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1985
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2011
Thomas Perkins Obituary
Tom was born September 24, 1985 in Provo, Utah. He is the son of Dan and Jill Perkins of Plymouth.
Tom is survived by his parents; his brother and best friend, Andrew Perkins; grandparents, Helen Perkins of St. George, Utah, Elwood and Ruth Hardman of Evergreen, Colo.; as well as many uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Tom graduated from Plymouth Regional High School in 2003, and was a member of the National Honor Society. Following high school he attended Mass College of Art in Boston and graduated in 2009 from Plymouth State University with a BA in Fine Art. A gifted artist, Tom specialized in digital art, drawing, and painting. One of his works was recently chosen for a summer juried art show at the AVA Gallery in Lebanon.
Tom was an avid rock climber and loved to spend time on the rocks with his brother and uncles Chad, Todd, Matthew, and David Perkins in southern Utah, as well as in Rumney. He also enjoyed programming his own computer-generated music and playing the guitar and piano.
His family is grateful for the many professionals, volunteers, and friends who helped in the search and rescue efforts for Tom.
Please join us for a gathering in Tom's honor Sunday, September 25, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Common Man Inn in Plymouth.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Tom's memory to the American Art Therapy Association: http://www.arttherapy.org/
The Mayhew Funeral Home and Crematorium, in Plymouth and Meredith, is assisting the family with the arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Perkins
September 29, 2011
Jill, Dan and Andy and the rest of the family, Our family is shocked and saddened by this news. I saw you Jill and one of the boys (was that Tom?) in the audience for Dan's beautiful 9-11 concert. We will always have fond memories of the first Peter Pan performance featuring both parents and Tom as Michael. Jamey was lucky to be chosen as one of the lost boys. It was a great experience. In sincere sympathy from Mary, Mike and James Cooney
Miriam Feldstein Case
September 28, 2011
Dear Jill, Dan, and Andy,
Kurt, and I will always have fond memories of Tom. He was only about eight, or ten, when we first met him. I remember talking to him, about Finland, when I substituted for his primary teacher. He was so smart and well behaved. Kurt enjoyed having him in his class. I taught his seminary class when he was a high school freshman. He, and Isaac, were usually half asleep, but I can hope that they learned something.
Please know that we are here for you. We will always remember sweet Tom.
Miriam and Kurt Case, Campton,NH
September 28, 2011
Dear Dan and Family:
I am a new member of the MCS, and I was just devastated to hear the news of Thomas. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
In sympathy,
Deb Daigle
Ella Jewett
September 28, 2011
Dear Mr and Mrs Perkins and Family,
Words can not express how sorry I am for the loss of your son. Tom was an example that everyone should want to follow. He was a gifted person and has helped many people in their lives. Please know my prayers are with you and your family.
The Jewett Family
Shelley Ivers/Slaten
September 27, 2011
I remember Tom from my time spent in Primary. Such a lovely boy he was. It has been years since I have seen any of you, but wanted you to know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God hold you all close during this time.. til you see him again.
September 27, 2011
Dear Jill, Dan, & Andy,
We feel for you all. Please know it warmed our hearts to give to the American Art Therapy Association in Tom's memory. We selected "outreach to students" and think Tom would have liked that. He'll always have a special place in my heart with museum memories at PES. Take care of yourselves. Always, Karen & Frank McLoud
Tom St.Martin
September 26, 2011
Dr Dan, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers to you and your family.
Michael Dwyer
September 26, 2011
I am sorry for your tragic loss. Climbing at the gym won't be the same without Tom, I will keep you in my prayers.
Char McLaughlin
September 26, 2011
Dan, Jill and Andy, I don't know what to say. There are no words to express how horrible and tragic this is. My heart weighs so heavy for your loss. You have been, and will continue to be, in my thoughts and prayers. My love to you.
Rod and Kathy Hull
September 26, 2011
To the Perkins Family,
We are so very sorry for this loss that you have experienced. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Darrell Owens
September 26, 2011
Although Tom only worked for our company for a short time, he was a valuable member of our team & left a lasting impression on those who worked with him. He found friends here that shared his same passion for climbing & he will be missed. Our prayers go out to his family from myself & the entire Transparent Language QA Lab.
September 25, 2011
Dan, Jill & Andy,
No words can adequately express our sadness when we learned of Tom's passing. Our hearts go out to you and your extended family as you struggle to understand and cope with this tremendous void in your lives. Please allow us to extend our love, prayers, friendship and help during this most difficult time.
With caring and sympathy,
Paul Brand, Marian Sawicki, Micaela & Cameron
Don & Carol Wharton
September 25, 2011
Dear Dan and Jill,
Please accept our deepest sympathy to you both on the sorrowful occasion of Tom's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Don and Carol Wharton
Bob Fitzpatrick
September 25, 2011
"And we wept that one so lovely
should have a life so brief:
Yet not unmeet it was that one,
like that young friend of ours,
So gentle and so beautiful,
should perish with the flowers."
(William Cullen Bryant)
With deep sympathy to Dan, Jill, and Andy-
Regina Weight
September 25, 2011
Dear Jill & Family,
I am so sad & heartbroken to learn of Tom's passing!
My thoughts & love to you all!
Regina
Charlie & Gusti Buhrman
September 25, 2011
We are so very very sorry. Our prayers are with you and Tom. Gusti & Charlie Buhrman
Michelle Pennington
September 25, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Daniel Benefito
September 25, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss Dan & Jill. Thom will be missed and loved in our hearts always. You are in our families deepest thoughts and prayers. We love you. Daniel Benefito and family (NH, Boston, and NY)
Shirley and Duncan McDougall
September 24, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Perkins family. Dear God, May Tom rest in Thy peace. Amen.
Lesley Frame
September 24, 2011
My sister and I used to babysit Tom and Andy when they were 4 and 2 years old. I am terribly saddened to learn of Tom's death, and want his friends and family to know that my prayers and thoughts are with them.
Karen Breault
September 24, 2011
To the Perkins Family, deepest condolences on the loss of Thomas, may the thoughts and prayers of the community bring you comfort.
September 24, 2011
We are so saddened by your terrible loss. Our sympathy and prayers go out to you and your whole family. RP Hale and Alice Pickett-Hale
edie barlow
September 24, 2011
so sorry for your loss may he be at peace they sky is now his canvas for his work , he will always be with you, edie
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