Steven Darrel Perkins

April 7, 1958 - November 1, 2019

Steven Darrel Perkins OORAH Steven Darrell Perkins a loving son, Brother, Father, Grandfather, Great grandfather, and Friend. Passed away November 1, 2019 after a long battle with COPD. He was born April 7, 1958 in Orem UT, Son of Darrell and Barbara Perkins. Steven survived his sisters Linda(Scot)(Jason)Cristofferson, Michelle(Chris Parmen)(Tyler Doutis)(Colby Doutis), and Annette Perkins. Daughters Cryshelle(Jeff) deJong, Shannon(Abraham)Carlos, Son Meridian Garcia. Grandchildren, Micheal, Erik, Niko, Cody, Sierra, Canela, Shanny, Jessica, Jonathan, Angel. Great grandchildren, Anthony, Cruzito. Steven joined the Utah National Guard he was 19th Special Forces, airborne, Green Beret, cook, and supplier. He loved being a rigger. One of his favorite moments was when he parachuted off the Idaho fall bridge. After the guard he was a roofer, transporter, and a welder. His love for life was hunting, fishing, hiking, and anything to do with the mountains. One of his favorite places was Strawberry reservoir. He loved to amuse the kids by eating bugs. Steven was a strong man who loved to tell stories. He loved his chocolate doughnuts, hot tamales, dark chocolate, pancakes, and pot pies. Our Son, Brother, Father, Grandfather, Great grandfather will be missed, loved, cherished, and always in our hearts forever. He inspired and touched many lives. OORAH