In Remembrance Of
Rhonda Perks
Rhonda Christina Perks, 60 of Gower, MO passed away Friday, October 9, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, MO after a brief illness.
She was born on July 4, 1960 in St. Joseph, MO to Ivan Courtney, Sr., and Evelyn (Phillips) Courtney. Rhonda grew up in St. Joseph and graduated from Benton High School.
On September 16, 1978 she was united in marriage to Jim Perks. After their marriage they lived in Gower where they raised their 3 children Josh, Shawn and Courtney.
Rhonda worked 19 years at the Gower Convalescent Center. She was an avid garage seller and enjoyed spending time with her cousins Debbie Steiner and Diane McIntosh. Rhonda loved her puppy “Precious” and most of all she loved her family and her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mom Evelyn Courtney and her brother Ivan Courtney, Jr.
Rhonda is survived by her husband of 42 years, Jim Perks; children Josh (Jenny) Perks, Shawn Perks and Courtney (Marshal) Perks; grandchildren Lauren, Joshie, Kaycee, Kaylynn, Julie, Levi Dustin, Kamryn, Conner and Layla; her dad Ivan Courtney, Sr.; brother Mark (Becky) Courtney; sister Deanna Courtney; numerous other family members and friends.
Visitation: 1:00-2:00 p.m. with Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 19th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
Burial: Mt. Zion Cemetery, Gower, MO
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the funeral home.
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17 comments
Shell Courtney
I miss you so much. You fought so hard. Fly high my angel. Hug grandma and Uncle Ivan for me. Please check on us from time to time. I love you
Cheryl sutton
Sorry for loss. You are all in my prayers.
Jeremy Thomas Morgan
My condolences to the family and friends of such a wonderful woman and a good mother to her children she will be missed by many my prayers and thoughts to the family.
Jody Lyons
Rhonda was a very Dear Friend❤
Gary House
I’m so sorry for your loss
Debbie Steiner
Thats a beautiful picture of Rhonda. I can’t believe she is gone. I love her so much. Sending love and hugs to Jim, Josh, Shawn and Courtney. Love you guys ❤❤❤❤
Crista Gibson
I worked with Rhonda for a few years and she was the sweetest person. Always there to listen if needed. Now she’s in a better place. Love you Rhonda.
Debbie Scroggins
Fly high my friend….to Rhondas family, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a very special person..you all are in my prayers
Whitley Courtney
I love you so much Aunt Rhonda I’ll miss you so much
Marsha and Roger Ferris
So sorry for your loss she was a great lady and a friend
Doris Morgan
Since sympathies to all the families. So sorry for your loss, prayers being sent for all of you. RIP
James Cockriel
In the short time I knew Rhonda Perks, she was a beautiful and wonderful person. I’m thankful for getting to know her. May she now rest in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Heather Miller
Our sincerest condolences to the Perks family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Rhonda
Debra J Stoltenberg
Dear Jimbo,
I’m so sorry to hear about Rhonda. My heart breaks for you and family. She put up a hard fight, loved her family, and was a great wife to you. Please know she is at peace now, doesn’t help your loss, or pain, but she will be a great guardian angel looking over her family …. Deepest condolences Deb (King)and Stu Stoltenberg
Charlotte Reeves
I’m very sorry for your loss.
Suzie Morgan
My deepest sympathy going out to all the family. So sorry for your loss, may God give you all strength to get through the days ahead.
Jody Lyons
So Sorry for your loss Thoughts and Prayers for the family