Teresa “Teri” Marie (Alfieri) Perrone

Seattle native, Teresa “Teri” Marie (Alfieri) Perrone, loving mother, sister, grandmother, and dear friend, died on Friday, May 31, 2013. She was 90.

Born in Seattle, WA on April 2, 1923 to parents, Angelo Gabriel and Anna Maria (Abrosia) Alfieri. Third born in a family of four children, Teri was welcomed by siblings Ralph (deceased) and Michael (deceased), and was followed by sister, Celeste (deceased). Teri wed Tony Adolfo Perrone on June 7, 1947, and the couple had four children. Elaine Perrone (deceased), William Perrone (deceased), Michael Perrone (deceased), and Donna Perrone.

In the early-60s, the Perrones planted roots on Mercer Island and quickly became engrained in the fabric of the close-knit community. Teri and Tony opened their home to family and friends very frequently for many-a-shindig. Teri’s adventurous spirit inspired her to master the game of golf in her younger years, a sport her and Tony enjoyed playing together. She loved being outdoors and her green thumb brought her many successes as a member of the Garden Club.

Teri and Tony were world travelers, and her children, grandchildren, and close friends can attest to the fact that she always returned from their adventures with generous gifts. Among her everyday passions, outside of her family, were playing Bridge on Tuesdays and attending the movies whenever possible. Teri’s giving nature, light-hearted take on life, and signature laugh have left an indelible mark on those close to her and will live on through her loved ones.

Teri is survived by her daughter Donna Perrone, son-in-law Monty Meier, grandson Nate Perrone, granddaughter-in-law Emily (Thiele) Perrone, granddaughter Paige (Perrone) Koler, and grandson-in-law Damon Koler.

A memorial service will be held in her memory on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 11am at St. Monica’s Catholic Church on Mercer Island with a reception to immediately follow.