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PERKINS, Adam L.
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps
Age 27, gave the ultimate sacrifice on May 17, 2010, while serving our country in Afghanistan. Adam was born on April 26, 1983, in Sacramento, California, to Laureen and Galen Perkins. After graduating from Center High School in 2001, Adam left for boot camp within a week of the September 11th terrorist attacks. Since then, he has served two tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2006 and 2008, and had just recently deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Over the past nine years, he has earned a number of awards, including the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with a combat distinguishing device, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with a combat distinguishing device, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal second award, National Defense Service Medal, Navy Unit Commendation second award, and more. Adam is survived by his wife and son; mother and stepfather; four brothers and five sisters; grandfather and three grandmothers; and five nephews and four nieces. He is preceded in death by his father. Donations may be made, in lieu of flowers, to benefit Adam's son or Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial c/o American River Bank with check payable to Staff Sergeant Adam Perkins Memorial Trust (Acct. #0511004335, 520 Capitol Mall, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA 95814.) Friends are welcome for visitation Friday 1700-2000 at PRICE FUNERAL CHAPEL (6335 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights, 725-2109) and are invited to attend services Saturday June 05 at 1400 at the CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, Antelope 1st Ward Chapel (3621 Elverta Rd., Antelope).
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Memories and Condolences
for Adam PERKINS
Charlie Gili
October 28, 2022
Hello,
We wanted you to know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We are sending Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Adam L. Perkins US Marine Staff Sergeant.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families, friends and many others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
May 18, 2012
May 17, 2012
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Adam Perkins:
Please accept my remembrance of Adam on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
May 18, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Adam Perkins:
Remembering Adam on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Prudence Meads & Mike Strickland
December 20, 2010
Thank you Adam, for your service and your ultimate sacrifice. Our hearts and thoughts go out to your family, and to especially, Kristie, who we both personally know her quiet strength...
Debbi
September 20, 2010
To the parents and family, I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I know only too well what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. Holidays make this harder to get through and you will find that celebrating birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, Mother’s Day & Father’s Day will never be the same. The road isn’t easy that you are about to travel nor are all the books on grief going to map it out for you. It’s ok, just know that we are here for you and will not leave you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve. Grief is an individual journey, that unfortunately like my own self you now have to travel. It doesn’t matter how they died but how they lived that we should focus on. We know that each one in our military joined to make a difference in their own lives and to serve their country. Please know that each one no matter what is an American Hero and to be honored always and forever. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to hold your hand as He gives comfort to you today and for the rest of your life. We also have a very active online support group for those who have died while active duty. You are welcome to join us as no one but those who have walked this path can even start to understand that grief.
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/goldstarfamilysupport/
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne CO-A 2-505th PIR
amanda zwerner
September 15, 2010
I knew Adam from HS he was such a nice person. I will forever feel honored to have know such a wonderful being. He was so blessed in life and to know he has got a beautiful wife, stunning child, and an amazing family that was the center of his universe. I truly give my condolences. I know there are no words to help for your loss. I could never imagine going through what your daily struggle is. I hope Adams wife can go to our Hs REUNION in support of him. God Bless you and your family.Amanda Zwerner(gonzalez)
Stephanie Rafoss
July 27, 2010
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
Lance Blythe
July 13, 2010
Goose,
You will always be remembered. Your family should be forever proud as I am of your service and sacrifice.
Cpl Lance "Blue" Blythe TQ 2006
Elizabeth Raab
June 29, 2010
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Peggy Childers
June 18, 2010
To the family of Staff Sgt. Adam Perkins:
Adam gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Henryk Zaleski
June 12, 2010
Rest in peace.
MacDaniel
June 11, 2010
I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. I truly feel your loss and pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Adam will never be forgotten.
For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
For those missing in action;
for those who didn’t make it home.
I know you’re in God’s presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you .
Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
SGT. David M. Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq
SHIRLEY DONEY
June 10, 2010
REST IN PEACE STAFF SGT. PERKINS, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU ADAM
Kim & Jim Straker
June 10, 2010
It isn't easy to look at the bright happy face in this accompanying photo - the world at his feet and happy with his world - and realise that this young man is no longer with those who love him best. I looked at the obiturary and noticed EOD - that and the fact that he chose a difficult branch of service tells us a great deal about S/Sgt. Adam Perkins, and the words written on this site tell us more, that he was a loved and loving family man and that his buddies thought a great deal of him.
Adam, you are a credit to your family, your Country and your Corps - and may those who loved you in life, and who love you still, find some peace as they move through their lives without your presence. From our Engineer family to yours - with great respect.
John & Mary Gurule
June 9, 2010
May god help you all through these times. Our dearest sympathies to your entire family. We know Adam was a hero, and he will be in our hearts always. May the strength of your family keep you together and surround you with love. God bless you all from an EOD Family.
