Patricia Fair Perea

Patricia Fair Perea (nee Manning), formerly Saginaw, MI Pat was born in Detroit, MI to Dr. J. Edward and Catherine Foster Manning. Upon the cessation of WWII, the family moved to Saginaw, MI where her father joined the surgical staff at Saginaw General Hospital. Pat graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1960 and attended Ferris State College. On a visit home from college, her dad set her up on a blind date with Dr. Manuel M. Perea. Manny and Pat married on June 20, 1964. After briefly living in Portland, OR and Columbia, MO they returned to Saginaw.

Pat became involved in MANY organizations and groups in Saginaw including, the Voluntary Action Center, The Junior League, P.E.O. Chapter A.S., Garden Club, Gandy Dancers, the Saginaw Club, First Congregational Church and later Second Presbyterian Church. She also volunteered for many events with the schools. Pat and a dear friend ran a catering service for many years, bringing her excellent cooking to many others. She also was an avid canner, making jams, jellies, soups and other treats. This included picking thousands of pounds of fruit over the years. Pat had a heart for helping others and frequently brought homemade meals and goodies to friends.

In addition to her husband Manny, Pat is survived by two wonderful daughters, Heather (John) Beering, Chesterfield, MO and Julie Perea, Houston, TX and two beloved grandchildren, Andrew Manuel Beering and Catherine Fair Beering. Also, survived by a niece, Catherine (Chris) Craven and two nephews, Richard (Jennifer) Craven and Dr. Edward (Molly) Craven and 5 great-nieces/nephews. Pat was predeceased by her parents and her sister Holly Manning Craven.

Pat was unequivocal in her support of sports teams and events close to her family, cheering loudly at dance recitals and many ball games. Very recently Pat and Manny moved to St. Louis, MO where Pat's bright personality continued to shine.

Pat was a kidney transplant recipient and had recently overcome several health obstacles, including COVID twice. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in January.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Second Presbyterian Church, 2665 Midland Road, Saginaw, MI, 48603. Visitation will begin at the church at 10:00 am, and will continue until service time at 11:00 am.

Memorials could be made in Pat's name to the National Kidney Foundation (kidney.org) or to Second Presbyterian Church, Saginaw, MI.

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