Bruce Lester Perkins

Bruce Lester Perkins obituary

Bruce Lester Perkins

Bruce Perkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes - Perry Chapel on Sep. 17, 2025.

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Bruce L. Perkins age 79 of Morrice, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at University of Michigan Sparrow Hospital. There will be no services at this time. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements are being handled by Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes, Perry Chapel.

Bruce Lester Perkins was born on October 1, 1945 in Owosso, son of Myron and Celia (Judd) Perkins. On August 20, 1993 he married Connie Weber. Bruce enjoyed hunting and collecting guns. Prior to his retirement in 2001, he worked for Oldsmobile as a Tool and Die Maker for 30 years.

Bruce is survived by his wife, Connie Perkins; stepdaughter, Lisa (Antonio) Arroyo; grandson, Antonio Arroyo III; sister, Janice Spolesnick and nephew, Billy Spolesnick. He was preceded in death by his parents, Myron and Celia, and stepfather, Lyle Smith.

Online condolences may be shared at www.watkinsfuneralhomes.com

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