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Edward Arnell Perkins

1957 - 2023

Edward Arnell Perkins obituary, 1957-2023, Petersburg, VA

BORN

1957

DIED

2023

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Edward Perkins Obituary

Edward Arnell Perkins, 66, of Richmond, VA, passed away suddenly on September 5, 2023. Born on April 8, 1957, Edward, known to his loved ones as Ed, attended John Marshall High School and later served his country in the Army as a medical assistant.

Ed is survived by his only daughter, Shawna Hunter (James), brother Larry Perkins (Hilda), sister-in-love Ruby Robinson, nephews Shawn and Tracey, and niece Nikki, as well as his former beloved spouse, Gloria Perkins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bernice Perkins, and his brother Joseph 'Fish' Robinson.

Ed found joy fishing, listening to music, and was an avid fan of the Las Vegas Raiders and 2Pac Shakur. He found solace in these hobbies and cherished the moments spent pursuing them.

The Celebration of Life date has been changed to 9/16/2023 at 3pm at: Touch of Class Event Hall 5103 Thrush Lane Richmond, Va 23227

Edward Arnell Perkins will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His memory will forever live on in our hearts.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Sep. 9 to Sep. 10, 2023.

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Diondra Jones

September 13, 2023

Ed was my preceptor in the field when I started VBS 10/10/01. Gloria was my preceptor for the centers. I had the best of both worlds. Glo and Ed became Ma and Pop. Pop was the best name for Ed to me he was smooth, protective and they were great trainers that helped me become who I am today. This saddens me because in my mind I’m thinking everyone is ok just living their lives. Pop out there getting people record deals etc. He loved his music(Tu pac) and his coffee. Popalop rest easy watch over us hold things down until our time is up,we shall unite again.

Jennetta Baker

September 13, 2023

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief Shawna, Shawn, and Mrs Ruby

Marcetta Lucas

September 12, 2023

Will always remember you. Know you will have the best coffee there is in heaven.

Marcetta Lucas

September 12, 2023

Ed, rip.I will always remember you. How respectful you were to me.

Yolanda Johnson

September 9, 2023

Ed I was so shocked to hear of your passing and I’m still shocked! Rest In Peace...Prayers to the family.

Shawna Hunter

September 9, 2023

Hello everyone,

This is his daughter Shawna. The celebration of life date has been changed to 9/16/2023 at 3pm at:
Touch of Class Event Hall
5103 Thrush Lane
Richmond, Va 23227

Pamela Johnson

September 9, 2023

Ed was a kind brother-in-law. Rest in Peace Ed .

Brenda Dandridge Spain

September 9, 2023

May Edward Rest In Peace

Juan Nelson

September 8, 2023

Ed was my high school friend..we recently reconnected via FB and I visited him at his place in Pburg.. good dude.. until we meet again rest well my friend

Tamika Bell

September 8, 2023

Sending love to the family and all who loved him.

Linda Mathews

September 8, 2023

RIP Ed, I will never forget our days working together and drinking lots of coffee it was some fun times. I won't forget you ever and I know you are at peace and I hope you will catch some big fish over on the other side of the rainbow bless you for all the good times

Arlene Tyson

September 8, 2023

The two hardest things to say in life are hello for the first time and goodbye for the last rest in peace my friend

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Mt. Tabor Baptist Church,

2011 Fairmount Ave, Richmond, VA

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J M Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. - Petersburg

102 South Ave, Petersburg, VA 23803-4220

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