Pleasantville HS Student-Athlete Jeury Perez, 19, Passes Away Leaving His Parents
Notably, he contributed to a commanding 26-6 victory over LEAP Academy on May 20, 2026.
March 16, 2026
This article was last updated by Rohit Maharjan on March 16, 2026
Pleasantville High School is mourning the tragic death of student-athlete Jeury Perez.
Jeury Perez, a senior at Pleasantville High School in New Jersey, made a name for himself as a versatile two-sport athlete, excelling in both baseball and football.
Standing 5’9″ and weighing 155 pounds, Perez played a significant role for the Pleasantville Varsty Baseball team as the #1 outfielder.
During the 2026 season, he consistent offensive production, recording multiple hits, stolen bases, and maintaining a strong batting and on-base percentage.
Notably, he contributed to a commanding 26-6 victory over LEAP Academy on May 20, 2026.
On the football field, he served as a wide receiver and defensive back for the Pleasantville Varsity Football team, wearing jersey #13.
Over the 2026 season, he recorded 55 receiving yards on eight receptions, averaging 6.9 yards per catch, and added a kickoff return to his stat line.
He played in six games, including a narrow 28-26 win over Oakcrest High School on October 11, 2026.
His contributions earned him recognition within Division South Group 3 and West Jersey-continental leaderboards.
Community Is Mourning The Tragic Death Of Jeury Perez
The sources confirmed that Jeury Perez, a Pleasantville High School student-athlete, passed away in March 8, 2026, leaving everyone devastated at the age of 19.
PHS Greyhounds took to their official Facebook handle to the tragic news.
Rest in Peace Jeury Perez… He was a kind, funny, motivated student athlete who will be sorely missed by everyone he touched.
Chrisie Scott took to the comment section and sent prayers to Jeury’s family.
Rest in power sweet boy, this was devastating to hear, my daughter was his classmate and coworker and they graduated last June together truly heart breaking prayers for his family and especially his sister
Ruthe Martinez, a lead customer service at Caesars Sportsbook and Call Center Shift Supervisor at Tropicana Atlantic City, wrote,
Very kind and respectful kid. One like not too many now days. Sleep gentil kid.
Go Greyhound Football, a sports club where Jeury played, wrote,
TheVilleFamily mourns the passing of Jeury Perez, class of ‘25. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Jeury. We pray you stay strong through this hard time.
Other close ones and relatives have also offered their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to his family to stay strong in this difficult time.
He will always be remembered for his unforgettbale contributions as a football and baseball player.
As per his family, the funeral service will be held at Serenity Funeral Home in Pleasantville, NJ 08232 on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Family and friends were invited to come together to honor and celebrate his life.
Rest in Peace, Jeury Perez.
Jeury Perez’s Mother Also Offered Heartfelt Condolences
Jeury Perez was born on December 16, 2006 to his mother, Jen Perez Melo and his father whose identity has not been revealed.
As per Jen’s handle, she went to Atlantic City High School. She has been serving as cocktail server at Bally’s Atlantic City.
She took to her Facebook page and offered heartfelt condolence and thanked everyone for their .
With great pain in my heart I share my beloved son’s funeral service. For those who wish to join us and say goodbye to him, here is the information. Thank you all for your prayers and support during this very difficult time.
Moreover, he is survived by his two sisters and one brother who has also stayed away from social media highlight.
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