Ronald J. Perkins

Ronald J. Perkins, resident of Madison, passed away at age 76, Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at his home. He married Janina Totarella in 1980. Ron served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. In his early years, he was a model and worked as a lifeguard at Walnut Beach. He went on become the founder of American Brazing, Inc. in Willoughby as well as Polychem Corp. in Mentor. He was a talented artist and photographer, who loved to sail and play a good round of golf. He was a devout Christian who dedicated his life to Christ. He is survived by wife, Jan Perkins of Madison; children, Renee (Bill) Dietz; Cheryl Perkins; Ronald (Theresa) Perkins andCindi (Troy) Allison; grandchildren, Ronald, Nicholas, Cody, Cortni, Tyler, Trent, Hannah and Tatum; sisters, Betty Halgas and Debbie Cimorell. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Charles Perkins. A Memorial Service will be held for family and friends at 5:00 pm., on Monday April 9, 2012 at New Life Assembly of God, 1961 LaFevre Rd. Geneva, OH. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Avenue. Cleveland, OH 44110-2602. Arrangements being handled by The Behm Family Funeral Homes, 26 River St., Madison, OH 44057.