SFC USA Ret John H & Mary E Gurule (Parents of EOD SSgt John P. Gurule)
Lori Barragar
June 7, 2010
The very landscape of your lives changed on May 17th, and I pray that your memories give you comfort, and that your faith gives you strength, and that the love of God gives you peace.
Your beautiful husband, father, son and brother laid down his life for us all. He is a true American Hero who I know is in the loving arms of the Lord at complete rest and peace.
My son-in-law is currently deployed EOD in Afghanistan, and I know the sacrifice you as family members have made. I honor your service and pray you all receive God's grace to ease your grief.
Michael and Bonnie Maggard
June 5, 2010
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to the entire Perkins family. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal". To Dan, we are a phone call away. We love you and will always be there if you need us.
Deb Walter
June 5, 2010
May God be with you all as you grieve. Know that Adam was a great Hero and will be remembered and loved by so many...Thank you, Adam.
June 5, 2010
I too am an EOD spouse and I can not tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Remember that you will always be part of the EOD community family and Adam's memory will carry on with us all. Stay strong for your son. Know that Adam will be waiting for you with open arms when it is your turn to meet again. I am sorry to have to see you again under these circumstances, but we as well as many others will be there for you at the EOD Memorial next May. Please call us if you need anything and keep Adam's memory alive for your son.
Rebecca and Captain Robert Schmidt
Carol hearne
June 5, 2010
AS I SAT WAITING FOR THIS FUNERAL PROCESSION TURN THE CORNER AT WATT/ELKHORN I SAT IN MY CAR AND TURNED MY RAIDIO DOWN AND REACHED UP GRABBING MY HUSBANDS ROSARY THAT HANGS FROM THE MIRROR AND JUST STARTED PRAYING FOR WHO EVER THIS WAS.THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMITE SACRAFICE ADAM AS YOU REST WITHGOD AND OTHER FALLEN SOLDIERS .SEMPR FI THANK YOU AGAIN
carol hearne
June 5, 2010
MAY GODS HANDS HOLD YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AT THIS TIME. I have the pleasure of taking care of a WWII vet we are all very sorry for your loss,the ultimite sacrafice for just one of the many of our soldiers that have fallen.SEMPR FI!!!!!!!!!!!!HOORAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!You will be in our prayers.Thank GOD for all soldiers and thier families .WITH GRATITUDE CAROL HEARNE /WAALY&RUTH PARMETER
Cliff Billings
June 5, 2010
Dear Adam's family, friends, and fellow Marines,
May God bless and comfort you and surround you with love.
May you find hope through faith in God and belief in the resurrection.
Sincerely,
Cliff Billings, Vietnam vet., former USN diver, VFW & SRCCC member
On behalf of my fellow veterans, I wish to extend our deepest sympathies and condolences.
ANONYMOUS
June 5, 2010
God bless you and your family and friends as they remember you.
Kevin Sadaj
June 4, 2010
May god comfort your family as he now holds you in hois loving arms. May your memory live on. My deepest condolences to all family, friends and fellow marines.
Kevin Sadaj
usmc 89 - 93
R.A. Moore
June 4, 2010
Ode to a fallen Marine
You are taught love by your parents,
You are taught love by your friends;
You are taught love by your family,
And you are taught love by your kids.
You were once a little baby boy,
Who grew into a teenaged youth;
You then became a young man with questions
And decided to seek the truth.
At some time during your life,
You answered our Saviour’s call;
You joined the United States Marine Corps,
And became a protector of us all.
You returned love to your parents,
You returned love to your friends;
You returned love to your family,
And returned love to your kids.
In the face of unknown peril,
You were willing to fight for peace;
You made the ultimate sacrifice;
So that our way of life wouldn’t cease.
You are now amongst the Angels,
Resting with the Lord on high;
We will honor you, your memory, and your service,
And we will NEVER say goodbye.
So rest our mighty warrior,
For your work is now complete;
Semper Fidelis Adam Perkins,
Until again we all meet.
Our future as a nation is bright because of the sacrifice of Adam Perkins and many other young men and women who are brave enough and willing to protect our country with their lives.
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.”
Matthew 5:9
Roger Moore
June 4, 2010
FINAL INSPECTION
The Marine stood and faced his God, which will always come to pass
He hoped his shoes were shining just as brightly as his brass
Step forward now you Marine, How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek, And to my Church been true?
