Born June 5, 1925 in Charlotte, NC, he was the son to the late Paul R. Perkins and Annie Lee Sullivan Perkins.
He was a US Navy WWII Veteran. After his service, he worked in lending and was a former Vice President of Bank of America. John was a charter member of Saint Paul Presbyterian Church in Greensboro. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and fascinated by all things financial. He loved watching baseball in his free time.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Perkins was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jean Mulligan Perkins; a brother Thomas L. Perkins; and a sister Pauline Perkins McCall. He is survived by his son, Scott Perkins and wife Olga of Greensboro; granddaughters, Dr. Tyler Perkins and Casey Perkins; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Greensboro Urban Ministry in memory of John Barber Perkins.
Hanes Lineberry North Elm Chapel is assisting the Perkins family. Online condolences may be made @ www.haneslineberryfuneralhomes.com