George Edmund Perrotta passed away on December 22nd, 2024. He was born on October 20th, 1945, in The Bronx, New York, to his loving parents Louis Francis Perrotta and Eleanor Laverne (Burke) Perrotta. George enlisted into the US Air Force earning the rank of Staff Sargeant as a Crew Chief of a B52.
He Earned his bachelor’s degree at William Patterson College.
George’s life was a tapestry woven with diverse hobbies and adventures. He was a talented artist and musician. He made his mark in the music industry by producing a record with his band, The Crescents. His passion for Corvettes led him into business with his cousin Larry Malloy called Glass
Menagerie Corvettes, where they were featured twice in Corvette Magazine. All this while pursuing another passion racing speedboats all over the country.
George was Technical Director for Footlight Theater in Charleston, South Carolina where he designed and built many sets and scenes. One of his greatest passions while in Charleston was with The Actors’ Theater of South Carolina where for 17 Years he worked in many capacities. George was hired as an essential film crew member, then as an actor, starring or co-starring in award winning films, including, “Best Times,” “Grandad’s Revenge,” and “John Laurens War”. George also served on the advisory board for many years.
Clarence Feldner, Executive Producer and longtime friend, released a statement:
“Though we deeply mourn George’s passing, we celebrate George’s
sharing his immense talent, his kindness and unfailing commitment
and comradeship on the battlefield of the art”.
The company will be creating an annual award to an exceptional artistic high school student in George’s honor.
The family is immensely grateful for this honor and recognition of Georges remarkable talents.
George was also incredibly talented when it came to building homes. He personally and lovingly designed the custom plans for his family’s home in I’ON and took part in every step of the construction process, from the ground up. He poured his heart and soul into creating a beautiful, one-of-a-kind home—and that’s exactly what it became.
A few of George’s favorite pastimes included playing a round of golf on a beautiful day, strumming his cherished Fender and Gibson guitars, and watching football while cozying up with his favorite grandchild—his daughters’ dog, Cooper.
While enjoying many aspects of life, by far, Georges’ greatest joy was in the company of his cherished family and friends, especially the center of his world, daughter Brittny, where he found true happiness and fulfillment.
George is survived by his wife, Diana Medlin; daughter Brittny and her soon-to-be son in law, Michael Brown; brother Steve Perrotta and wife Teresa; sisters Joanne and Judy; cousins, Darla Wier, and Larry Malloy and Virginia; brother-in-law Ken Medlin and wife Jean; and many extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly and cherish his memory. George was preceded in death by his mother, Laverne, father, Louis, aunts and uncles Matthew, and Gladys, Larry and Virginia and mother-in-law Edith Medlin.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., January 17, 2025 at Old St Andrews, 2604 Ashley River Road, Charleston, South Carolina with a burial following at Magnolia Cemetery, 70 Cunnington Ave, Charleston, South Carolina.