Irene D Perkins Nee Duffield Age 90, passed away Friday May 1, 2015 at Our Lady of Angels Retirement home in Joliet, with family by her side. She is survived by her husband of 66 years James F. Perkins, daughters Nancy (Greg ) Nieland, Ava (Carmon) Paris, a son Frank (Penny) Perkins, grandchildren Chris (Autumn) Nieland, Stephanie Nieland, Nick (Christine) Perkins, Amanda (Aaron) Singleton, Jenny Perkins, great - grandchildren; Wesley and Carter Nieland, Brinley and Baby Singleton, Sisters Verna Lange, Mary Pierson, a brother Wilbur Duffield and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Irene was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Florence Duffield, a brother Harold Duffield. Irene was happiest when she was sewing, cooking and crafting. Funeral services for Irene will be held at 2 pm Tuesday May 5, 2015 at the Woodlawn Funeral home in Joliet. Pastor Kevin Comfort officiating. Internment Woodlawn Memorial Park I. Family will receive friends on Tuesday May 5, 2015 from 12 noon until time of service. In lieu of flowers memorials can be sent to Judson Church of Joliet, 2800 Black Road Joliet, IL 60435.