Marilyn Derringer Perkins, of Casey County, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023. She was 78 years old.

Born on August 25, 1945, in Boyle County, KY, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Viola Taylor Derringer. Marilyn leaves behind a loving husband, Johnnie, whom she wed September 2, 1995. She spent her life as a caretaker for many members of her community. She is remembered as a selfless woman who touched many hearts. Marilyn loved to fish and was an avid bingo player. She formerly attended Brush Creek Pentecostal Church.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her three children, Deborah Hack, Tina Adams, and William Earnest “Buddy” Hack; sisters, Williebell, Liz, Valerie, Terica, and Merida; 6 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Loretta Ann; and her sister, Clara.

Mrs. Perkin’s wishes to be cremated have been honored. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements for Mrs. Marilyn Perkin’s have been entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guest book is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.