The Marine squared his shoulders and said, No Lord, I guess I ain't
Because those of us who carry guns can't always be a saint
I've had to work on Sundays and at times my talk was tough
And sometimes I've been violent 'cause the world is awfully rough
But I never took a penny that wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime when the bills just got too steep
And I never passed a cry for help though at times I shook with fear
And sometimes God forgive me, I wept unmanly tears
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here
They never wanted me around - except to calm their fears
If you've a place for me here Lord, it needn't be so grand
I never asked or had too much - if you don't I'll understand
There was silence all around the Throne where saints had often trod
As the Marine waited quietly for the Judgment of his God
Step forward now, you Marine - you've borne your burdens well
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets. You've served your time in Hell
Tanya and Roger Moore
June 4, 2010
To the family,
Our family was devastated to hear of your loss of Adam. As your neighbors in Antelope we were privileged to have watched him grow from a boy into a wonderful young man. We remember him as kind person and he was so sweet to our children. Our family’s hearts hurt and grieve for you and we very much want to extend you our deepest thanks for his ultimate sacrifice for our country. Our son too is currently on his second tour in Iraq and when Roger heard the news his commander ordered the flag be lowered to half mast in respect and honor of Adam.
Please know that your family is very much in our thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love,
Roger Sr, Tanya, La'Toyah, Beanie, Elysse and Staff Sgt Roger Moore Jr.
“The Moore’s”
June 4, 2010
To the family,
Our family was devastated to hear of your loss of Adam. As your neighbors in Antelope we were privileged to have watched him grow from a boy into a wonderful young man. We remember him as kind person and he was so sweet to our children. Our family’s hearts hurt and grieve for you and we very much want to extend you our deepest thanks for his ultimate sacrifice for our country. Our son too is currently on his second tour in Iraq and when Roger heard the news his commander ordered the flag be lowered to half mast in respect and honor of Adam.
Please know that your family is very much in our thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love,
Roger Sr, Tanya, La'Toyah, Beanie, Elysse and Staff Sgt Roger Moore Jr.
“The Moore’s”
June 4, 2010
Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family.
Dawn McMillan, American River Bank
Mother of a soldier
June 3, 2010
I do not know the family or Sgt Perkins but I would like to send my prayers out to them. Yes your son was a true hero. My son too is in Afghanistan. I pray everyday that he comes home to us in the condition he left here. I pray for all of our soldiers. May God Bless You All. Praise to our Military Heros.Support Our Troops and their families.
Sara
June 3, 2010
It was an honor to know Adam through high school as I remember him as a very nice, quiet guy who got along with everyone. Unfortunitely I did not get to know him through his adult years, but am very proud to hear that he served our country proud. This is a very unfortunite loss and he will never be forgotten.
anonymous
June 3, 2010
To Adam's family...thank you for your son's ultimate sacrifice. May you know that he made a difference in all American's lives.
June 3, 2010
First I would like to say "Thank you Adam for making the greatest sacrifice anyone can make for his country".
I am a member of SAW (Sacamento Area Woodworkers) and I would like to donate a memorial flag box to Adam's family. I am a old Navy vet who now says thank you to other vets by making these flag boxes in my home shop. You can contact me at 773-2348 or email [email protected]. Donald Robinson, Roseville.
Kristie Perkins
June 3, 2010
My dear brave baby brother I am so proud of you and all that you have accomplished in your life, your strength and honor is to be admired...how i miss you daily as I still sit in denial and wonder how we will be able to endure!!! I am so thankful for your wife and son in our lives!!! Please watch over and protect all of us with dad...we hope to honor the legacy that you both have left...WE LOVE YOU Kristie, Kyler, Carsen, Culby
Patty Nelson
June 3, 2010
Thank you Adam Perkins for giving your Life and Service so that me and my family and ALL AMERICANS may continue to LIVE FREE!
My heart and prayers go out to your family and friends. God Bless You.
Kristina Triplett
June 3, 2010
I did not know Adam but please accept my deepest sympathies for the ultimate loss your family, his Marine family, and our country has suffered. Thank you to Adam and his extended family for the sacrifices you have made for our freedom. May God ease your pain as the days go on.
Gary Allain
May 31, 2010
STAFF SGT, ADAM PERKINS
You are my Hero may God keep you in his arms forever.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
May 29, 2010
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to SSgt. Adam Perkins our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Adam. And to Adam it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made for his country while opposing enemy forces in Afghanistan. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Adam, you are a brave Marine Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from
among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,353 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Adam’s family and loved ones. Semper Fi !
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Don Elseroad
May 26, 2010
In recognition of Staff Sergeant Adam Perkins' Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the members of the SSgt Walter F. 'Trae' Cohee III Detachment # 115, Salisbury, MD of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Staff Sergeant USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment # 115
Renee Owens
May 26, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. May God grant your family peace and strength. Semper Fi, SSgt Perkins.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006, OIF
Garnet Jenkins
May 26, 2010
The price SSgt Adam Perkins and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten. Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of this Brave Young Marine.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank our Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." ~ John 15:13 ~
May you find Peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Grateful Country Will Not Forget Adam's Sacrifice.
You are in my thoughts and prayers
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