Dutch retired as a Lieutenant Firefighter from Eastman Kodak after serving 32 years. He was also a Volunteer Firefighter for Greece Ridge Fire Department for 28 years. He was a dedicated NASCAR fan who attended multiple races a year. When he was not able to attend a race, he would enjoy watching it at Xtreme Wings with his family and friends. Quiet days were spent walking his dog, going fishing or watching westerns and Wheel of Fortune. He loved spending time with his family and friends, but most of all enjoyed being a grandfather. To Dutch, everyone was a friend and he was loved by all.
He is survived by his loving wife, Gisela (Goehrke) Perrin; children, Cathy, Chuck (Shelley), Tim (Anita), David, Patty (Chuck) and Hugh; 15 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and his sister, Ellie Nelson (Bob).