Robert John Perryman

Mr. Robert John Perryman, age 82, of Trenton, Florida passed away peacefully on December 16, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 11, 1939, in Trenton, to Epperson Lewis Perryman and Lora Bell (Blitch) Perryman. As a young man, Mr. Perryman enlisted in the United States Army where he served for several years. After his service, he moved back to Trenton and began a career with the Gainesville Fire Department eventually retiring with the rank of Captain. Above all, Mr. Perryman enjoyed spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Mr. Perryman is survived by his loving wife of almost 60 years, Linda Mathis Perryman of Trenton; his children Carmen (Travis) Law, Robert “Bobby” (Candi) Perryman, JD (Krista) Perryman, and Jason (Jara) Perryman all of Trenton; 10 grandchildren, Sarah, Shelly, Ashliegh, Taylor, Colby, CJ, Rebekah, Rachel, Tyler, and Brendan; 16 great-grandchildren; siblings, Myrtle (Conrad) Justice of Trenton, Faye Clark of Suwannee, Jerry (Linda) Perryman, Alex (Joyce) Perryman, and Mary Jo (Harry) Summers all of Trenton; a host of extended family also survive.
A visitation with the family will be held on Sunday, December 19, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm at the Watson-Milton Funeral Home in Trenton. Immediately following the visitation, a graveside service will be held at Bethel Baptist Cemetery in Trenton with Bro. Ed Leanza officiating. Watson-Milton Funeral Home, 352-463-8888. www.WatsonMilton.com