is with me, if theres a will theres a way. I love you 🩷 We all will miss you very much!
He was a hard worker and really got into his projects. I think he enjoyed staying busy with his hands to help all who knew him. He will always be thought about and the memories I have I will hold in my heart. My children Cory Davis and Sarah (Davis) Bailey will always know him as Grandpa Priest. He will be missed by many. Praying for all my siblings, our Mom (Nina Priest) and my nieces and nephews for peace and comfort. May God be with us all!!
– Ray and Marie (Michalak) Davis
My condolences to his family, he will be well missed. I’ll never forget meeting him at April’s wedding. My kids were shocked by his large hands 🙂 You could tell he was a man that enjoyed working and being outdoors, I’m so sorry for your loss, may you all find healing in the days, months and years to come.
You were a hard worker, we had many years of joy ,even though we ended up separated, we still seen each other when Tina & I would come up and take you places to shop,you still had your great sense of humor! Loved seeing you enjoying your horse ,Spinner, giving her honey buns and butterscotch candy ,she loved both ,so much! lol Brendan is going to be so lost without you, I know that! 🙁 Please watch over our whole family, may you rest in peace now that you out of pain and suffering! I will always love you and miss you. Gone wa too soon.
Perry was a great friend and neighbor.i loved to hang out with him. If it was doing the roof or watching him work on a lawn mower .Rest in peace buddy .love mm
We did not have the pleasure of meeting Perry, but thru the many stories and memories Brendan has shared with us he seemed like a wonderful man. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers, always keep those fond memories close to your heart ❤️
Duane and Ann Whitman
(Tarryn’s grandparents)
I know this is hard for all of us left behind, but knowing that you are in a better place with no pain is a comfort. I know you had a strong love for your horses. Please watch over your family and we shall meet again one day. RIP Uncle Perry.
We miss you uncle Perry, you will always hold a special place in our hearts. I remember the day when my dad died ( Stanley). You came up to me and put your arm around me and stood with me. That meant the world to me. You will always be my favorite uncle!! I love and you so much! May you rest in peace now. We will see you again. Love you forever.
You are always in my thoughts. I will never forget you. My memories consist of nothing but getting spoiled and feeling safe around you. Time always slips away too fast. My mom Pauline loved you too. I told her the news of your passing and it hit her hard. Can’t wait for the day I see everyone in Heaven…. tell my Daddy I love him. I will talk to you in my prayers.
Love and Miss you,
A beloved brother who loves nature and loves to hunt! Perry loves his horses , and he loves to joke. Rest in peace Perry, we will all miss you.
Your sister Deloris
Uncle Perry, I know how much you loved your family. Some of my fond memories of you are with uncle Stanley. You guys were always working on car motors a favorite pass time, going hunting with grandpa and fishing for bull heads. My peace is knowing you are in heaven having a reunion with the rest of our family. God Bless Uncle Perry, You are having a great rest of your life. I’m looking forward to seeing you when I get there. Love you! ♥️
I love you Uncle Perry tell my dad I love and miss him too. See you on the other side.