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“My Heart Goes Out To The Family And Real Friends , I Rememeber When I Always Use To See Durk In KnF Buying His Sandwhiches . :))) He Love Those...Read More »
1 of 49 | Posted by: Rachel Dryden - Wilmington, DE

“I didn't know Dirk personally,he was spoke so highly of being one of Wilmington's greatest Sprawlers(Boxing). To the family take care he is truley...Read More »
2 of 49 | Posted by: Janaye, Hall - DE

“My Deepest Condolences to the family, The loss of a love one is never easy, but pains our heart. Death attacks us all no matter who we are. So...Read More »
3 of 49 | Posted by: Katherine Hunt - DE

“To Tee and The Family. Never forget the moments: good or bad. God knows his heart and he will be with you always. Peace & Love Together Forever...Read More »
4 of 49 | Posted by: Lynnette Graham - DE

“Sorry 4 ya loss. Went to school with Dirky. So sad to hear that he is gone so soon. May he rest in peace and the family find comfort in knowing that...Read More »
5 of 49 | Posted by: Doni - Wilmington, DE

“R.I.P CUZIN DIRK U WILL BE MISS....!!! ”
6 of 49 | Posted by: LAKISHA SELBY - WILMINGTON, DE

“May u rest n peace cuzn dirky,god bless ur parents&siblings&all other family members,one luv,cuzn tish zy bink du&rickyraH ”
7 of 49 | Posted by: latisha wing - new castle, DE

“Cuz, sorry you had to go so soon,but there is a better place for you now where you'll never have to worry again. Your in GOD'S HANDs Love ya ”
8 of 49 | Posted by: Tonya Grimes(perkins) - bear, DE

“Taryn(T) and family, We are so sorry for your great loss. Please know that our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God...Read More »
9 of 49 | Posted by: Maureta Collins - Newark, DE

“My condolences and prayers go out to the Perkins family. I have known Dwayne ever since he was about 16 years old. We used to play basketball every...Read More »
10 of 49 | Posted by: Speedy - wilmington, DE

“MAY GOD KEEP AND HOLD YOUR FAMILY THROUGH THE TIME OF YOUR LOST.JUST TO LET U KNOW I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS LOVE THE CHANDLER FAMILY I WILL...Read More »
11 of 49 | Posted by: shameeka chandler,sirmans - DE

“To Tee and Blue[Kenny]. I remember Durk when he was a kid, very quiet and shy. He seemed to be gentleman of his culture. May God Keep you both close...Read More »
12 of 49 | Posted by: Terry Walls - Wilmington, DE

“My prayers go out to Sleep and the rest of the family. RIP Cousin Durk ”
13 of 49 | Posted by: Ashley Thomas - Wilmington, DE

“My prayers are with you all during this time of breavement. Stay strong, and keep the faith may God continue to be with you and your entire family...Read More »
14 of 49 | Posted by: Dawn Wright-Matthews - Wilmington, DE

“From the first time i saw his face i loved him. Tee thank you for allowing me to be in Durkee life. I know that he is gone,but im going to hold on to...Read More »
15 of 49 | Posted by: carolyn williams - odessa, DE

“From the first time i saw his face i loved him. Tee thank you for allowing me to be in Durkee life. I know that he is gone,but im going to hold on to...Read More »
16 of 49 | Posted by: carolyn williams - odessa, DE

“Tee, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Remember God is with you. ”
17 of 49 | Posted by: Istavan Norwood - wilmington, DE

“To Aunt Tee, NeNe, Malinda, Taryn, & Vincent. I am sorry that my cousin had to be taken away from us so suddenly. We made the best of the best when...Read More »
18 of 49 | Posted by: Antoine (South ) Perkins - DE

“To Tee and rest of the Perkins family. There are no words that can express the loss of a loved one. But how good it is to know they are resting in...Read More »
19 of 49 | Posted by: The Parker & Gibbs Family - DE

“To Tee, Ne Ne, Malinda, Taryn and Vincent, his father, and children. So sorry to hear of the passing of Durky. Remeber to alwys cherish his precious...Read More »
20 of 49 | Posted by: Janice Butcher Perkins - DE

“I am a friend of the family and had the oppurtunity to meet Dwayne. He was a stand up guy, who loved and wanted best for his family. The decisions we...Read More »
21 of 49 | Posted by: Thomas Morrison - Parkside, PA

“may allah forgive and extend his unlimited blessings upon you inshallah we will be together in jannah and to the family stay strong and remember the...Read More »
22 of 49 | Posted by: warren johnson - newcastle, DE

“may allah forgive and extend his unlimited blessings upon you inshallah we will be together in jannah ”
23 of 49 | Posted by: warren johnson - newcastle, DE

“To my family: My prayers are with you all during this time of breavement. To my cousins Bobby & Tee...stay strong and turn not only too each other...Read More »
24 of 49 | Posted by: Keenesha Miller (Muskrat) - DE

“Tee, my heartfelt prayers go out to you and Kenny and the entire Perkins family. May the Lord bless you and keep you during this difficult time. ”
25 of 49 | Posted by: Dehigh Wright-Tarrer - NC

