L.W. "Dud" Perkins, Sr., 88, of DeQuincy, passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at his residence. He was born to his late parents Lyman and Ethel Perkins on August 26, 1930 in Starks, LA. He was a Private in the U.S. Air Force. He worked for Bethlehem Steel and retired in 1985. He later married Diane in 1965, and moved to DeQuincy where he raised his family. He enjoyed watching sports, visiting with his friends and family, and loved working with his hands whether it be mechanic, construction, or helping others. He was an excellent Artist, and had a degree in Drafting from Sowela, which he got later in life.
He is survived by his three daughters, Jeana, Mary (William), Ruth (Kenneth); and one son, Wendell (Rhonda); two sisters, Alva Allemand of Beaumont, TX, Freddie Ann LeBlanc of Erath, LA; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Dud is preceded in death by his loving wife of 32 years, Diane; his parents; three brothers; and four sisters.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2019 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Hixson Snider Funeral Home of DeQuincy. A private service will be held at a later date, with burial to follow at Rigmaiden Cemetery. Services entrusted to Hixson Snider Funeral Home of DeQuincy.
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