Obituary
Canandaigua- Lawrence David “Larry” Perkins, age 88, passed away at home on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Calling hours will be held on Friday, April 3, from 3-5 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home, 2583 East Main St., Gorham, NY 14461. A memorial service will follow calling hours at 5 p.m.. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, South Livonia, NY.
Larry was born on October 8, 1937, a son of the late Burton E. and Mary E. (Holmes) Perkins. He was the Director of Physical Education for over 30 years at the Rochester City School District. Larry and Linda built their own home on Keuka Lake. He loved fishing with his family on Keuka Lake and enjoyed sports. Larry was a very kind man who was loved and respected by his family and colleagues.
Larry is survived by his wife, Linda (Richmond) Perkins; sons, Craig (Tracey) Perkins and Lance Perkins; grandchildren, Lawrence, Natalie, Griffen and Aidan; brother, Kenneth (Robin) Perkins; sister-in-law, Rose Perkins; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Larry was predeceased by his parents and siblings, Marilyn Perkins, Ernest “Ernie” Perkins, Neal Perkins, Lorna (Larry) Eddy, Robert “Bobby” (Dusty) Perkins and Alan Perkins.
Please visit www.perkinsamesfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to Larry’s Family.
Services
Calling Hours
Perkins-Ames Funeral Home
Main Street, Stanley
Memorial Service
Perkins-Ames Funeral Home
Main Street, Stanley
Condolences
Carol Fox on Mar. 28, 2026
Very sorry to hear of your Brother's passing. Sending hugs and prayers to you, Robin and the rest of the family. 🙏🙏
Allen & Mary Burnett from 1246 Phelps Rd., Potter NY 14507 on Mar. 29, 2026
Sending thoughts and prayers to Ken and Robin and Family on the passing of Larry. It sounds like he was a bright light in his lifetime here on the Lords Earth so I'm sure he has a special spot in Heaven. God Bless all of Larry's Family and Friends
Ron Brown from Canandaigua on Mar. 29, 2026
Martha and I are thinking of you and your family .
Steve & Barb Howard from Oswego, NY on Mar. 31, 2026
Linda, Craig and Lance. We are so sorry that Larry has passed. He was truly a nice guy, Neighbor and friend. May he rest in peace.
Cindy Dellavilla from Webster ny on Mar. 31, 2026
Linda and family,
I'm so sorry to hear that Larry passed. We think of you often when we are fishing and floating around Keuka. We hope you treasure all your happy memories of your years together.
Cindy
Susan Fuhrman from Rochester NY on Apr. 1, 2026
Dear Linda,
Am very sorry for your loss. 66 years ago, Larry was an usher in our wedding. And before that a good friend of Jerry's. Recently I found a picture of you and Larry at a party in our home. Party hat on you, noise maker in Larry's mouth, and of course a drink your hands. (:-) Many years have gone by, but Jerry never forgot his friendship with Larry. On January 4th of this year, also at 88, Jerry passed. Linda, each of us have been blessed with long marriage, and years with "best friend" ever. My heart goes out to you in missing Larry. Will keep you in thought and prayer ----am finding that grief is the price we pay for love. Sincerely, Sue
Charles Bastian from Penfield, NY on Apr. 1, 2026
Linda and family - We are so sorry to hear. Larry was our ”go to” person at the lake next door for all of our project questions and advice! We loved how you turned your cottage into your beautiful home and gave us inspiration to do the same. Steven loved to always talk to Mr. Perkins about fishing. Great memories at Keuka next door will always be remembered……..Thank you Linda!
Maurice Bell from Rochester on Apr. 1, 2026
Linda and family,
My sincere condolences regarding the loss of a great guy.
Maurice
Ron Skuse from Rochester, New York 14610 on Apr. 2, 2026
Dear Linda, Craig,Lance and family,
It has been a long time and my hope is that all are doing well during this difficult time. I am so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I remember a smart and kind man who always took time at work to talk to me.
Life changes around us but those wonderful memories keep us going. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
All the best, Ron
Janet, Susan Koller, Albano from 5346 Sunflower Dr on Apr. 3, 2026
Dearest Linda and family, having Larry as our Nextdoor neighbor on Angela Way was so wonderful! Larry was always smiling, helping Linda around the house and the perfect Gardner! Always a smile for Everyone that walked by💖we are so sad that you had to leave, but know that you are resting in the arms of our Lord!✝️💟
Donna Spink from Hall on Apr. 3, 2026
So very sorry to hear of your brothers passing.