Perkins, William “Bill” John,
William “Bill” John Perkins, 62 went to be with the lord as he joins his parents Anna & John “Perk or Jack” Arthur Perkins. He is preceded in death by his brother, Robert Charles Todd.
Bill was born in Helena, Montana on May 16, 1950. He was the youngest of three children, a brother Robert and a sister Joy. Upon graduating from Helena High, Bill joined the armed forces and was stationed in Warner Robins, Gain Radio Tech which allowed him to travel to Thailand. He became a sergeant in the 5th Mobile Command Group.
He and his first wife, Judith Marie welcomed a daughter Sarah Louise Perkins in the summer of 1972. After splitting with his first wife he wed Judy Ann and they had two sons, John Tyler and Ryan William. During this time he lived a short while in California. Upon returning to Montana he and his mom joined forces in establishing North American Van Lines. Eventually Bill became employed by Helena Post Office.
Bill wed Marsha Lee in 2000 and added two step sons, Aaron and Dan.
Bill was an avid outdoors man who enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. Everywhere from the Little Black Foot River to Newlan Creek in White Sulpher to Spring Meadow. Another favorite were the trips toFlathead Lake with Marsha to visit her family and enjoy the fishing. When not outdoors you could find him watching a western movie or hanging in the garage that he built withTyler. Bill tinkered around a lot even though his projects often overcame his wisdom. His favorite watering hole went from The Red Meadow to Jesters. “Everyone knew his name” could sum up the special bond with his Jester’s family. As one bar tender remembers she would look forward to Bill coming by after work and watching Jerry Springer. Bill was a kind hearted and patient man who had a soft spot for all kids. He also put everyone else’s needs before his own often rescuing those without transportation.
He was preceded in death by parents Anna and Jack Perkins as well as Robert Todd . He also joins his aunt Francis and William (“Mac”) McKnight.
Survivors include Wife Marsha Lee Perkins. Sister Joy (James) Learned and children Patrick Learned and his kids Britney and Zachary and daughter Christina (Christoper) Kokich and their children Nick, Jordan, Adrien, and Tenley. Daughter Sarah Louise Perkins and her children Brooklynne Lane, Tomas and Santana Martinez. Son Tyler (Renelle) Perkins and their children Eric and Evelyn. Son Ryan Perkins and adopted son Cyrus Satterfield-Perkins. Stepson Aaron (Gaylene) Nelson and children Nathan, David and Jacob. And Stepson Daniel (Julie) Satterfield and their son Ryan. Also honorary member Linda Lafond and her daughter Shayla.
Service Schedule
Visitation
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Thursday October 11, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Friday October 12, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Friday October 12, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Graveside Service
1:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Friday October 12, 2012
Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Ft. Harrison
Heros Road
Helena, Montana 59636
Service Schedule
Visitation
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Thursday October 11, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Friday October 12, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Friday October 12, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Graveside Service
1:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Friday October 12, 2012
Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Ft. Harrison
Heros Road
Helena, Montana 59636
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neal lloyd says
He will be missed by many i worked with bill and ann for mny of years back when ann and bill worked for my dad.i worked for bill and ann when they bouhht the permit frome my dad to open the vanlines in helena neal lloyd i will always rember the good times and i could tell you alot he was a great persos to so many. (Good times great father great person great memorys)
Danny and Karen Foster says
Sarah, Tyler and Ryan … our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your Dad! There are so many wonderful memories of all the family camp outs each weekend at Newland Creek and Canyon Ferry Lake … and so many memories of hunting camp! May memories of him bring warmth and comfort to your heart and a smile to your face!
V.J. Maddio says
Marsha and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of your family. Bill will truly be missed by all of us at Town Center Chiropractic.
Tom Kilmer says
The H.H.S. class of 1968 loses another fellow graduate. I remember Bill as just a nice, pleasant, good person. Farewell.
Fred Wong says
Marsha,
I am so sad to here about Bill. We grew up together from Emerson & Central School to Helena High and the Air Force. we used to steal his dad’s Buick and knocked the motor out going over “Thrill Hill” one night. We were hit by a drunk driver going to the Ski High Drive In one night and landed upside down in his convertable. 45 years later still have a bump on my head! I live in Phoenix and don’t get home often, but will never forget growing up with Bill, our South Side neiborhood, Gurtie Burgers, and “crusing the drag”. Mostly I remember Bill’s warm smile, witty sence of humor, and his beautiful heart. I will miss him!
God Bless,
Freddie Wong
Gino Dunfee says
Ryan, Tyler and Marsha: My condolences to all of you. I am in Bozeman working today or I would have gone to the service. If there’s anything I can do, please don’t hesitate to call.
Jeff Pedersen says
To the Perkins family,
I was sorry to hear that Bill passed away. I worked with him at the Helena Post Office. He was a very nice man and talked highly about his family. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Jeff Pedersen
Claudene and Steve Carkeek says
We were so sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. We’re praying for you, Marsha, and your family. God bless you and help you through this hard time. – Love, Claudene and Steve
Karen McMillan says
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Marsha, as you go through this difficult time.
Sarah Perkins says
Thank you all for your kind words and memories of my father. It is a daily struggle to grasp that he is gone but god was ready for him and he didn’t suffer in his passing. He was truly loved and that was evident at his packed funeral! We miss him so much and will forever carry him in our hearts! And thank you Fosters ~ I hold those precious memories close as well! Hugs to all…..Love, Sarah and kids