Jacob Lee Perdue Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jacob Lee Perdue was born August 18, 1983 in Waynesville, Missouri. He was one of two children born to the union of Robert and Linda (Wallace) Perdue. Jacob passed away December 21, 2018 at his home in Dixon, Missouri at the age of 35. Jacob attended the Waynesville R-VI School District from kindergarten through his senior year. He also received his Welding Certification through the Waynesville Technical Academy. Upon his early graduation from Waynesville Senior High, he expanded into concrete and general construction work. Jacob recently became a small business owner. He took great pride in his work and often volunteered his time and skills to help those in need. He recently built a much needed ramp for a local disabled individual. Jacob’s kind heart and giving ways have been felt by many in his community. Jacob was the proud father of Lillian Grace Perdue and he treasured every minute that they spent together. Jacob suffered through some difficult issues in his adult life. He possessed a strong will, determination, and a desire to succeed. With the love, support, and guidance of the South Central Missouri Area of NA, he proudly overcame all obstacles in his path. He considered them to be his extended family. Jacob had a passion and a talent for playing several musical instruments. He especially enjoyed playing his guitar. He enjoyed being outdoors fishing, boating and cookouts with friends and family. His smile and sense of humor were contagious. He spent his life being a loving, caring, compassionate, and kind son, brother, father, nephew, cousin and friend to many. Jacob brought happiness and laughter to everyone he met. Jacob will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his mother, Linda Perdue of Waynesville, MO; his brother, John Perdue of St. Louis, MO; his daughter, Lillian Grace Perdue of Overland Park, KS; several aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Jacob was preceded in death by his father, Robert Alan Perdue; paternal grandparents, Clarence and Mary (Knight) Perdue, Maternal grandparents, Salvatore and Velma (Wallace) Zarcone. Services were held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 30, 2018 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert with Bishop Wayne Daniels, Jr. officiating and Bobby Morrison recalling his memories of Jacob. The songs “Over the Rainbow” by Eve Cassidy, “Jealous of the Angels” by Donna Taggert and “Dancing in the Sky” by Dani & Lizzy were played. Honorary acknowledgement was South Central Missouri Area of NA. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Jacob Lee Perdue and may be left at the funeral home.

Jacob Lee Perdue

August 18, 1983 - December 21, 2018