George W Perkins, Jr.

September 28, 1966 - February 24, 2018
George W Perkins, Jr.

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George W  Perkins Jr. , 51, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family.

George was preceded in death by his father, George W Perkins Sr. who died in September 2014.  He is survived by his mother, Louise Ehlers Perkins; wife, Melissa Baker Perkins; sisters, Becky Thornton and husband Dillon of Raleigh, NC and Diane Keenan and husband Michael Keenan of Wilmington, brother-in-laws, Perry W. Baker and wife Carol of Martinsburg, WV and Bedford L. Baker of Murrells Inlet, SC;  sister-in-law, Cheryl Ann Herbert of Wilmington; daughters, Karri  Reid of Wilmington and Jennifer Nixon of Winnabow; 6 grandchildren, 2 great- grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and their children;   two aunts and numerous cousins. In addition to all those who loved him, he is survived by his two English bulldogs: Haley Launa Baker-Perkins and Bentley Elbert Baker-Perkins.

George retired from Wilmington Police Department with the rank of Captain on February 1, 2018. He was born and raised in Wilmington and loved the community, his fellow law enforcement associates and his job. He was an avid cyclist, riding thousands of miles each year. He was a member of Cape Fear Cyclists and Law Enforcement United. As a member of Law Enforcement United he rode in in honor of police officers killed in the line of duty and raised money for families of fallen officers.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Port City Community Church, 250 Vision Dr. Wilmington, NC. The family will greet friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may me may be made to the following organizations:

Wilmington Police Recreation Association at TMCFunding.com

Law Enforcement United at TMCFunding.com

New Hanover County Humane Society at TMCFunding.com

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S.41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.791.9099.

 

 

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  • February 27, 2018
    Brian Havican says:
    I met George during PUT back in 2007-2009. It was evident he was dedicated to helping make the rides a success. He was easy going and a pleasure to converse with while on the road those years. My condolences and prayers go out to George's family and friends.

  • February 27, 2018
    Gordon Hobbs says:
    RIP old friend. Praying for comfort for your family. Until we meet again.....

  • February 27, 2018
    Keith and Fairy Hales says:
    Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Can,t imagine the loss you feel. We will keep you in our prayers.

  • February 27, 2018
    Steve and Mary Ann Mangiacapre says:
    Missy and Family, our prayers for comfort go out to you all and know that you are being held tightly by our Lord. It was our honor to execute Fallen Officer bicycle events with George. Thank you for opening your home for planning meetings along with your hospitality and sharing him with the cycling community. He was loved by many!

  • February 27, 2018
    Tim Karp Jr. lit a candle:
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