CHARLES PERSCHON Obituary

Charles A. Perschon 1915 ~ 2009 Charles A. Perschon, age 94, passed away Friday, August 14, 2009 in Salt Lake City, Utah.He was born March 24, 1915 in Salt Lake City, Utah to William F. Perschon and Johanna B. Perschon. He graduated from West High School and attended the University of Utah. He married Sally McKean on October 13, 1939 in the Salt Lake Temple. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as a missionary in the German Austrian Mission from 1934-37. He also served in the U.S. Army. Charlie was the owner of Perschon Paint and Wallcovering, President of the Paint and Wallpaper Association of America, Bishop of Capitol Hill Ward, Mission President of the Munich Germany Mission 1980-82, Temple Worker, and served in various other church capacities. He left behind a legacy of ambition, generosity, a good sense of humor, and a love of hard work and success. Charlie is survived by his wife, Sally Perschon; children, C. Robert Perschon, Susan P. Perri, Mark M. Perschon, Karl H. Perschon; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters, Madeline Thompson and Edith Sanders. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, William Perschon, Joe Perschon, Ruth Taggart, Margaret Howells, Grace Corbett, and Josie Christensen. A private graveside service will be held on Monday, August 17, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, spend some time with those you love.

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Published by Deseret News from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES PERSCHON

15 Entries

Richard Wirthlin

September 4, 2009

I had the great privilege of serving, and working closely, with Pres. Perschon while a missionary in the Munich, Germany Mission. He was a brand new mission president and I worked daily with him as one of his assistants. I witnessed close up the great love he had for the Gospel and for people. He bore testimony to me often of his absolute knowledge of its truthfulness and his commitment to serve in whatever way the Lord asked. He treated Sister Perschon with the greatest of kindness and tenderness and was a great example in that regard of a loving husband. He had a great sense of humor and a love of life. He was an extremely hard worker. I learned great life and Gospel lessons from him -- and a bit of him, I believe and hope, remains in me.

Richard Wirthlin

September 4, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

David Harris

August 24, 2009

I was a missionary under President Perschon in Munich. Right before I moved back east in March of 1990, I ran into him and his wife on Main Street in Salt Lake City. We had a short chat, and I was reminded of his fun-loving nature and sense of humor.

August 20, 2009

Mark and Sue,
Isn't is great that we keep in our hearts the memories we have of our parents forever. My love and sympathy to both of you.
Pam Warner

August 19, 2009

Perschon family,
I remember Bishop Perschon from Capitol Hill and hope you find comfort in the great life that he led.
Rod Stone

August 19, 2009

Mark and Sue,
Our sympathy to you both on the passing of your father. What a long life he had and what great posterity he left. Love to you both,
Mike & Sally Vranes

Elena Yeates

August 18, 2009

Dear Susan.
I was sad to learn of you father's
passing. Bishop Perschon was a such a good man. I hope with his passing that your load will be ligntened. Please extend my love to your mom.
Love. Elena C. Yeates

Paul A. Hanks

August 18, 2009

Dear Sally and Family: Jean and I send our condolences and love to you as we remember Charlie and his life on Capitol Hill. We know that the Lord is at the helm and that he is at rest now. God bless you and comfort you.

August 17, 2009

Dear Mark and Sue,
I saw the passing of your father and wanted to extend my condolences to the both of you and your family. What a wonderful day it will be when we all meet again.
All my love,
Bob and Dixie (Ball) Swiatocha

Delsa Feil

August 17, 2009

Susan and family of Bishop Perchon....Our family loved your dad and held him in such high regard. My mother Marcella and dad Randy had many tails and experiences they shared about the fun they had in your dad's company. I loved hearing of all the times Mark spent with you Susan, he respected you for so many reasons. Love you, Delsa Eskelson Feil [email protected]

Leif Nelson

August 17, 2009

I am sorry to hear of the passing of President Perschon. My thoughts and prayers are with the family of this great man. My first contact with the Perschon family was back in 1980 when Charles became my Mission President. A few years later, his son, Robert, became my Bishop at a student ward at the University of Utah. Just last year, my niece married Brent Perschon, a nephew. My life has been blessed by the wonderful influence of this family, and especially, Charles Perschon.

Michael Sandberg

August 17, 2009

I'm another of the Germany Munich missionaries, and I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of President Perschon.

I was pleased to have seen him at the ZCMI Center mall a few years ago and to have spent a few moments chatting again with him. That visit brought back many good memories!

We're fortunate to have the understanding of the restored gospel to give us the comfort needed at times like these. I have no doubt that the Lord's blessings of love and comfort are with Sister Perschon and all her family. I send my best wishes too.

Kim Nielson

August 17, 2009

Dear Sally,

My condolences to you and your family. He taugh me so much about life that I have benefited from since my mission. I wish you and your family peace during this trying time. I wish I could see you in person sometime to thank you for all your love and kindness you both showed me as a missionary. May the Lord bless and comfort you.

With love,
(Elder) M. Kim Nielson

Steve Petrovich

August 17, 2009

I was very sorry to see that President Perschon had passed away. He was my Mission President in Munich Germany back in 1980-1981. He was such a kind and caring man and I truely loved him. May God bless you and keep you in your time of greif.

August 16, 2009

Dear Susan,
I send my loving feelings and my prayers ascend for you, your mother and your brothers. May peace attend you all.
Love,
Ann Behunin Denninghoff

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