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James Perkins Obituary
James was employed and retired from Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co., Dec. 21, 1995, after 32 years of service.
He was an active member of Miracle Temple Baptist Church, and served on the deacon's and music ministries.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Hannah Perkins; one son, Demetrius; a granddaughter, Denisha; two brothers, Robert and Ernest; and a brother-in-law, John.
James is survived by his loving wife, Lenora Perkins, five children, Evangeline Smith, Karen Jackson, Dennis Perkins, Shelton Perkins Sr. (Marcy), Pastor Derrick Perkins Sr. (Rev. Iris); eight grandchildren, Roderick, Peachtress (Will), Destiny, Derrick Jr., Darrin, Kamiah, Shelton Jr., and Aegious; one great-grandchild, Shaderick; one sister, Ruby Little, two brothers, Willie Baker (Ethel), and Agustus Baker (Ollie); a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 12, at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hpt, VA 23669. A celebration of life will be held at noon Saturday, June 13, at Miracle Temple Baptist Church, 617-32nd Street, Newport News, Va., Pastor Floyd Blackwell officiating. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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for James Perkins
Phil Moore, Jr.
June 15, 2009
To the Perkins Family
My deepest condolences are extended to all of you at this time of bereavement. May you be comforted by your faith and the care and concern of family and friends.
Rev. Arnita Snead Perry & Bro. Michael T. Snead
June 13, 2009
"Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day and for ever." Hebrews 13:8
Pastor Perkins, Rev. Evangelist Perkins, D. Jr., Aegious, Deaconess Lenora Perkins & the Entire Perkins Family: May you continue to gain Strength, Comfort and Guidance (SCG) through God's Love and His Word! We extend our love and condolences as we keep you lifted in our prayers! If you need anything, let us know! Deacon James E. Perkins is smiling from Heaven! We Love You & BBlessed!!!
Darryl and Carol Blackwell
June 12, 2009
Pastor Perkins,
Our God is faithful, and will be with your family as He always has. There are a lot of people praying for you all, knowing that God will comfort because He cares. Your family is blessed.
We love you.
June 12, 2009
The Perkins Family,
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to your family. Our prayers go out to you. We pray that He gives you the strength through these difficult times. Our thoughts are with your family always.
We will keep you lifted in our prayers.
Michael and Felicia Draper
Deacon Fred & Evelyn Davis
June 12, 2009
Deaconess Perkins & Family, We the Davis Family send our condolences to you in this your time of sorrow, we will miss Deacon Perkins dearly and we pray for you and your family. May GOD Embrace You All in His Arms Gently.
Wanda Cochrane
June 12, 2009
Mrs. Lenora,Van,and family,I was very sadden to hear about Mr. Perkins passing today. If there is any thing I can do for the family feel free to call me at 723-1009. I will keep you all in my prays and in my heart. May God be with you and the family in this time of need. God Bless.
Wanda
Rev Adal Bell & Family
June 12, 2009
To the Perkins Family:
The Bell family want to offer our condolences and you have our deepest sympathy. Know this through the difficult days ahead that the Lord is your shepherd and you shall not want for he will give you strength to abound. Continue to lean on him when the days get dark and he will lead you to the light that will bring joy and gladness.
June 11, 2009
James Earl will be deeply missed!! We pray that God will continue to comfort the family in your of sorrow.
Love,
Paris, Arielle, Kaila & Kaleb Davis
Melissa Brown
June 11, 2009
June 11,2009
To all of the Perkins family from the Brown family, you have our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our heart goes out to you and we will keep you in our prayers. Please feel free to call on us for anything that you may need. We will keep you in our prayers.
Be Blessed.
GLENDA HAMPTON
June 11, 2009
LENORA AND FAMILY,AS THE DAYS AND WEEKS PASS,AND YOU RETURN TO LIFE'S ROUTINE, MAY YOU CONTINUE TO FEEL COMFORTED BY THE LOVE AND SUPPORT OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST, MAY GOD BE WITH YOU.
June 11, 2009
To Sunshine and family: Know that we
are praying for you during this time of
sorrow. You have our deepest sympathy.
Dot Mattocks & family
LaVerna Johnson
June 11, 2009
Karen and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in our prayers, that God comfort and strengthen your hearts. If you should need me, call me. LaVerna Johnson and family. Love yall.
Patricia Perkins
June 11, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss. May God give the family comfort at this time.
Shenay and Maggielean Lewis
June 11, 2009
To the Perkins Family:
We were so sorry to hear of your great loss: You have our deepest sympathy. During this difficult time, know that you are in our hearts, prayers and thoughts. We pray for your strength in the Lord. We know that God can give comfort like none other. May you find peace in the Lord.
alonzo cherry
June 11, 2009
Ms Lenora and the family of Mr. James Perkins. What a wonderful God loving and kind man Mr. Perkins was. During my visits with the two of you I found him to be filled with the spirt of christ and all that is good. He was so proud of his family and all they had accomplished. Even times I thought he was busy, and I was in a rush he would take the time to be gracious, offer me a seat and slow me down to where I needed to be. I will miss talking with him. Be strong in the knowledge that an angel is surely watching over you all.
God Bless
Alonzo Cherry
Hampton Sheriff's Office
June 11, 2009
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty Ps. 91:1
Sister Perkins and the entire Perkins Family,
There are no words that seem adequate enough to express how I felt about Deacon Perkins. Every Sunday morning, as the musicians and Praise Team assembled for prayer, Deacon Perkins always said something to me to make me smile! He was truly a jewel in the Music Ministry at Miracle Temple. He always had a word of encouragement for us and the Music Ministry will not be the same without him.
As you go through this hour, it is my prayer that God will continue to uphold you with His Spirit. May His love and peace guide you through these difficult days. In times like these, it is so good to have a Savior who loves us and comforts us in all situations. And we thank God on today that we have the assurance that we will see Deacon Perkins again. What a mighty God we serve! I love you all and I am praying for you. Be blessed!
Janice Pryor
Miracle Temple Music Ministry
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