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Yvonne Perkins Obituary
66, passed away November 10, 2016. The Indianapolis native was born to the late Leander O. Perkins and Naomi Coleman Perkins.
Yvonne attended Indianapolis Public Schools, earned her Bachelor's Degree from Butler University and an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University. She was a dedicated employee of Citizens Energy Group for 46 years, serving in numerous leadership positions, most recently Vice President, Corporate Communications and Chief Diversity Officer. A Certified Public Accountant, Yvonne also had her own accounting firm.
Volunteerism was extremely important to Yvonne. She served at national levels for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Girls Scouts of the USA. She was also a charter member of the Circle City Chapter of The Links Inc. and Coalition of 100 Black Women. Yvonne served on dozens of other boards throughout her life including Martin University and she received numerous local and national awards, most notably Indiana's highest civilian honor, the Sagamore of the Wabash.She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly M. Black, grandson Davyd K. Hall.
Viewing will be Wednesday, November 16, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Thursday, November 17, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Allen Chapel AME Church, 637 East 11th Street. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 12:00 p.m. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. EAF, Yvonne Perkins Scholarship Fund 5656 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60637. Please share a memory or a condolence of Yvonne at www.laveniasummers.com.
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Carolyn Wright
November 9, 2023
A beautiful soul gone to soon. Sweet rest
Sandra Parker
November 9, 2022
Soror Yvonne had many talents and shared them graciously. We was a loyal and true friend.
Soror Sandy Parker
November 14, 2019
Good morning Kim and Little Davyd,
As Yvonne rests in eternal peace always remember that you two are her greatest legacy. You are the greatest part of her, and embody everything loving and good that she was.
I am so honored to have you two in my life, my sweet Sister and Nephew.
Love you forever and always,
Judie Hawley Conley
Sylvia Cyrus
November 13, 2019
I will be forever grateful for the leadership that Soror Yvonne provided. Rest in peace, dear soror.
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Dan Nolan
November 9, 2019
My Butler sister
Still stays within my heart. We traveled a challenging road and became strong and successful. Rest on
Dan Yan
Sandra Parker
November 9, 2019
Yvonne was a dear Soror and friend. She was there for me during the illness and Passing of Aunt Zoe.
Soror Sandra Parker
December 29, 2016
Dearest family, Yvonne, you are and will be so missed as your presence in a room was always positive and beautifully up lifting. In Body, Mind and Spirit. I loved our times together @ Dress for Success and other events which we attended. You always had a special place in my heart and for that, it shall remain.
Always and For Ever
Luv Murph
Kim Greene
November 30, 2016
It was an honor and privilege to work with Yvonne on the PPINK board. She was an excellent leader and a classy woman. I miss her.
Romona Camarata
November 16, 2016
As I gained in my experience as a manager then leader, I always admired Yvonne for her ability to relate to others in a honest and straightforward manner. She is surely a lady of grace with great leadership who will be missed greatly in this community.
Sandra Parker
November 16, 2016
Soror Yvonne will be greatly missed by the Indianapolis community which includes her Sorors of Alpha Mu Omega and all over the world. Yvonne was truly a giver and a special friend to me and Aunt Zoe.
I am praying for Soror Kim and the rest of the family.
Love,
Soror Sandy Parker and family
November 16, 2016
Thank you for your grace, you kindness and cherished friendship. We will miss you dearly yet, our admiration will last forever. Kim and Davyd, we are praying for and thank you for sharing such an amazing person with so many.
Endearingly,
Rev. Cleaster & Barbara Davis and Family
Oscar Evans
November 16, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Doris Wallace-Whitty
November 16, 2016
Sorry for your loss
Jan Diggins
November 16, 2016
Yvonne will be greatly missed in our community. Her commitment to helping others was just remarkable.
Everett Lewis
November 16, 2016
May you rest in peace. Your hard work was not unnoticed. We appreciate your support. My prayers are with your family during this great time of need.
Pamela Buchanan
November 16, 2016
Ms. Yvonne was a good friend of my mothers, she was a very kind person. With deepest condolences, Pamela Buchanan
Shawn Simmons
November 15, 2016
I will miss my fellow EAF At-large Director and soror! Yvonne was my first EAF board meeting roommate and I loved our talks about AKA service. My heartfelt condolences!
Tonia Gammon
November 15, 2016
Condolences Kim and Davyd. May God grant you peace, comfort, wisdom and understanding during your loss. Love you both...Tink
Debra Bluitt
November 14, 2016
May you rest in God's loving arms Ms. Perkins and know that Davyd and Kim wil carry on your legacy!!! Be strong Kim and Davyd. God will take care of you.
Hearts that are loyal and hearts that are true.
Sylvia Cyrus
November 14, 2016
We will miss you Soror Yvonne.
