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Audrey Perkins Obituary
6/18/1938-1/31/2018
On 1/31/2018 we suddenly lost our beloved Audrey. she was preceded in death by her parents George and Margaret Salyer, and her late husband Judge David Perkins. She is survived by her step-daughter Nancy Lynn Perkins of Long Beach, CA and nieces Vicky Perkins of Menifee, CA and Sandy Curtis of Great Falls, Montana, and numerous cousins in the EAST and many many friends in Downey, CA and Bermuda Dunes, CA and throughout the Coachella Valley and in recent years she added her Canadian family.
Audrey was born and raised in Rochester, NY, worked for Kodak and completed her education at Allegheny College. Upon graduation she left for California where she met her fireman husband David. They settled in Downey, CA where they took in many rescue dogs and she was very active in the community. Upon retirement they moved to Bermuda Dunes, again Audrey was active in community affairs, including membership in
P. E.O. and Assistant League in both the desert and Downey.
Memorial service dates are pending, both in the desert and Downey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at The Joanne Barr Memorial Liver Transplant Foundation; The Allegheny college Scholarship Fund; South East Area Animal Control Authority ("SEAACA"); Humane Society of the Desert Orphan Pet Oasis or The Cancer Society.
Contact Dottie Grimes at 949-981-0387 for memorial services.
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Rochelle R Lord
February 3, 2023
It seems impossible that Audrey has been gone for 5 years. I think of her often and miss my darling friend. Rochelle Lord
Rochelle Lord
February 3, 2021
Audrey is alive and well in my heart. I loved her dearly. I have many things in my home that remind me of her. I miss her very much. Rochelle Lord
Ted McWharf
July 17, 2018
Goodbye dear cousin Audrey. You were always so cheerful and a joy to be around!
Cousin Ted.
Rochelle Lord
March 30, 2018
I am so sad about the passing of my dear friend Audrey. We have been friends for 28 years. We worked side by side to help animal causes. Our husbands were Judges together in Downey. She was one of the most thoughtful, kind people I have ever know. Rest in peace sweet girl. I will miss you always.
March 18, 2018
I am sadden learning of the passing of Audrey
Susan Perillard and I were Downey friends of Audrey and Dave's. we kept in touch on Birthdays and holidays. Dave was the Attorney for My late husband Robert Johnson . Audrey and Dave traveled with us thru the South East Bar Asso.
I willl miss you
Molly Johnson
Teresa Hoelscher
March 1, 2018
Mrs. Perkins was a very dear friend of my parents and I have known her since I was a small child. She and Mr. Perkins and my family would go to Big Bear every year. She was such a wonderful person, may she rest in peace.
February 13, 2018
I was so saddened to hear about Audrey's passing. My husband worked with Dave at the Vernon Fire Department many years ago. I met Audrey at that time and she was a beautiful lady inside and out. She always had a smile for everyone. May time ease the sorrow and may beautiful memories bring comfort to her loved ones. Doris Beaudette
Sue Pacolt
February 12, 2018
I am so, so, sorry to hear of Audrey's passing. I met her when I joined PEO Chapter CL in palm Desert. I knew that she had some health problems, but she was always with a smile on her face. She was a lovely lady and will be truely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you comfort in this time of great sorrow. Many hugs, Sue Pacolt
Lily Hainline
February 10, 2018
I was so saddened by the passing of my friend, Audrey. She and I have kept in touch over the years and never forgot the holidays or each others birthdays which were 2 days apart. Audrey and I also shared the love for playing gin rummy at Bermuda Dunes for many years. It also was a wonderful get together for lunch and keeping up with all the latest news.
Dear friend, you will be missed.
Lily Hainline
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