Richard E.

"Rich" Perl

Richard E. "Rich" Perl, age 76, passed away peacefully in the arms of the Lord on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, IN.

Rich was born on April 16, 1948 in Paulding, OH to the late Richard R. and Fannie (Shafer) Perl. On May 21, 1983 he married the love of his life, Marsha Beamer. Rich proudly served his country in the United States Navy. For 25 years, Rich worked as a carpenter for Dilly Door in Defiance. Rich was a member of the Paulding Eagles 2405, Moose Lodge #2236 in Hilliard, OH, and the Defiance Amvets Post 1991. He was also a member of Paulding United Methodist Church. Rich was inducted into the Dart Throwers Hall of Fame. He also loved horses.

Rich will be lovingly missed by his wife, Marsha Perl, Paulding, OH; sons: Matthew (Robbyn) Hodge, Cecil, OH; Jamie King, FL; daughters, Terry (Nick) Hurlbert, NY; Stacy (Sharon) Richardson, PA; stepddaughters: Margo (Bob) Kyser, IN; Melissa (Denny) Coburn, Defiance, OH; Mindy (Richard) Wilt, Adrian, MI; brothers: Paul (Bert) Perl, Van Wert, OH; David Perl, Paulding, OH; Richie (Lori) Perl, Columbus, OH; sisters: Melody Peffley, Butler, IN; Rita Perl, OH; sister-in-laws, Judy Perl, Joann Perl, and Jen Perl; 14 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; beloved dog, Bella.

Rich was also preceded in death by his brothers: Phil Perl, Willard Perl, Bob Perl, Gail Perl; sister, Phyllis Perl; one grandson, Skylar Huth.

Calling hours will be held from 5:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Den Herder Funeral Home. Private burial will be held at a later date in Live Oak Cemetery with military honors.

Memorial contributions may be made to Den Herder Funeral Home or Defiance Amvets Post 1991.

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