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Steven Leroy “Perky” Perkins

Birth	:	23 Oct 1947 Marshalltown, Marshall County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	16 Mar 2020 Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Dobson Cemetery, Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.0527344, -92.7479553
Description	:	Steven "Perky" Perkins, 72, of Marshalltown, Iowa, died on Monday, March 16, 2020, at MercyOne Medical Center with his family at his side. In light of the state wide mandate from Governor Kim Reynolds concerning the COVID-19 that was given on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, stating that no public gatherings over 10 people should take place, there will be no public services and cremation rites will be accorded. Steven Leroy Perkins was born on October 23, 1947, in Marshalltown, Iowa, the son of Walter and Margaret (Scovill) Perkins. He was the oldest child born to the family.... Read More	Steven "Perky" Perkins, 72, of Marshalltown, Iowa, died on Monday, March 16, 2020, at MercyOne Medical Center with his family at his side. In light of the state wide mandate from Governor Kim Reynolds concerning the COVID-19 that was given on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, stating that no public gatherings over 10 people should take place, there will be no public services and cremation rites will be accorded. Steven Leroy Perkins was born on October 23, 1947, in Marshalltown, Iowa, the son of Walter and Margaret (Scovill) Perkins. He was the oldest child born to the family. He graduated from Marshalltown High School with the Class of 1965. In 1966, Perky was drafted into the United States Army and served as a Communications Center specialist during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged from the Army in November of 1968. In November of 1969, Steve married Marcia Norman at the Marshalltown Friends Church. The two began a life together having their only child Lisa Michelle. Steve was very patriotic and always flew the flag proudly at his home. He was a member of the Marshalltown American Legion Post. He worked for Lennox in Marshalltown for over 40 years as the group leader in the stockroom. Perky enjoyed a wide variety of activities throughout his life including going to Vaughn's Pub to be with friends and being the one to organizing "pools" for sports. He loved to cook and share with family and friends. He loved to cheer on his favorite sports teams which included the Iowa Hawkeyes, Anaheim Ducks, Chicago Cubs, and Da Bears. He was great at being an "armchair coach." When he was able to he enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, softball, golfing, and racing with his 'cuda.' Most importantly, he loved to share photos of his family with his friends because he was so proud of them and their accomplishments. Survivors include his wife Marcia; his daughter Lisa Michelle (Joe) Huff; and his granddaughters Macy and Marin Huff. He was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Margaret Perkins; both paternal and maternal grandparents; and his brother Kenny Perkins. Source: Mitchell Family Funeral Home, Marshalltown, Iowa

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Steven Leroy “Perky” Perkins's memorial is located at: Dobson Cemetery, Garwin, Tama County, USA.
When did Steven Leroy “Perky” Perkins death?
Steven Leroy “Perky” Perkins death on 16 Mar 2020 in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Steven Leroy “Perky” Perkins's memorial?
Latitude: 42.0527344
Longitude: -92.7479553

Family Members:

Parent

Walter Leroy Perkins

(1921 - 2018)

Margaret Elizabeth Scovill Perkins

(1925 - 2006)

Siblings

Kenny Lynn “Ken” Perkins

(1953 - 2009)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Dobson Cemetery
Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0527344, -92.7479553

2. Dodson Cemetery
Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0527992, -92.7478027

3. Rock Creek Cemetery
Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0793991, -92.7283020

4. Mattingly Cemetery
Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0527000, -92.6984000

5. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0210991, -92.7758026

6. Bowles Cemetery
Green Mountain, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0493147, -92.8053903

7. Wallin Cemetery
Marion, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0527661, -92.8140879

8. Friends Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0062000, -92.7856000

9. Butlerville Cemetery
Tama, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9973000, -92.7300000

10. Iowa River Brethren Church Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0614490, -92.8257610

11. Turner Cemetery
Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0355988, -92.6691971

12. Conant Cemetery
Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1085000, -92.7045000

13. Rouse Cemetery
Montour, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9967003, -92.6875000

14. Chapel Hill Cemetery
Green Mountain, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1260986, -92.7668991

15. Green Mountain Cemetery
Green Mountain, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1026250, -92.8242800

16. Garwin Union Cemetery
Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1016998, -92.6682968

17. Union Grove Cemetery
Gladbrook, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1307983, -92.7367020

18. Maple Hill Cemetery
Montour, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9756012, -92.7069016

19. Rock Valley Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0078011, -92.8452988

20. Stavanger Friends Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9673500, -92.7858000

21. Quinn Cemetery
Green Mountain, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0833208, -92.8743664

22. McIntosh Cemetery
Tama, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9868890, -92.6453060

23. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery
Dillon, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9650002, -92.8227997

24. Brown Cemetery
Taylor, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0838000, -92.8889000