James Anthony “Cook” Perez, Sr. was unexpectedly called to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at his home in Bedico, LA, at the age of 60. Jimmy was born in Los Angeles, CA, but was raised and lived in Violet/St. Bernard until 2005. He moved to Bedico, LA, on the Northshore after Hurricane Katrina. Jimmy took great pride in his work as a dental technician. He was an avid Saints/LSU fan and loved hashing over the games. He loved a good game of golf and made his first “hole in one” last year. A good audio book was all it took to help him relax. He loved any and all things Elvis. His biggest love and pride and joy were his two grandchildren, whom he adored and would walk on water for. He will always be remembered for his quick wit, his big smile, and his soft heart. Jimmy was the high school sweetheart and then loving husband for 39 years of Cheryl Gauthier Perez. He was the very proud father of James Anthony, Jr. and Ross James Perez. He was also the best Papa to his precious grandchildren Paisley Rae and Peyton James Perez. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents Alfred J. Perez and Daisy Ciaccio Perez and brother Tony Taylor (Linda). He is the brother of Janice Morrell (late Edward), Ralph Perez and Marilyn Nunez (Hillary). He leaves behind to keep his memories a very large family, nieces, nephews, and friends that all loved him dearly. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Memorial and Mass at St. Anselm Catholic Church, 306 St. Mary St., Madisonville, LA 70447 on Friday, January 10, 2020. Family will receive guests from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., with the Mass following at 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Condolences and tributes can be posted at www.serenitycovington.com.