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Irby Perkins Obituary
His funeral service will be held on Friday, July 9, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Cooper Baptist Church of Leesville with a morning visitation at the church the day of the service, beginning at 10 a.m. until the service. Ministers will be Bros. Arlin Smith, Robbyn Hunt and Eric Dishongh. Burial will be at Stephens Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Leesville, a dignity memorial provider. Visitation will begin at Hixson Funeral Home, Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Thursday, July 8, 2010 at 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Cooper Baptist Church.
Irby is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Martha Garnett Perkins of Leesville; daughter, Lori Kristine Perkins Tassin and husband Anthony of Luling; sons, Irby L. "Chip" Perkins, III and wife Keli Bassett Perkins of Leesville, James Russell "Russ" Perkins and wife Laura Beth Martin Perkins of Oak Grove,; grandchildren, Hayden Tassin, Hannah Perkins, Luke Perkins and Hayley Tassin; sisters, Gail Perkins Hunt and husband Robbyn of Anacoco, Merlin Wallace and husband Jim of Ohio; brother, Mike Perkins and fiancée Sherri Plummer of Leesville, Wendell "Wink" Perkins and wife Teresa of Leesville and Buddy Perkins of Moss Bluff; sisters-in-law, Jackie Belton and husband Curtis and Annette Vinson and husband "Buck" both of Leesville.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Irby Perkins, Sr. and Erma Rae"Pat" Smith Perkins.
Pallbearers will be Curt Belton, P.D. Vinson, Richie Vinson, Nathan Vinson, Anthony Tassin, Kevin Bennett, Justin Perkins and Michael Johnston; honorary pallbearers will be Hayden Tassin, Luke Perkins, Curtis Belton, Buck Vinson, Bobby Moss, Audie Hunt and Steve Durr.
"Pop" was a devout Christian, husband, father and grandfather. He devoted his life to serving the Lord. His love was his precious wife Martha affectionately known as "Lolly," along with his children and grandchildren. Irby, Jr. was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He loved the game of baseball and coached many years. His service to his community was far-reaching. He was the chief of the Internal Review Section at Fort Polk for 33 years. He was also an IRS auditor. He was a member of the Jackson Chapel Church of Christ for 44 years where he was a gospel minister. He was loved greatly by a multitude of family and friends and will be missed beyond words. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfh.com.
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Eric & Beatrice karyeah
July 20, 2010
Words can not express.He wll be missed.
Jack & Dorothy Riley
July 15, 2010
Ms.Martha, Lori, Chip, and Russ words can not express, first my feelings for my friend Irby who with my other classmates made many wonderful memories. Then when you married him we excepted you because you were just perfect for him, also we knew if he thought you were perfect you must surely be. Later as the children can along we could see parts of Irby and You shining through.My family has always thought he was the most thoughtful, giving Christian man and we will all miss him so much. My thoughts and prayers will be for for you and you special family.
chip
cynthia brown
July 11, 2010
I am a quilt guild friend of Jackie Belton, Mr. Perkins' sister-in-law. I know how much she loves her family, and I just want you to know that you are in my prayers. I am so sorry about your loss.
Cynthia Brown
July 11, 2010
To Martha and all the Perkins families - I knew Pat & Irby Sr. I am very saddened. This loss touches everyone. Sincerely, Ina Lee Evans Townsend.
David Gardner
July 10, 2010
Dear Martha and all of the family, my heart is with you at this time. I never got to meet brother Irby formally, but I've heard about how many lives he touched and I believe he has touched mine. My God bless you at this time.
Greg Schreiner
July 10, 2010
Martha and family: Rebecca and I are so sorry to hear of Irby's passing. You have been our lifelong friends for 40 years since the Army days of 1970-1971. May God comfort you all and bring you His wonderful peace.
Irvin Garrison
July 8, 2010
Martha and family, I am so sorry to hear of Irby's passing. Be assured you do not grieve alone. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Kadra Duncan
July 8, 2010
I will never forget the singings at Jackson Chapel. Someone almost always asked Mr. Irby to lead Peace in the Valley but few people ever joined in with him. I think we all just loved to hear him sing it. He sang it so beautifully and with such emotion. I'll think of him every time I hear it. We lost a truly wonderful man. To Mrs. Martha and the rest of the Perkins Family, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Lynn Thompson
July 8, 2010
Martha and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Irby was loved by our family and brought much joy to our family and grandchildren through his music. Our prayers are with you and the family.
Candace Welch - Holt
July 7, 2010
Mrs Martha and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss! Mr Irby was a good man and will be missed by many people. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
July 7, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss! I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers! Much Love, Becky Ruggiero
Cassandra Landry
July 7, 2010
Martha, Lori, Chip, and Russ and family: May heart is so full right now and I am truly loss for words. I love you all so much and I'm truly going to miss my friend, Irby. My heart goes out to you and your family. May God give your family peace and know that the girls(Ashleigh(Trey), Sarina) and I love your family with all our heart.
