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Michael Perk Obituary

age 69. Beloved son of the late Mayor Emeritus Ralph J. Perk, Sr. and Lucille Perk (nee Gagliardi). Dearest brother of Virginia Bowers (Cecil, deceased), Ralph J. Perk, Jr. (Kelli), Kenneth Perk (Sharon), Thomas Perk (Kathy), Allen Perk (Regina) and Richard Perk (Erin). Loving uncle of 22, great-uncle of 27 and great-great-uncle of two nieces and nephews. Michael is a retiree of The Board of Elections and a huge fan of Batman, especially the TV series featuring Adam West. Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 from 3-7 p.m. at Slone & Co. Funeral Directors, 13115 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44111. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 3395 E. 53rd St., Cleveland, OH 44127. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations may be made in memory of Michael to Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. Arrangements by Bican Bros. Funeral Home.

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Published by Cleveland.com from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2, 2023.

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Jack Chase - CCC '75

November 27, 2023

Condolences to the Perk family on the loss of your brother. I just heard about it by chance as I attended mass at OLL the last couple of weeks. Loved the old neighborhood. Will stop by Holy Cross and say a family prayer. I know where our ex-Great Mayor and Mrs. Perk are. Take care, Jack

Victor Victor Rodriguez

April 26, 2023

My condolences & prayers to a wonderful person & friend, Michael Perk

Victor Rodriguez

April 26, 2023

Dear Ralph Perk, Jr & family
My condolences & prayers to Michael Perk.The Holy Guardian Angels will guide him & be protected .I know he with his father in Heaven, Ralph Perk Sr.l know he is safe there of the light of light.God bless you & you family
Mr Victor Rodriguez Jr

Marie and Frank Gagliardi

April 19, 2023

Dear Perk family, I´m so sorry we missed Michael´s viewing, and his mass. I´m so sorry. We didn´t know. I just love Michael and seeing him every year at the summer family picnic. I got such a kick out of him and our conversations. God has a very special place for him in heaven, I believe that. Thinking of you all, and praying all the more. Marie and Frank Gagliardi.

Deanna Thomas - Akron Municipal Court

April 10, 2023

Dear Judge Perk and Family,
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences at the loss of your brother. You are all in my prayers.

Richard Wickens

April 3, 2023

Michael walked with me almost daily around 1962-1965 as I delivered The Cleveland Press along Dalton and the streets running off of it. My condolences to his family.

Michael Sokolowski

April 3, 2023

Michael is in a special wing of heaven that is only attained by few! The few who knew no hatred, jealousy, or spite but only gentleness and love. I always enjoyed my visits and conversations with Michael. Our Lord has called him to the celebration. "To the Bat Poles Batman Perk......To the Bat Poles!!!!!"

Susan Kohuth

April 2, 2023

Our sweet Michael, May be rest in peace. What wonderful childhood memories of the whole family. You are in our prayers and so is Michael. Love to all.

Bill Leonard

April 2, 2023

Judge Perk,
During the early to mid 70´s I had occasion to spend many nights at on E. 49th providing security at your family home. During this time I got to know Michael very well. We spend a fair amount of time talking with him and using his cb radio. I always found Michael to be very nice and friendly. So very sorry to learn of your loss. May he Rest In Peace.
Bill Leonard, CPD retired, Avon, Oh.

Linda Weber

April 2, 2023

Perk Family,
I will always remember Michael and his sweet spirit. He adored the nieces and nephews. We should all be a bit more like Batman. Rest in Peace

Rich and Leona Juby

April 2, 2023

Dear Family,
We are sorry for your loss--you are in our thoughts and prayers in a special way during this time of Holy Week. May the memories you cherish keep his spirit alive in your hearts. God Bless.

Joan Miano

April 2, 2023

My sincere sympathy to the Perk family on the passing of your brother Michael. I will remember him in my prayers.

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Our Lady of Lourdes Parish

3395 E. 53rd St., Cleveland, OH

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