Edward Mark Anthony Perera
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Edward Mark Anthony Perera, who departed this life peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on November 8, 2025, at the age of 91. He now rests in eternal life with our Lord.
Born on January 13, 1934, in Katana, Sri Lanka, Ed was the beloved son of Richard and Mary Perera. He was preceded in death by his older brother, Father Bernard Perera, OMI. A proud alumnus of St. Benedict’s College, Colombo, Ed graduated with a degree in mathematics before embarking on a distinguished career in the Royal Ceylon Navy (RCN), where he rose to the rank of Lieutenant Commander.
During his naval service, Ed met the love of his life, Manel, and they married in 1960, beginning a beautiful journey together that spanned 65 years. His dedication to learning led him to earn a Master’s Degree in Oceanography from the U.S. Naval Academy Postgraduate School in Monterey, California.
Following his naval career, Ed transitioned to the oil industry, where he worked as a subsea pipeline chief engineer, contributing to projects across the globe. His professional achievements were matched by his devotion to faith and family. Ed was a longtime parishioner of Mary Queen Catholic Church (Friendswood, TX) and more recently of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community (Manvel, TX).
Ed leaves behind his cherished wife, Manel, and their children: Dilshad Perera, Manoj (Romani) Perera, Jeevan Perera, Kumar Perera, and Ashok (Stacie Pacitti) Perera. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren: Ian Perera, Amrit Perera, Anjali Perera, Joshua Perera, and Alyssa Perera.
Ed will be remembered for his unwavering integrity, deep faith, passion for travel and the love he shared with all who knew him. His legacy lives on in the hearts of his family and friends.
Viewing & Vigil:
Date: Monday, November 10, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM with a Rosary at 6:00 PM
Location: Crowder Funeral Home
Address: 2422 E. Broadway St., Pearland, TX 77581
Funeral Mass:
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM (viewing at 10:00 AM)
Location: Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community
Address: 6502 County Road 48, Manvel, TX 77578
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the soul of Edward Perera, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
Uncle Edward was a good friend of my father Dr. Neil Abeysekera, and I remember them sharing their lifelong stories when they were young and bold with us. The two families were so close that they used to call each other every week until my father passed. I had utmost respect for uncle Ed and We’ll miss him dearly and may his soul rest in peace.
A lot of times you can tell how good a father is by the way his children turned out. I never met him personally but he must’ve been a great man because of the way you are. Prayers for you and your family.
-Tom and Diane Arsola
Uncle Ed was one of my father’s best friends. It was a joy to see them meet every time my parents visited Houston. They used to call each other every week before my father passed. Loved the stories they shared when they were young and bold. Loved the outings we had in Conroe house. Thank him and aunty Manel for the wonderful times they hosted us for many meals at their house. He was a gentleman I have utmost respect. May his soul rest in peace. Ranil
Dear manel aunty, Dilshard, Manoj Jeevan Kumar & Ashok, in laws, children & grandchildren, our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers of Eedward uncle. We loved him in life and. Will always continue to love him, pray for him and remember aand cherish all those happy times we had together with him and with all of you. May God give all of you the strength & courage to get by this sad period of time.
My condolences go out to the Perera family. May the Lord keep you all in His arms.
Please accept our Deepest Sympathies on the death of dear Edward Mama. I am glad Aunty and Uncle visited us in London . I remember the time aunty and uncle first met .my Dad Victor kept in touch with them in katana and we did some trips to his Navel bases in Diyathalawa and Trinco and had some great times. I remember Dilshard as he was my mother’s Yvonnes godson. My mind goes back to his parents Richard Uncle and Aunty Mary who were both living saints .I extend our sympathies to the whole family .
Dear Manel and Ed’s sons and family
Please accept my deepest condolences in the passing away of Ed Perera. He was a close friend and colleague in the offshore pipeliners worldly group. I was glad to attend his 90th birthday. I plan to attend the funeral service and meet all of you.
May God Bless all of you. RIP ED!
Deepest Sympathies Ashok,
May he rest in peace.
So sorry to learn about Ed’s passing, and sincere condolences to the Family. We were colleagues in INTEC, and I think he retired soon after, initially to Lake Livingston, but then I think he returned to live in an apartment in Katy later on. He was a kindly soul, always gentle and smiling.
May he Rest In Peace🙏🏾
Our deepest sympathies for aunty Manel and all my brothers.
All our family members prayers will help his soul rest in peace.
Aunty Antanett and Children
Words cannot express how sorry I am. My heart goes out to Manal and the family during this difficult time.
My sincerest condolences to Manel, Ed’s children and grandchildren. My wife Yvonne and I have very dear memories of the years we both worked together with Ed as far back as the 1970s, when RJBA started up in The Netherlands. Ed seemed to be blessed by having a perpetual aura of pleasantness. This, combined with his professionalism, made it very rewarding to work with him. He will be always remembered for his outstanding character.