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for Thomas Perkins
Mary Cooney
December 1, 2008
Dear Shelly,
Tom was one of a kind. We will always remember all the fun he and Ginny brought to the kids on Paulson Drive growing up. My kids still talk about the great times we all had. They are both dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Mary
Claire & Jim Kakatsakis
November 30, 2008
Dear Shelly and Frances,
We will miss your Dad so much. Paulson Drive has lost a wonderful couple and they will always be remembered. Tom was always there for us, and always so kind and gentle. He called right away when Jim had his surgery to see how he did. He was always so caring, as was Ginny. Farewell, dear friend.
We'll be thinking of you, Shelly and Frances.
Love, Claire & Jim
J Paladino
November 29, 2008
Shelly,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. He and your Mom made the neighborhood an amazing place to grow up in. Everyone was welcome to cookies and egg-hunts and the Celtics visits. Their love radiated out to all. I am blessed to have known them and can not express to you the influence they had on my life and that of my children. God bless you and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Joan Paladino and family.
Sakina Evans
November 28, 2008
Uncle Pete-
I will miss your smile, your laughter, and the conversations about all that is good in this world. You have left an imprint on my life and my mothers that will carry us throughout. I love you and know you are in good hands with Aunt Ginny, Uncle Dub, Bunky, and Granny & Grandaddy Perkins. My love to your children Shelly, Frances, and George. I love you with all my heart....and the Celtics will never be the same:).
Love,
Sakina (Muff), Seth & Mr. Miles
Jean Vrotsos
November 27, 2008
Dear Shelly
We were so sorry to hear about your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Mr and Mrs Vrotsos
Maria Mongiat
November 27, 2008
Dear Shelly,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my thoughts.
William Quigley
November 26, 2008
Dear Fran
My thoughts and sympathy are with you at this sad time.
Jeanne Noonan-Whitely
November 26, 2008
Dearest Fran
My heartfelt sympathy as you mourn the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty Christiansen
November 26, 2008
Shelly and Francis, No words can express the sadness for the loss of your Dad. No kinder or better man than he. We have lost a great friend. I will miss our weekly phone calls. We will always cherish the wonderfull lifetime friendship shared with your Mom & Dad. May God Bless. Love Betty, Lars and Family
Suellen McGillick
November 26, 2008
Shelly, Frances and all -
Tom was the kindest, gentlest person and I will miss him with all my heart. He was my security just knowing he was across the street. He always projected a special kind of dignity and had a quiet peaceful attitude. I felt privileged that I was able to help him in the later years even though he was quite independent.
Going to Cracker Barrel for breakfast on my days off will never be the same. I know many will ask where your Dad is next time I go because they were so used to seeing us together. We shared many laughs, talked about everything good and bad and knew we could rely on one another if needed.
He missed Ginny very much but he's with her now. I know God will take care of both of them. God Bless you both and keep you strong for the days ahead. Love Suellen
Michele Davis
November 26, 2008
Uncle Pete,
Your presence in our lives will be missed more than I can say...especially at the dinner table tomorrow on Thanksgiving. All the love, laughter and joy you brought to us all...as Chrissie said you were like a Dad to us all. Geez who am I going to talk with now...about The Celtics!
Shelly, Frances, and George..we all share in your immense loss and please know that your family is here for you now and always!
Peace and Blessings
Love Michele
xo...
Danese Davis
November 26, 2008
Pete,
My rock, my confidante, my brother...I will miss more than any words I could ever express! Glad you are at Peace..say Hello to Ginny, E.W., my Joe, Mom and Dad.
Love Day
Mayr Mainville
November 26, 2008
Dear Shelly, I am sorry to hear about your father. Know that I am thinking of you during this tough time. Take care, Mayr
Robert Prince
November 26, 2008
Dear Shelly and Frances,
Your dad was an inspiration, a quiet gentle loving man. I will miss my uncle Frank.
Love Bob & Judy Prince
Toni Ingram
November 26, 2008
Dear Fran,
You are in our hearts and thoughts. We send sympathy, encouragement and strength to help you mourn the loss of your father.
Love,
Toni, Dominique & Zoe
Norman Bush
November 26, 2008
Dear Fran & Eddie,
I 'm sorry to hear of the recent loss of your father. I'm sending my sympathy and pray that your faith will create inner peace.
With love,
Norman Bush
Tawana Doggett
November 26, 2008
Dear Aunt Frenchy & Uncle Eddie,
Our hearts are reaching out to you, for what you are going through, We think of you frequently and pray for you too. If there's something we can do, anything at all. Think of us thinking of you and dont hesitate to call.
We love you dearly,
Tawana, Dana & Mikayla Doggett
Christine Bond
November 26, 2008
Dear Shelly and Frances,
Your Dad was an "Uncle Daddy" to many of us. I celebrate the life of a man who was a wonderful, generous and loving gift from God. I will miss Uncle Frank forever.
Ernie & Ruthann Covino
November 26, 2008
Tom & Ginny will always be a special
part of our children's childhood memories.
As we all moved in to the
neighborhood and had youngsters;
our children will remember going to
Tom & Ginny's for easter egg hunts,
halloween, xmas and but most of all bbq's and block parties that Tom & Ginny organized. One of the best laughs we had with Tom was when we had a snow storm, and ice dams occurred on the houses. We all saw Tom walking up on the roof removing the ice and I remember saying to
Ernie how come you can't do that.
So out he went and up on the roof to do like Tom but he couldn't walk around & kept sliding. Tom hollered over "what are you doing" and Ernie told him. Tom lifted his foot and said "I have golf cleats on." Tom than got the ladder and helped Ern get down.
Those are some of the terrific memories of a wonderful couple that we all grew up with on Paulson Drive. Rest in Peace Tom, you are now once again with Ginny.
Our prayers are with You, Shelly & Frances.
Ruthann & Ernie,
Ernie3, Julieann & Amy
Mike Casey
November 25, 2008
Mr. Perkins,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USN during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
George Wilson
November 25, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived and the wonderful memories of our conversations. I will cherish the memories forever.
Love your Son, George
Vic and Lucy Denaro
November 25, 2008
Shelly,
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. He will be missed. He was a ray of sunshine for us all on Paulson Drive. I know he is in a better place along with your Mom.Two great people. Rest in Peace.
Victor and Lucy Denaro and Family.
Karen Waldron
November 25, 2008
Shelly & Laural, Hope you guys are doing ok - thinking of you - Chinese for Thanksgiving dinner maybe?
Lois Perkins-Stevens
November 25, 2008
My Uncle Pete was a mild-mannered man who was always consistent in showing warmth and concern for his family. I had the opportunity to see him last month after a couple of years and he was the same as always. He will be missed by all...may he rest in peace.
With love,
Phyllis & Charlie LaMarca
November 25, 2008
Shelly and family, We are very saddened to hear Tom has passed. He was one of the best. Always a good neighbor and along with your mother did many things for the neighborhood that will never be forgotten. A first class gentleman. I will truly miss seeing his beautiful smile driving by. God Bless you Tom.
Fran Wilson
November 25, 2008
To the Family, Our Family:
Papa Perkins left a beautiful print in our lives. His warmth and pleasant conversations are currently echoing in our hearts and minds. He made us smile and welcomed us with a special embrace and invitation.
His memories are fresh and richly dwelling with us.
Frenchy, we love you and appreciate all you have done to make a special difference in the family. Our dash is brighter and holds a thicker print all because of you.
Peace and many blessings to you always and I am delightfully happy for George, my "BUDDY."
Fran
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