November 14, 2016
Yvonne will be deeply missed by her friends and colleagues at Ivy Tech Community College Central Indiana. As member of the Regional Trustees and Chairperson for the last several years, her wisdom and devotion have made a huge difference. Her leadership extended to our Capital Campaign and helped guide us in a successful direction. Yvonne made a huge impact on all of us and will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace good and faithful friend.
Kathleen Lee, Chancellor
Thomanisa Ash
November 14, 2016
You will be truly missed Soror! It was my pleasure getting to know you .
Sisterly
Thomanisa
Amandula Anderson
November 14, 2016
Gone too soon, but a wonderful legacy she left for all of us - especially young women. I will hold your family in my prayers as you go through this difficult time. Thank you for your contributions to so many things you touched!
Judy Johnson
November 14, 2016
"Yvonne was a beautiful person with a beautiful spirit" She was dedicated to her work, community family and friends. I feel blessed to have know her. May the peace and love of Christ be with her family always
Cheryl Carlson
November 14, 2016
Yvonne was a very special woman with a gentle and generous soul. She served others well. It was a great privilege to work with her.
November 14, 2016
Sorry for your loss. May God bless and keep you at this difficult time.
Chrisney (Hull) Ball
November 14, 2016
Ms Yvonne,
Thank you for being one of the women that I was able to look up to. Thank you for all of your examples of strength, wisdom, understanding, as well as, the countless other attributes/characteristics that you possessed in which I was able to learn from.
You were and still are true greatness, with an awesome laugh that will be missed.
Thank you Lord for lending her to us. Thank you that she is now in her "perfect home"
Blessings to you Kim and Davyd of peace, comfort, and love.
Charlotte Roberts
November 14, 2016
Yvonne was a courageous visionary leader. Her light and humor will be missed.
Harvey Kelly
November 13, 2016
Bunny, God Bless You, the life you led and the wonderful memories you left with us. We will always remember your warm smile and gentle manner.
Kim and Davyd, please know that your mom and grandmother was a very special person who will always be loved. I attended Butler with her.
November 13, 2016
Dearest Kim and "Little Davyd",
You know how much Ro and I love you and think the world of you both. You both will be forever
Blessed for the loving care you provided for your Mom and Grandmother during her final days. As I told you this morning a mother and daughter love like yours comes but once in a lifetime. In later days after the pain begins to ease, your special bond with Yvonne will warm your heart.
Yvonne was a phenomenal women who was a true inspiration to us all. In every walk of her life, she moved with such dignity and grace. Her generous spirit will be missed by Ro and I, and all in our community.
Hold on to God's unchanging hand, and he will bring you comfort and peace. For weeping endureth for a night, but Joy cometh in the morning.
Love to you and Davyd always,
Judie and King Ro Conley
Carolyn Wright
November 13, 2016
Truly an amazing woman with a warm smile wonderful conversations. I had the pleasure of meeting this great phenomenal woman as a client while working at Saks Fitfth Aveenue Keystone Crossing. God bless and comfort her daughter & grandson with so many others that mourn her right now.
Beth Thomas President, Impact 100 Greater Indianapolis
November 13, 2016
In loving memory of a wonderful person who gave generously to our community. The women of Impact 100 Greater Indianapolis will miss her smile and inspiration.
Mary Louise Bewley
November 13, 2016
Yvonne was an incredible supporter of Indianapolis Public Schools. I had the pleasure of working with her on multiple projects for the district, and always appreciated her can-do attitude. She helped IPS in ways ranging from helping to secure support for a bond project that renovated or rebuilt multiple IPS schools to providing teacher classroom grants through her work with the IPS Education Foundation. Yvonne was an inspiration to women across generations, races and cultures. She will be missed by many, but she won't be forgotten.
Maria Quintana
November 13, 2016
My condolences to her family, Kim and Davyd. She was an incredible woman and lived a blessed life. She will be missed and always remembered by us in the community fondly. Love you sweetie go with God my friend.
Joyce L. Moore
November 13, 2016
Yvonne and I were classmates at both School #56 and Shortridge High School. She cared and selfishly served her community in many capacities. Our condolences to her family. RIP!
Submitted by Joyce L. Edwards
Tracye Vann
November 13, 2016
Kim and Davyd sending my heartfelt condolences. May the memories of your mom and grandmother live on in your heart forever.
Chris and Diane Hull
November 13, 2016
An absolutely amazing person, Yvonne is already greatly missed. She touched so many people in so many ways, and most of those she touched probably don't even realize it. Her passion for just doing the right thing was forefront in her life. I'm glad that God, in His infinite wisdom and mercy, though He took her soul to be with Him, left her spirit to be with us. We're all better people because we knew Yvonne.
November 13, 2016
God bless
What a great black woman, i will cherish the time God placed her in my life. May god give her family stength,Bonnie left a trail of goodness for all to follow.
Your Butler Classmate. Dan Nolan 3211 Solitude place Fort Wayne,In 46815
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