Charlotte Ellen Perkins, 84, of Whitewater passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at her home in Whitewater.
Charlotte was born on August 29, 1940 to Allan and Florence (Bishop) Agen. She graduated from Palmyra High School. Charlotte married Douglas Congdon on June 11,1960 and together they raised four daughters: Elizabeth, Mary, Laura & Amy in Mukwonago, WI.
She worked as a CNA in Fairhaven’s Skilled Nursing while completing her education and becoming a Certified Medical Assistant, she worked for a time at Orthopedic Associates and then returned to Fairhaven in Whitewater to work in Fairhaven’s Memory Care facility.
Later, Charlotte met Forrest Perkins and the two were married on February 27, 2002 in Gulf Shores, AL.
Family was very important to Char and she spent as much time as possible with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren as they were growing up. She also enjoyed her flower beds (especially her Hostas), playing Mahjong at the Whitewater Senior Center and with her friends at Blackhawk, swimming, puzzles, nature walks, traveling, curling up with a good book and of course, Warhawk Football.
Charlotte is survived by her brother, Gordy (Sue) Agen, daughters: Beth (Dave) Johnson, Mary (Dave) Ludwig, Laura (Jerry) Stapleton, Amy (Scott) Bartlett; Grandchildren: David (Jenny), Alex (Bess), Eric (Joe), Emily, Sean (Angie), Leah (Korie), Elliott, Carter, Liam, Christopher & Hailey. Great-grandchildren: Stacy, Brett, Arianna, Tyler, Scout, Ezekiel, Hayden, Haylee, Jaxon, Ryder & Saige
She was preceded in death by her parents, Allan and Florence Agen; husband, Forrest Perkins; brother Richard, grandsons: Bradley and Matt, granddaughter, Julie.
A memorial service will take place at 12 PM on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Nitardy Funeral Home in Whitewater. A visitation will take place from 10 AM until the time of service. An inurnment will take place at a later date at Hillside Cemetery in Palmyra.
The family would like to give special thanks to our RN, Dennis and the ProHealth Hospice Team.
Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com
