Daniel Justin Perkins

Daniel Justin Perkins, 47 of Ashley, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026 at Stillwater Hospice Home in Fort Wayne.

He was born on August 24, 1978 in Auburn.     

Daniel enjoyed listening to music and being outside, especially sitting beside a camp fire.  Daniel’s family wishes to extend their thanks and gratitude to all of the caretakers and group homes over the years that have helped him so much. 

Survivors include:

His father and step mother, Jerry and Terry Perkins of Ashley.

Brother and sister-in-law, Andy and Jenny Perkins of Waterloo.

Brother and sister-in-law, Jeremy and Kimberly Perkins of Hudson.

Brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Lisa Coler of Hudson.

Brother and sister-in-law, John and Diane Coler of Hudson.

Sister, Chrisi McFarren of Kendallville.

Several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

Daniel was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Susan and Denny Brand. 

The family will have a celebration of life at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to the family at fellerandclark.com and on our Facebook page at Feller and Clark Funeral Home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Feller and Clark Funeral Home in Waterloo.

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