Irma Jeane Perkins

Funeral services for Mrs. Irma Jeane White Perkins will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Occupy #1 Baptist Church, Pitkin, with Reverend Sherman Busby officiating. Interment will follow in Occupy #1 Cemetery, Pitkin, under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Oakdale.
Irma Jeane Perkins, 89, of Pitkin, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Oakdale, Louisiana. Born on July 22, 1936, in Cravens, Louisiana, to Wess White and Esther O'Quinn White, Jeane was a cherished figure in her community and beloved by all who knew her. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother.
A graduate of Pitkin High School, Jeane dedicated many years to working alongside her family on their dairy farm. She and her husband, John, ventured into opening J & J Meat Market, a local business they nurtured until retirement. Beyond her professional life, Jeane was a master quilter, ensuring each family member was warmed by the quilt she crafted with love. Her quilts were not only reserved for family, as she often made quilted throws for friends in need of comfort. Jeane was also known for being a great cook, frequently preparing meals for family gatherings and church events, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the pleasure of tasting her dishes.
Jeane's life was marked by the love she had for her family. She is survived by her sons, Ken Perkins and wife, Rita, of Oakdale, Brad Perkins and wife, Junita, of Glenmora, and Jay Perkins and wife, Sandy, of Hemphill, Texas; granddaughters, Lorie Perkins of Oakdale, and Ashton Childress and husband, Cody, of Hemphill, Texas; grandson, Jake Perkins and wife, Grace, of Hemphill, Texas; great grandsons, Logan Willis and wife, Anna, of Glenmora, Shawn Coker and wife, Savanna, of Oakdale, Dawson Perkins and Wesley Johnson, both of Oakdale, Alyx Perkins, Embry Perkins, and Haze Childress, all of Hemphill, Texas; great-great grandsons, Alex Willis and Leo Willis; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews, family and friends.
Preceding her in death were her husband of fifty-eight years, John Franklin Perkins; daughter, Lisa Perkins Gaskin; sister, Wesalene Calhoon; and granddaughter, Kimberly Perkins Johnson.
A time of visitation will be held at Occupy #1 Baptist Church, Pitkin, on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Visitation will resume at the church on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. until time of service.
Friends may post online messages of condolence for the Perkins family by visiting www.rushfh.com