Funeral Homes in Perks, IL

Facts about the city

Perks is an unincorporated community in Pulaski County, Illinois, United States. Perks is 7 miles (11 kilometers) northeast of Ullin. Perks has a post office with ZIP code 62973. Perks was originally known as Stringtown. The community has one grocery store and gas station, Caspers Store. Local attractions include the Cache River State Natural Area. Perks has fewer than 100 people, many of whom are farmers or longtime residents of the community.On July 3, 2012, the town was badly hit by a twister/tornado from two winds colliding in the Perks, Illinois area. None were injured or killed, but several houses were hit by large, falling trees, and one uninhabited house got completely hit by a falling tree. A barn was destroyed, and pieces went into a cornfield, also ruining a brand new truck.

Perks Obituaries

It was revealed by Anna Gazette-Democrat on November 13th, 2014 that Peter Joseph Rodriguez died in Perks, Illinois.  Rodriguez was 55 years old and was born in New Brunswick, NJ.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Peter Joseph's life.

It was noted on June 7th, 2012 that Lenora "Amy" Canupp (Taylor) perished in Saint Peters, Missouri.  Ms. Canupp was 91 years old and was born in Perks, IL.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Lenora "Amy"'s life.

It was noted on December 29th, 2011 that Thomas J Sr Lonas passed away in Leesburg, Florida.  Lonas was 100 years old and was born in Perks, IL.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Thomas J Sr's life.

It was disclosed on October 6th, 2011 that Leon Lentz perished in Scottsdale, Arizona.  Lentz was 72 years old and was born in Perks, IL.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Leon's life.

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