Jimmy Eugene Perkins, 78, of Plant City, died Oct. 15, 2014, at Sun City Center Hospice House in Ruskin.
Born Dec. 4, 1935, in Bright, Indiana, he was the son of the late Hubert and Thelma Keyes Perkins. He was the husband of Nancy Mobley Perkins; she survives.
Mr. Perkins was a member of the Plant City Church of Christ and retired from TECO. He loved camping, hunting and fishing. He was an avid golfer. He raced cars and was a NASCAR fan. He was also an artisan who made knives, cast nets, lures and flies, and turkey calls, Mr. Perkins volunteered for the Florida State Park Service.
Also surviving are sons, Steve Perkins and Jason (Candy) Perkins; brother, Tommy (Sue) Perkins; and grandchildren, Shannon Hogan, Desirae Perkins Blanton, Janice Perkins and Regan Perkins.
A memorial service was held Saturday, Oct. 18, at Haught Funeral Home. Donations may be made in Mr. Perkins’ memory to LifePath Hospice.
Condolences may be made at HaughtFuneralHome.com.