She was born March 21, 1949, in Hanover County, Virginia, the only daughter of the late Clarence Edward and Juanita Virginia (Pulley) Roberson. Perlinda loved her dogs, Swiper and Flash.
Perlinda is survived by two daughters, Joyce LaPene of Galion and Becky (Brian) Miller of Upper Sandusky; five grandchildren, Kevin LaPene, Coby LaPene, Amber LaPene, Jessi Donaldson and Koda Donaldson; three great-grandchildren, Kaden, Addy and Brennan; two brothers, Ronnie Roberson and Winifred Roberson; and extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Emory Lawrence Flowers; and four brothers, Edward, Layton, Larry and Nelson Roberson.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date. The Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors is honored to serve the family.