Claudia Joy Perry-St. Andre

Claudia Joy Perry-St. Andre, champion of adversity and lifelong fighter, passed away peacefully in the presence of those who loved her on Saturday, August 28, 2021. She was 72 years old and a resident of Charlotte. Claudia was born March 21, 1949, in Grand Rapids, Michigan the daughter of Bernard and Alberta (Bonini) St. Andre. She graduated from Creston High School in 1967. Claudia was a tremendously creative lady. She enjoyed making stained glass, sewing costumes for her children, and painting. Claudia had a heart for animals; especially her rescue pets. Claudia was active at the First Congregational Church of Charlotte and enjoyed being involved in multiple community theater productions. She found joy in camping with her family and was especially fond of the Upper Peninsula. Claudia operated a daycare in Charlotte for many years. She had a heart for children and cherished each and every one of “her kids”. Nothing brought her more happiness than her children and grandchildren. Claudia is survived by her children: Christi (Manny) Lopez of Lansing, Matt (Michelle) Perry of Stanton, Chandra (Joe) Polasek of Portland, Alexis (Dan) Weibel of Wyoming, Autumn Perry of Charlotte; 11 grandchildren; siblings: Bernard (Doris) St. Andre of Cedar Springs, and Fran St. Andre of Hudsonville. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings: Joyce Blaszczyk, Karen Carter-St. Andre, and Bev Fountain. The family will receive friends at a memorial gathering on Wednesday, September 1, 2021, from 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home. Those desiring, may make contributions in Claudia’s memory to the Children’s Miracle Network 205 W. 700 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84101.