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Merle Perkins Obituary
Merle R. Perkins, 79 of Canal Fulton died Friday, Feb. 6, 2015 at Mercy Medical, Canton. He retired from B & W in 2003 after 30 plus years of service.
Funeral Service WEDNESDAY, 11 a.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 East Cherry St. (Rt. 93, Canal Fulton). Friends may call TUESDAY, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Wednesday, 10 a.m. until time of services. Burial Rose Hill Memorial Gardens, Massillon. The complete obituary can be seen at http://www.swigarteasterlingfuneralhome.com/
Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356
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Bob Gregoric
February 18, 2015
Merle was a gentle soul and his passing was unexpected. Please accept my sincere condolence and sympathy, and let me know if I can be of any assistance.
Jim and Linda Plume
February 10, 2015
Sad news to hear of the loss of our dear uncle but knowing that he is now with the love of his life is always a comforting reassurance. He is now resting in the arms of our dear Savior and Lord and living in a more pleasant place.
February 10, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Perkins passing. He was a wonderful man and will truly be missed.
Dr. Krishnamurthi
Nancy Adams
February 9, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to all of the family. He will be missed.
Harriet Trice, Barb Leeper & Nancy Adams
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Wilma Paknik
February 9, 2015
I am so sad to see you go, Dear Brother. Thanks for all you did for me growing up and for being the best older brother. It was best that we let you go now to rest in peace. Love you always.
jen tetmyer
February 8, 2015
Grieving for our family over the loss of a kind gentle uncle who always had a smile on his face. I wish I could be there with you all to say goodbye and lift you up in strength but I'll be there in God's spirit. love you all!
Jim Yoder
February 8, 2015
rest in peace
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Swigart Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton624 Cherry Street East, Canal Fulton, OH 44614
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Swigart Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton624 Cherry Street East, Canal Fulton, OH 44614
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Swigart Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton624 Cherry Street East, Canal Fulton, OH 44614
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