Ann Phillips
July 7, 2010
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Ours hearts and prayers go out to your family.
Sincerely, Ann & Richard Phillips
Tina Fairfield
July 7, 2010
Martha and family - my heart goes out to you all and I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Vergie Leonard St.Andre
July 7, 2010
May God wrap his arms around you and your family and keep you close in this time of great need
Brandy Jordan
July 7, 2010
Mrs. Martha, Chip, Lori, and Russ...We will be praying for you and your family during this time. Bro. Irby was a good man that left his mark on many, many lives. He has preached many sermons that have helped to shape and mold the lives of those he touched. He will truly be missed. We lift you all up in prayer as you go through the days and weeks ahead. We pray that God wraps his loving arms around you and keeps you while your tears fall, through the happy memories and the more difficult ones. We love you all.
Niki (Harrelson) Norton
July 7, 2010
Mrs. Martha and family, I know there are no words that could possibly come close to easing the pain you must be feeling right now, but do know you are receiving more love and prayers than imaginable! Mr. Irby touched so many with his smile, words and example. May God rest his soul and give you strength. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sylvia Estle
July 7, 2010
Martha and family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers for your family during this difficult time.
Gary,Liz and Brandon Lyons
July 7, 2010
Martha: Our hearts are very sadden for your loss of Mr.Irby he was a dear friend for most of our lives and he will be missed deeply.Our hearts, thoughts and prays will be with you.. Our deepesty simpathy goes out to you and yours.. We LOVE YOU ALL....
July 7, 2010
Sis. Martha, I just know without a doubt that my Dad (Gordon Miller) and Bro. Irby are now singing and preaching to the angles in Heaven. Now they both have VICTORY IN JESUS !! Your Sister in Christ, Anita Mitchell (DeRidder)
Jimmy Jordan
July 7, 2010
Mrs. Martha, Chip, Lori, Russ, and extended family and grandchildren. I can not begin to think what you all are going through...Bro. Irby was not only a dear family friend but a great mentor, role model of the community and overall a wonderful person. There aren't enough words to begin to describe what Bro. Irby meant to all around the Pickering area. He would never greet a person without a smile. He will forever be in our hearts. Bro. Irby married me and Deanne June 26, 2005. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. If any of you need anything please contact us. Deanne is a phone call away. Mrs. Martha, Chip, Lori, Russ and family we love you all and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything again do not hesitate to contact us.
Matt Hogue
July 6, 2010
Mr. Irby was one of the most important people in my life. He was the biggest influence in my Christian faith. His work with the young men at Jackson Chapel helped me to study my Bible and to be able to speak in front of the congregation. I looked up to Mr. Irby and consider him one of my heroes. He was one of the greatest men I knew and will miss him greatly. Ms. Martha if you need any help at all, I am more than willing to help you. My sympathy and prayers go out to Ms. Martha and family.
Veleda Briggs
July 6, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You all are in my prayers during this difficult time. I will forget how nice he was to me. If you need anything, I am here. *hugs*
Darla Ewing
July 6, 2010
Martha - Where do I start to tell you how broken our hearts are for you, your children, grand-children, and family members, no words can express how sad and upset we are. Mike and I were the first couple Irby, Jr. ever married - 34 years ago - we always teased him that he made a marriage stick like glue!!! The sparkle he had in his eyes was the constant reminder of his genuine love for the Lord and how he wanted everyone, he knew and loved, to share in that same love. He loved you so very much and his children and their spouses and the precious grandbabies. Please know our hearts are with you and our prayers are constant. Love In Him, Darla and Mike Ewing
Kathy Midkiff
July 6, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
July 6, 2010
Martha and family, my heart is breaking for all of you. Irby was one of the finest men I ever knew. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beverly Wilson
July 6, 2010
Martha, Chip, Lori, Russ - Words can never express my feelings for Irby and you. Irby was much more than a friend. We will walk daily in a world that is a dimmer place without all the love that Irby had in his heart, the love that he shared with people he met. His love of children is epitomized through his dedication to the youth of the community. Irby was the first adult friend that John had in this community when came to Fort Polk in 1980, he gave his all to Kendell and Kerry through his mentorship and patience during their T'Ball years, and you and Irby were there the night I gave birth to John Paul after a baseball game. He baptized John Paul and filled all of our lives with so many wonderful sermons, Sunday morning service will never be the same for us. Irby touched the lives of my family in so many ways. Thank you for giving us a part of Irby that we will always cherish. Our Love and Prayers are with you - John, Sherry, Kendell, Kerry, and John Paul
Mike & Evonne Hogue
July 6, 2010
Martha, Lori, Chip and Russ, we loved Irby more than words can tell you. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. Our community nor Jackson Chapel will ever be the same. Irby baptized both Matt and Jackie in 2004. Our family will always have a special place in our hearts for Irby. We are here for you if needed. Mike & Evonne Hogue
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