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Hugh Perkins Obituary
1935 - 2013 WESTMINSTER Hugh R. Perkins, Sr., 77, of Kissell Hill died Tuesday, April 10, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center.
Mr. Perkins was born in Bellows Falls on April 26, 1935, the son of Anton and Mildred (Dubay) Perkins. He attended schools in Bellows Falls and earned a Master's Degree in education.
He worked as a guidance counselor for more than 30 years and also coached football. He served in the National Guard for 24 years and was a member of the Moose club, the Elks club, the Masonic Temple, and the American Legion all of Bellows Falls.
On April 16, 1960, in Springfield, Vt., he married Evelyn Mellen who predeceased him.
Surviving are his sons, Rod, Michael, and Scott Perkins; his daughter, Sandy McGuirk; his brothers, Jimmy and Bob Perkins; his sister, Jean Ann Bedi; and ten grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his parents, his sister, Pauline Chartier, and by his brother, Carl Perkins.
FUNERAL NOTICE: There will be calling hours on Saturday, April 13, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the United Church in Bellows Falls with the funeral service beginning at 2 p.m. Burial will follow the service in the Oak Hill Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hugh Perkins
April 17, 2013
To Hugh's children and families:
Hugh was my former husband's (Lou DiBernardo) good friend in high school, and they played football together. Lou died last October and I'm hoping that football is allowed in Heaven, because I'm sure they'd be tossing a ball on some green field up there. "Hughie" was at Lou's funeral and reception afterward, and it was nice to see him after our many years out of high school. Please accept my sincerest condolances; I am very sorry for your loss.
Dianne (Wisell) (DiBernardo) Crean
Pembroke, NH
Tracy Nichols Upton
April 14, 2013
Scott, My thoughts are with you and your family. Your dad was a great man with a kind spirit. Bellows Falls and the education community are better because of wonderful people like your mom and dad.
Kristie (Dearborn) Lisai
April 13, 2013
Right up until the day he passed, he was helping children. I saw him regularly when he volunteered at Kurn Hattin, reading to our younger students. An amazing man that I have known for over 20 years. Thank you Mr. Perkins for all that you have done to help children achieve. You will be missed.
chris lovelady
April 13, 2013
So sad to hear of Mr. Perkins passing. He impacted so many kids at BFUHS and I was one of them,
Jackie Oliver
April 13, 2013
Sorry to hear about Pumpkin. Seems like just yesterday we were all kids at Grammie & Grampa Duby's on Park Street.
Jackie Merriam
Patricia LaChance
April 12, 2013
Our hearts are broken. This world has lost such a kind, selfless, loving soul. The man who would do anything for anyone and expect nothing in return. Hugh/PaPa has been a momentous part of our family. Holidays, graduations, football, baseball, softball, figure skating and family fun. Twenty years of wonderful memories to cherish. Things just wont be the same without you.To the Perkins family, we are so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your Dad. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God speed Hugh/PaPa. See you on the big football field in the sky. We Love you so much! The LaChance family. Lee, Penny, Meaghan & Blaine
Fran Coyne
April 12, 2013
My sympathy and condolences to Rod, Mike, Scott, Sandy, and the Perkins family on the loss of this wonderful man. He was a friend, colleague, and true BF Terrier and will be missed by the Purple & White Community. Rest in Peace, my friend, and say " hello " to the " Bear ". God bless you.
Betsy (LaCoille) Mercier
April 12, 2013
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Perkins. Prayers to his family.
Mary Narkiewicz
April 11, 2013
May he rest in peace. Such a kind man. Deepest condolences to his friends and relatives. from Mary Narkiewicz, Carol Narkiewicz Heady and Nancy Narkiewicz
April 11, 2013
Im so sorry to hear of your loss Mr perkins was a great person i had him in high school as a guidance councilor in the 70s he was truly loved by so many people and again i am so sorry to hear about his passing i will never forget him
Paul Clarey
April 11, 2013
Perk will really be missed by all he came in contact with. It starts for me when we traded comic books on Earl St to BFHS football/band; many phone calls and class reunions; and numerous bets on Pats/Denver Broncos football games. Believe me, we will miss you!
Jean Kissell
April 11, 2013
Sad to hear this news from the other side of the earth, but are thinking of all the years with a good neighbor on the Hill and at BFUHS too. Kindest Regards,
Stephen Momaney
April 11, 2013
Mike,Karen,Karissa, and the entier Perkins family, Sorry to hear of the loss, Be strong for each other, god bless you all.
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