Claudia M. Perkins, 78, Neenah, died Thursday, February 9, 2017, at her home. She was born on March 16, 1938, in Neenah, daughter of Elmer and Gladys (Schoenrock) Koepke. Claudia was united in marriage to Larry Perkins on June 28, 1958, in Dubuque, Iowa. She enjoyed baking, casino, camping, family get-togethers, and playing cards. Claudia was employed with Industrial Towel and Uniform Inc. for 32 years.
Claudia is survived by her loving husband of 58 years: Larry; their children: Randall, Daniel, and Dave Perkins, Linda Laurin, Diane (Fred) Schultz; grandchildren: Dawn (Jeff) Smith, Jason Schultz, Tanya Schultz, Amanda (Chris) Micke, Alyssa, Bryan, Alex, and Daniel Perkins; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters: Crystal Smith and family and Kathy Meyer and family as well as many other relatives and friends.
Claudia is also preceded in death by her parents; siblings: Charles Koepke and Jerrine Josephs; and a great grandson: Jayce.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 140 S. Green Bay Rd., Neenah, with Rev. Robert Wilkinson officiating. Visitation will be held on Wednesday at the church from 12:00 Noon until the time of the service.
Mom ~ You will be deeply missed. You loved with all your heart and that is something we will always cherish. We love you.
Service Information
Visitation Wednesday
February 15, 2017
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
St. Mark Lutheran Church
140 S. Green Bay Road
Neenah, WI 54956
Funeral Service Wednesday
February 15, 2017
1:00 PM
St. Mark Lutheran Church
140 S. Green Bay Road
Neenah, WI 54956
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