Tuesday, November 8th, 2016
Jeffrey Perkins
Jeffrey D. Perkins, 35, Van Wert, died at 7:03 p.m. Nov. 4, 2016, at Van Wert County Hospital, Van Wert.
He was born Jan. 20, 1981, in Marion, Virginia, to Brenda Dudley Perkins, who survives in Van Wert, and John Perkins, who survives in DeGraff. On Sept. 20, 2008, he married Katie Williman, who survives in Van Wert.
Also surviving are his children, Carter, Nora and Knox, all at home; a brother, Kevin (Erin) Perkins, Bonney Lake, Washington; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was the owner of Perkins Financial Services, Van Wert. He attended LifeHouse Church, Van Wert, where he served on the worship team.
Jeff was a wonderful son, husband, father, brother and friend. He was a member of Van Wert Rotary, served on the board of directors at the Van Wert YMCA and coached many of his kids' athletic teams.
Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at LifeHouse Church, Pastor Matt Braun officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert.
Calling is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and noon-1 p.m. Thursday at the church.
Memorials may be given to a fund for his children.
Arrangements are being handled by Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home and Crematory, Van Wert. Condolences may be sent to alspachgearhart.com.
