Rosalee Perkins

Rosalee Perkins, age 95, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. She was born on November 26, 1929 in Paris, Kansas the daughter of the late Clarence and Rilla (McDowell) Daniel.

Rosalee graduated from Manuel High School in Kansas City, class of 1946. She married neighbor Leonard Perkins, who had served in the Army for 13 years, on November 29,1947 in Kansas City, Missouri. They lived on Charlotte St. near numerous other family members, later moving to Lee’s Summit in 1967 to raise their two sons, John and Dennis.

She worked at the Phillips 66 Company, then the American Hereford Association until her retirement. In her spare time Rosalee was both of her sons’ Cub Scout Leader. For decades, Rosalee organized her family for weekend camping trips with many other family members at Pomme de Terre Lake. When Rosalee found time to relax, she enjoyed knitting blankets, John still has a blue one his mom made. Rosalee’s sister-in-law Fern taught her how to play Pokeno, which she enjoyed even in her 90s at her retirement complex with other residents. Rosalee continued her lifelong love of reading for as long as she was able.

In memory of her grandson Dalton, Rosalee raised money and participated in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's annual Light The Night Walk fundraiser. Rosalee along with other family members and friends walked together in a group known as The Dalton Gang.

Rosalee lived a life full of love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and the joy she brought to everyone around her. Rosalee was a beloved wife, loving mother, and devoted grandmother.

Rosalee was proceeded in death by her son, Dennis Ray Perkins; her grandson, Dalton Perkins; her husband Leonard John Perkins; her brothers, Charles W. Daniel and Raymond L. Daniel; and her sister, Mary Ellen Torrey. She is survived by her son, John J. Perkins; grandsons William (Lisa) Perkins and Jeffrey Perkins; great-grandsons Drake and Finley; and her sister Lois Eileen Baston.

On June 11 there will be a Visitation at 9:30 at Presentation Catholic Church, 130 NW Murray Rd, Lee’s Summit, MO and the Mass of Christian Burial will start at 10:00. An Interment Service at Mount Olivet Cemetery 7601 Blue Ridge Blvd follows the Mass.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. May her memory be a blessing to all.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at www.lls.org. There is a Donate button on the Home Page.