Perlita Dyer
Died: August 21, 2023 | Place: London, Ontario
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DYER, Perlita Rigonan …
Perlita’s journey ended on August 21 after a terrible, painful, battle, but brave, with cancer. Her best friend and husband, Carman, travelled this journey together; every step supported to the end by family. She is the loving mother of Dustin (Sandy) and Daryn. She was so happy to finally have Sandy as a daughter. Proud Lola to Alenna, Charlotte and Vienna. She so desperately wanted to live to see Alenna returning from Japan.
Her brother’s, Joe (Linda) of LA, Edgar (Vicki) of Brampton, and sistera Estralia of Chicago, the late Penina of London and the late Nanita of the Philippines are mourning their loss. Also remembering her, are Carman’s family, Allan (Linda) of Guelph, Hugh (Mira) of Toronto. Daughter of the late Jose and Nicolasa Rigonan.
Many wanted to visit with Perlita in her final days but she was unable to speak due to a vocal chord dysfunction. She knew that her family and friends were thinking of her and she appreciated that. She was born in the jungle during WW2 near Batac Philippines on Dec 31, 1944, when the Japanese were invading the north of the Philippines. Their business was burned and Perlita’s mother took the family to a part of the remote area where Perlita was born in a nipa hut. Her brother Joe and her husband Carman, found this location many years later with the assistance of a guide.
From that humble beginning to working in tobacco fields, attending elementary school, then secondary school and graduating from Central Escolar university in Manila then graduating with a BSC in medical technology.
In 1970 she joined her sister at Victoria hospital and worked in the medical laboratory for 40 years. She met a young man there in whom would be her best friend, love of her life and her partner for eternity. Many trips were enjoyed around the world together, and also with best friends. The twenty years that were spent with great friends wintering at Fripp Island, South Carolina, were one of our favourite times of year.
Perlita loved competitive sports and was a active member of Highland Country Club for 43 years; curling but mostly golfing where she won her flight on two occasions and she had two holes in one. She had a great golf swing. Only when she missed a shot did she swear! She also served on the ladies curling committee.
She loved the Blue Jays and hardly missed a game on TV; Perlita at one TV and Carman at another. She liked to talk during the game, Carman not so much! We could hear each other clapping from a distance. She loved getting her hair done, nails manicured and kept up with the latest fashion she could find. She never looked her age nor acted like it either.
We were fortunate enough to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in March of this year in Fripp Island with our family and friends present.
There will be a private family service and burial will be at the Dyer plot in Woodstock. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Special thanks for Nancy in navigating Perlita’s final journey. In lieu of flowers, donations to Perlita’s favourite charity, Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.
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Carman and family, we are so sorry to have heard the news about Perlita. She was a wonderful person. Donna golfed with her at the Highland. We are so sorry for lost. She is at peace,
Our deepest condolences to the Dyer family. Perlita was always so cheerful and enjoyed life. She will always live on in our memories. She adored the twins and always thought of them even when she was away, thank you for that. You meant so much to our family and will be deeply missed.
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Carman, I very much enjoyed the time I spent with Perlita at Highland. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time. She will be greatly missed! Katy
Carman and family, our sincerest and deepest condolences. Perlita was a such beautiful woman with a huge heart. She lite up any room she walked in with her infectious smile. May she rest in eternal peace and may God bless you all during this difficult time.
We love you all.
Danny and Helia
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
I am so sorry to learn of Perlita’s passing. I met Perlita and Carman when they vacationed on Fripp each winter. She was so warm and friendly and lit up a room with her smile. My deepest condolences to Carman and her many family and friends. God bless
So sorry for your loss Dustin and Sandi. She was really happy watching you both get married . She loved seeing her family and made any stranger feel like she is family to them as she told me to sit and talk with her family at your wedding . Hugs and kisses love Celia & Jason
My Dear Carman, Dustin and Daryl.
Please accept our sincere sympathies with a Perlita‘s passing. My friendship with Perlita was strong and lasting and goes back to 1984 when you and I cross paths professionally. My golf games with Perlita were the best, laughing at our shots and solving the world as we played our 18 holes. Such fond memories I will carry with me. She loved you and her family more than life itself. May God be good to all of you.
Love, hugs and prayers for all of you.
Terri & Arnie Guzyk
Carman – deepest heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Perlita was a kind and wonderful woman. May she rest in peace.
Carmen, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Perlita and I walked many a mile on the course at Highland. Every game let me watch her wonderful golf swing……so consistent.
We also strolled the Rosecliffe area prattling on about Trump . A man about whom we held similar views.
I miss her.
We wish to express our sympathy to you Carmen and your family on the passing of Perlita. May the memories you hold dear and the comfort of family and friends bring you peace and comfort in these difficult days. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
My condolences to you all..I worked with Perlita for several years at LHSC and we had lots of laughs together….nothing but good memories of her.. Wrap yourselves in your warm memories of this classy lady for comfort….again! sorry for your loss….Avis
Sending deepest condolences.
Dear Carman and family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of this lovely lady. I hope you are well.
Carmen Jones
Carman: so very sorry for your loss, Perlita & Alison played many games of enjoyable golf. Heartfelt condolences to your family.
Sorry for your loss Carmen…
My thoughts and prayers are with you.. may your wonderful memories give you some peace.
Dear Tito Carmen, Dustin and Daryn,
I am so sorry hear about your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your families. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May Tita Perlita rest in peace.
Tita Perlita, please say hello to Tita Penny and mom for me. ?? Triza.