George Stanley
Perkins, Jr.
September 17, 1946 - November 2, 2026
George Stanley Perkins, Jr.
September 17, 1946 – November 2, 2026
George was the son of Stanley and Lucille (née Glasscock) Perkins. He joined the family with three older sisters: Virginia, Myra and Elaine.
George loved to tell stories of his childhood. He grew up on Mud Road where his neighbors, “the Guthrie boys” included him in their backyard sports. Thus began his love of sports.
He attended school at Central. In High School, he excelled in multiple sports. He was inducted into the Lauderdale County Sports Hall of Fame in 2005. After graduation from Central High School, he attended Florence State (now the University of North Alabama) on a football scholarship. His years at Florence State were interrupted by the war in Vietnam. He joined the United States Air Force. He served in Vietnam during 1970 – 1971. He rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant. After his military service ended, he again enrolled at Florence State. During his last years in college, he joined the cheerleading squad. He enjoyed traveling to games with the teams. George also pledged Sigma Chi and made many lifelong friends. He acquired a BS in Accounting. Later, he returned to get his Teacher’s Certificate. He received a Master’s Degree from Florence State and a PhD from the University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS. He taught at Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA. He returned home and taught at Rogers and Wilson High Schools and coached and taught at Central and Brooks High Schools. He retired in 2011.
He was an avid sailor, hiker, and lover of the outdoors. At age 30, he learned to play the guitar. This truly changed his life. The Monday Night Choir Practices were happy times and brought him many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Virginia Phillips and Myra Brown; brother- in-law, Buddy Poorman; goddaughter Avery Heupal also predeceased him.
He is survived by his wife, June Thomas Perkins; step-sons: Seth (Amber) and Eric (Ann) Crews; step-grandchildren: Jackson, Gavin, Eston, and Ayla Crews; daughter, Leah Burchfield and family; beloved sister, Elaine Poorman; brother-in-law, Shannon Phillips; nephews: Kevin (Nancy) Phillips, Shan (Monica) Phillips; nieces: Pam (Dave) Ely, Dana (Bob) Phelps, Gwen (Kelly) Cheatham, Joy (Dave) Kelly, and Natalie Chanin. Also surviving are special great nephews/nieces and their families, and goddaughters Raleigh Hart Williams and Greer Hart McCormick, and his little buddy, Joe.
George will be remembered as a kind and simple man. His wishes were to be cremated and his ashes spread on the Perkins homeplace. He desired no formal service.
Special thanks to Dr. Tim Ashley and staff for years of kindness and Gentiva Hospice Staff, especially Jessica, Steven, Emma, Gloria, and Jeff.
Remembrances may be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery Fund, c/o DeeDee Flippo, 720 County Road 253, Florence AL 35633, or a charity of your choice.
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6 Comments on “George Stanley Perkins, Jr.”
George,
It’s so hard to imagine this world without you walking this earth, as you so loved to do, mile after mile, state following state.
It’s so hard to imagine Rhodesville without your smile and your guitar, a song in your heart and an open door at your home.
It’s even harder to know that our Monday night CIRCLE OF MUSIC, without you in the center, is in the past.
You welcomed me, but initially were weary of my loud voice and guitar. I toned it down for you; however, the friendship blossomed.
Heaven is a better place now that you are there…I will miss you greatly.
Dan Penny
The above comments by Dan include Liz Penny’s wishes.
Dear June and Family
Our deepest sympathies to you. George was such a special man. He was always so kind and giving, opening his home to so many people.
Our Thoughts and Prayers to all.
May He Rest in Peace. And May God Welcome Him with Open Arms into His Kingdom of Heaven.
God Bless
Liz & Dan Penny
June
Our deepest sympathies to you and the family. George was a very special man always, kind, giving man. He opened his home to many people and shared his love.
Our thoughts and prayers to you and the family.
May He Rest In Peace and May God Welcome Him with Open Arms into His Kingdom of Heaven.
God Bless
Liz & Dan Penny
I wish we could have spent more time reminiscing about our college days I’ll miss you old friend
George, I enjoyed having you as a teacher at Central and even more as a Co- worker at Wilson High School! I always enjoyed listening to your stories about the good ole days I will always remember how kind you always were to my daughters and how you made them laugh! Thank you for all your invitations to come hear you and your friends play and sing! Rest in peace my friend!