Tyler Perry Announces Mother's Death

December 8, 2009 | Remembered
Tyler Perry Announces Mother's Death

Tyler Perry turned to his website Tuesday to announce the death of his mother. Willie Maxine Perry was 64.

Maxine worked as pre-school teacher in New Orleans.

Perry, 40, simply posted his mother's full name, birth date and the date of her death with a photo of the two at the L.A. premiere of "Madea's Family Reunion" in 2006.

"Thank you for all your prayers," he wrote.

In October, the actor/director/producer opened up about his abusive childhood and revealed his mother also suffered abuse.

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nice post. thanks.

pharmacy tech
February 1, 2010

Mr. Tyler Perry, So sorry for your lost. I know it will be hard at times, especially when your use to visiting or talking on the phone with your mom. I lost my mom in July 2009, I miss her so. But she is in a great place and I know she is very very proud of her son. I would be. God is Great! Sincerely Ms. Patricia Milton/ Pre-K Teacher.

patricia milton
January 21, 2010

Tyler,

Know one can understand your grief, but know that we all lifting you up in Prayer. Your mom is at rest and she knows that God will take care of you.My Prayers are with you and your family.

Yvette N.
December 10, 2009

Tyler Perry,
Last night I watched the Barbara Walters 10 most interesting people. You spoke about how happy it made you to know that you provided for your mom what she had always wanted - to live like Mrs Chanselor. Have peace in you soul that she was probably and finally happy. I can’t imagine what it is like to loose your mom. I did lose my father 25 years ago - I still miss him. My prayers are with you. Peace.

Mary
December 10, 2009

DEAR TYLER THE PAIN YOU FEEL NOW I FELT AT 10 YEARS OLD, 10 DAY’S AFTER MY 10TH BIRTHDAY AND 6 DAY’S AFTER MY BABY BROTHER’S 1ST BIRTHDAY. WITH A 4 YEAR OLD SISTER IN THE MIDDLE. I WAS THE ONLY CHILD SHE HAD THAT SPENT QULIATY TIME WITH MAMA. BECAUSE I WAS THE OLDER CHILD. IT WILL BE 43 YEARS THE 20TH OF DECEMBER. I STILL SEE HER IN MY DAUGHTER, I CAN STILL SMELL HER AND I CAN LOOK AROUND AND SEE HER IN PICTURES AND A LOT OF THING’S THAT I GREW UP SEEING IN MY HOME. WHY? MY AUNT WHO RAISED MY MOM AND THEN RAISED MY SISTER AND BROTHER AND I MADE IT ALL POSSIABLE. I HAVE A LOT OF MADEA’S IN MY FAMILY AND I LOVE EACH AND EVERYONE OF THEM.A LOT OF STRONG BEAUTIFUL BLACK QUEEN’S.THANK THE LORD. TYLER SHE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU THERE WILL BE SOMETHING OR SOME ONE THAT WILL LET YOU KNOW MAMA IS STILL HERE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS YOU,YOU ARE IN MY PRAYER’S.

DONNA
December 10, 2009

Dear Mr Perry,
I’m so very sorry to hear about your Moms’ passing. But, know that’s she’s at peace with the Lord. I lost my Mom Oct. 3o,2007, so I do have empathy for your loss

charli
December 10, 2009

My heart and prayers go out to Tyler Perry and his family..just thank God for the time and memories the both of you shared..Please believe that your mom was truly proud of you. God Bless You!

Vera
December 10, 2009

I’m so sorry to hear of your moms passing. I recently lost my mom this March and It feels like yesterday, Pray, give thanks for the time you shared . Remember and thank God . I will tell you prayer and talks to God will sooth your pain. I have lived through what you are now going through and I’m so sorry for the pain I’m praying for your family.

pwatson
December 9, 2009

DEAR TYLER : KNOW THIS THAT YOUR STRENGHT COMES FROM DEEP WITHIN. I LOST MY MOM BACK IN 1993,I STILL CAN RECALL THAT LAST DAY JUST AS IF IT WAS YESTERDAY. AS SHE PASSED BY ME ON HER WAY TO GLORY TO THE AMBULANCE THAT WAS WAITING . SHE HAD A GRAND SMILE ON HER FACE . THAT LET ME KNOW THAT PEACE IS WAITING FOR HER ON THE OTHER SIDE. I HOPE YOU KNOW THAT YOUR MOTHERS HAS PEACEFULLY ENTERED INTO REST. I HOLD ON TO THAT SMILE AND I DIG VERY DEEP INTO MY INNER BEING TO FIND THE STRENGT TO HOLD ON EACH AND EVERY DAY .AND YOU DO THE SAME. AND YOU WILL MAKE IT THROUGH THOSE HARD AND SOMETIMES LONELY DAYS FOR MOM.STAY ENCOURAGED TYLER.

VICKIE PORTER
December 9, 2009

Dear Mr. Perry,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I lost my mom in October,2000 and I still miss her very much. What ever you do, give yourself time to grieve. It is okay to cry and do it on your time and your terms.I know that you have God in your life so hold on to that ALWAYS!!!!!!!. Take care. Jesus Loves You and So Do I.

Patricia Brown
December 9, 2009

Dearest Tyler,
I am truly sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I two lost my Mom almost 3 years ago and it still hurts. I would advise you to seek counseling to deal with the pain and the lost. Somehow as time goes by you will only remember the wonderful relationship you shared with your Mom. God bless, I will be keeping you in my prayers.

RWillliams
December 9, 2009

Tyler the first time i say one of your films ms even heard of you i had just had a heart procedure and my children rented a couple of your videos i laughed so hard i almost had to go back to the hospital i truly an sorry to hear of your moms passing i know your pain as i lost my mom 8 years ago you made me laugh now i share your pain you have my deepest condolences

pqtriciq brown
December 8, 2009

Tyler , I Know you do not know me , but all of your works make me know that , people should not see color , but . it’f huaman nature … don’t like it but , it’s true.
I’m a white woman from LAS VEGAS, & THE FIRST MY MOM SAW 1 OF YOUR FILMS SHE LAUGHT & CRIED !! & THOUGHT IT WAS MAKE, BELIEVE ?
SO, I HAD TO TELL HER TOU FORGOT WHAT GOES ON ?

Leigh Vicchiullo
December 8, 2009
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