“I never knew Dwayne, but my  condolences go out to those who did...And his kids, who won't get the chance to keep knowing him.  ”
26 of 49 | Posted by: Kirk J Elrod - Middletown, DE

“Tee, We would like to offer our heartfelt condolences to you and your family in the loss of your son. I pray that God will be with you to...Read More »
27 of 49 | Posted by: Carol Wilmore-Holtmeyer - DE

“First and for most i would like to give all the glory and honor to god, job well done Tee, because we all know in our father house their "many"...Read More »
28 of 49 | Posted by: Sharon - new castle, DE

“Are heart felt sympathy goes out to the Perkins family. I dont know how you feel but with the love of child,brother,son,father I can only imagine....Read More »
29 of 49 | Posted by: Money and Kassie - Chicago, IL

“Tee-tee, you and your family are in my prayers, stay strong and hold on to God. Love Micki ”
30 of 49 | Posted by: Diana Dixon - Wilmington, DE

“Tee I offer my Condolences and Prayers to you and your family. Please call me if you need anything. Love Always Ella ”
31 of 49 | Posted by: Merriella McMillian - Lancaster, PA

“To the family~ Condolences to you all. I pray that God will get you through this storm. I also pray that God will send his comforter down to...Read More »
32 of 49 | Posted by: Trish Mangrum Pulliam - DE

“To Tee and the Perkins, I would like to offer my deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow. R.I.P. Durky ”
33 of 49 | Posted by: Kaytina - New Castle, DE

“My Condolences go out to his mother (Tee) and the extended family. My God grant you all the strength you need to endure this loss. My God bless his...Read More »
34 of 49 | Posted by: Kay Southerland - Wilmington, DE

“To the Perkins family sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to his children. ”
35 of 49 | Posted by: vicki lynch - wilmington, DE

“Hi Tee this is put -put that is what you know me by I just want to say to you that my heart Goout to you but I know that the Lord do not put stuff on...Read More »
36 of 49 | Posted by: pudden - wilm, DE

“To the Perkins family... my heart goes out to you... I am sorry for your loss and may god strengthen you.... you are in my prayers... ”
37 of 49 | Posted by: Dineen wright thomas - NC

“Wow,Durk.. Its been a long time since ive seen u.. I remember u as a little kid in Rosegate always with that basketball.. I thought u was this cute...Read More »
38 of 49 | Posted by: Tikie Woodard - Newcastle, DE

“Tee, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Trust and believe GOD will see you through. ”
39 of 49 | Posted by: Stacia Matthews - New Castle, DE

“Tee, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Trust and believe GOD will see you through. ”
40 of 49 | Posted by: Stacia Matthews - New Castle, DE

“This Peaunut ,you know who i am . But i miss you so much Love-Peaunut , Eyvonne , and family ”
41 of 49 | Posted by: Lonnie wilson - Penns grove nj, NJ

“Tee, We would like to express our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family in the passing of your son. Our prayers are with you and your...Read More »
42 of 49 | Posted by: The Henderson's - Wilmington, DE

“Tee Tee, I'm so sorry to hear of derkee's passing. My prayers are with you and the family. May god be with you during this time. ...Read More »
43 of 49 | Posted by: leah knotts - newark, DE

“Kamal you are forever locked in my heart... i miss you and love you...Durk watch over you mom nd your sisters nd brothers let them know that its OK...Read More »
44 of 49 | Posted by: tinisha williams - DE

“so sorry for your lost i feel like i lost a son to ”
45 of 49 | Posted by: geneva williams - wilmington, DE

“"My name is Perk and this is more -I body jam boogie 'til the floor get sore - I packed up everything that wasn't nailed to the floor - then gave a...Read More »
46 of 49 | Posted by: Shayla Perkins - rockville, MD

“I Love him forever and will cherish all the time that we had together. My heart is aching,and one of these days I will come to grips with this. Gone...Read More »
47 of 49 | Posted by: Tiona Malone - Wilmington, DE

“To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Lets celebrate all the life and happiness that we had the opportunity to share with Durkee...Read More »
48 of 49 | Posted by: Demetrius Todd - Wilmington, DE

“Tee May you find everlasting peace during your time of sorrow. ”
49 of 49 | Posted by: Carolyn - wilmington, DE


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Dwayne Robert Perkins (Durk), age 31, departed this life Thursday, February 23, 2012, in Crozier Hospital. He was the father of Dymond Perkins and Aliyah Perkins; son of Taryn Perkins and Kenny A. Cooper (Barbara). Durk was the brother of Vincent Perkins, Antonio Carter, Denise Perkins, MaLinda Perkins, and Taryn Perkins, Darius Howell, James Moon and Corey Bursh. He is also survived by Grandmom, Hattie Perkins; devoted uncle, Robert (Bob) Perkins; bestfriend, Bryan Flowers; closest cousin, Kevin Perkins; godparents, Phil and Carolyn Williams. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mae Ruth Cooper and William Cooper; maternal grandfather, Leon Taylor; Funeral 12 noon Friday, March 9, at Mt. Joy United Methodist Church, 455 Townsend Street, Wilmington, DE 19801; viewing 10-11:45 am only. Burial Gracelawn Memorial Park.

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