Patricia “Pat” Collins Perry, 76, of Siler City, passed away on Monday, February 16th, 2026, in Pittsboro.

Pat was born on January 11th, 1950, to the late William Franklin and Dorothy Raye Vann Collins. She is preceded in death by her parents; and her husband of 42 years, Jerry “Pete” Lee Perry.

Pat worked in the hospitality field as a hotel manager for many years. Pat liked to garden and travel in her spare time. She loved her dog, Gracie.

She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Smith and her husband, Paul of Fayetteville; her grandson, Matt Drake and his wife, Allison of Portland, OR; her granddaughter, Emily Cross and her husband, Ryan of Fayetteville; and her great grandchildren, Liam and Levi.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, at 11 am, at Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Services will be officiated by Reverend Mitchel Simpson.

Smith & Buckner Funeral Home will be assisting the Perry family.

Online condolences can be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com