William F. Perkins
Dec. 16, 1956 to Nov. 5, 2024

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — It is was great sadness that the family of Bill Perkins announces his passing. His valiant struggle with Lewy body dementia has ended.

Bill grew up in Fairfax and Petaluma, attending Casa Grande High School.

He went on to earn a bachelor of science degree from California State University, Chico in computer science, and later a master’s degree from National University.

Bill worked for 20-plus years with different tech companies around the Bay Area. When the family moved to Clearlake, Bill changed careers to selling real estate. He also was on the Clearlake Planning Commission.

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Kathy, and their daughter, Elizabeth Perkins; his mother, Maxine Colla; brother, Don Perkins; and sister, Barbara Perkins.

He was preceded in death by his son, Sean Perkins; father, Russell Perkins; and sister, Jan Perkins.

Bill had many interests and hobbies that he enjoyed and enjoyed sharing with others. When his children were active in sports, Bill helped by coaching or umpiring games.

Bill was a Master Gardner and shared his knowledge at events around the lake. Bill loved being on the lake: boating, water skiing, and fishing.

He was also an avid scuba diver, and was lucky enough to dive at some extraordinary sites: Somosomo Strait, Great White Wall and the Red Sea.

His love of diving led to another hobby of salt water aquariums. Bill was always looking for cool rocks, listening to music and playing pool.

He will be deeply missed by family, friends and all who knew him.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.