It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Dean Perkins. Born on February 15th, 1953, Gary left us too soon on September 30th, 2023. He was someone with a heart as vast as the ocean, and his personality was best described as loveable, caring and funny . His humor was a source of light in many lives and the legacy he leaves behind.

Gary's greatest accomplishments were not his professional accolades, but the love he poured into his family. He was a man who taught by example, showing through his actions what it meant to be selfless, to give without the expectation of receiving, and to love unconditionally. This life lesson is one of many that he left for his loved ones to cherish and follow.

His memory will be eternally cherished by his loving wife, Laura Perkins, and his sons, Jarod (Megan) and Garrison Perkins. Gary also leaves behind his step-children, Zach (Lizzie) Henderson, Amanda Henderson, and Jessica (Chris) Ecker, all of whom held a special place in his heart.

A loving presence in his family, Gary will also be missed immensely by his grandchildren, Addison and Charlotte Perkins, Carson Ours, Brantley Conyers, Ethan Henderson, Noah and Mary Henderson and Hannah Ecker. 

A Celebration of Life for Gary will be held at the home of his eldest son, Jarod, on October 29th, 2023 from 2:00pm-6:00pm at 8 Addison Street Casstown, OH 45312. Attendance will be an opportunity for those who knew and loved Gary to share stories, laugh, cry, and celebrate a life well-lived. Gary may not be with us in person, but his spirit and the love he showed us will live on forever.

**Below**   Dayton Daily News obituary 

Gary D. Perkins 70, of Pomery, OH passed away Saturday September 30th 2023. Formally of Dayton, OH Gary was born in La Fallette,TN on February 15th 1953. The son of Herbert Harrison Perkins and Mary Ellen Robey. 

Gary is survived by his wife Laura Perkins: His two sons, Jarod (Megan) Perkins of Casstown, OH and Garrison Perkins of Greenville, OH. His Step Children: Zach (Lizzie) Henderson, Amanda Henderson and Jessica (Chris) Ecker. 

Grandchildren: Addison and Charlotte Perkins, Carson Ours and Brantley Conyers. Step Grandchildren: Noah and Mary Henderson, Ethan Henderson and Hannah Ecker.

Gary grew up in Dayton, OH and graduated from Stivers H.S. in 1971. He served in the United States Marine Corps, worked for Refiners Transport in Middletown, OH, AGA, Linde and Air gas of Dayton with over 40 years as an experienced truck driver. 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two Sisters: Brenda Howell and Patricia Wyatt, his Brother Alan Perkins and his Niece, Tracy L. Perkins. 

Gary was a loving, family man and his humor was a source of light in many lives and the legacy he leaves behind. 

A celebration of life will be held at the home of his eldest son, Jarod, on Sunday October 29th 2023 from 2-6 PM at 8 Addison Street Casstown, OH 45312. Attendance will be an opportunity for those who knew and loved Gary to share stories and celebrate a life well-lived. 

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