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In loving memory

A “come and go” visitation:

January 6, 2021 at 6-8PM at Mullican Little Funeral Home at 754 State Hwy 56 E. Bells, Texas 75414

Graveside service:

Sunnyside Cemetery in Savoy, Texas on January 7, 2021 at 1PM

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Melissa Lynn Perkins

Melissa Lynn Perkins

February 21, 1961 - January 2, 2021

Melissa Lynn Perkins of Savoy, Texas passed away at her home on January 2, 2021, with family by her side, at the age of 59.

She was born on February 21, 1961 in Jacksonville, Arkansas to Glen G. and Nettie Sue Anderson Hair. She attended Colbert, Oklahoma schools and was a graduate of Colbert High School. She married Steve Perkins on October 14, 1988 in Sherman, Texas.

She owned and operated the very popular Perk’s Barbeque Stand in Savoy for many years, until health issues forced her to retire.

She is survived by her husband, Steve Perkins; brothers, James Hair and wife Cheryl, and Charles Hair all of Colbert. She is also survived by three step children, who she loved as her own. Angela Land and husband Shawn, Stevey and his fiancé Whitney, Krystal and husband Jared. Her mother-in-law, Sue Perkins; and eight grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Glenn G. and Nettie Sue Anderson Hair; one sister, Mary Elizabeth Hair; two brothers, Stephen Glen and Randy Brent Hair; her father-in-law, Bob Perkins.

In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to be made in Melissa Perkins honor to the Cancer Research Institute at www.cancerresearch.org

The family will receive friends at a “come and go” visitation on January 6, 2021 at 6-8PM at Mullican Little Funeral Home at 754 State Hwy 56 E. Bells, Texas 75414. There will be a Graveside service at Sunnyside Cemetery in Savoy, Texas on January 7, 2021 at 1PM with Brother Chris Merritt of First Baptist Church, Savoy officiating. Due to Covid-19, masks will be required at the visitation and the graveside service. Social distancing is requested.

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  1. Marvin n Susie Clay
    Marvin n Susie Clay on January 4, 2021 at 2:36 PM

    She was a fun person n friend n will b missed. Our thoughts r with u Steve n your family.

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  2. Donna Franklin
    Donna Franklin on January 4, 2021 at 6:20 PM

    So sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Will keep you in my prayers during this time.

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  3. Michael and Kristie Mannery
    Michael and Kristie Mannery on January 4, 2021 at 7:07 PM

    I sure had fun growing up and spending time every year at Easter and Christmas with Missy and all the cousins at Aunt Sue’s, Aunt Ann’s or Aunt Betty’s.

    That was great times!

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  4. Patricia Valentine
    Patricia Valentine on January 5, 2021 at 5:00 AM

    My heart and thoughts are with you all. I know how much she loved you and was loved in return and how much she endured to be a part of family events.

    Special lady 🙏

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  5. Kenneth and Cathy Rhudy
    Kenneth and Cathy Rhudy on January 6, 2021 at 11:23 PM

    Steve and family – You and family are in our thoughts and prayers. Praying for a peace and comfort that comes only through the presence of Jesus to be in your midst.

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  6. Roy & Linda Fuller
    Roy & Linda Fuller on January 7, 2021 at 10:55 AM

    So sorry for your loss, Missy was such a joyful person. Always had a big smile and a kind word. She will missed by her customers and all that knew and loved her. Cherish your memories.

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