Dennis Perkins, 73, White Shield, died on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at a Bismarck hospital.  Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11:00 am at the Ralph Wells Jr. Memorial Complex in White Shield.  Wake services will be held on Sunday beginning at 5:00 pm at the complex.  Family and friends will gather from 2 to 4 on Sunday at Thompson Funeral Home in Garrison.

Dennis Perkins was born November 30, 1946 in Elbowoods, ND to Regina (Perkins) Ross. He was the 1st grandchild of Lizzy Perkins. He attended St. Elizabeth Mission in Wakpala, SD, graduating in 1965. Dennis enlisted in the US Army on September 6, 1968. He proudly served during the Vietnam War and after two tours of duty was honorably discharged on June 16, 1970. Dennis spent several years working for Getter Trucking out of Williston and Bismarck. He then traveled with the carnival for many years.
Some of Dennis' favorite pastimes were playing pool and cards. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to joke around and get everyone laughing. He enjoyed attending pow wows and was always at the White Shield Pow Wow and the UTTEC in Williston. Dennis was a very proud member of the Younghawk/Bear American Legion Post #253 in White Shield.
Dennis had a very special bond with all of his grandchildren. He cherished his time with them and they will forever remember his kindness, teasing them, and caring for them.
Dennis was preceded in death by his mother, Regina Perkins, Lee Ross, sisters, Cheryl LaCroix, Julie Greeley, Gail Ross, and Michelle Slater.
He is survived by 7 sisters, Faye Ross, Fern Fights Alone, Peggy (Adrian) Ireland, Elizabeth (Ron) Hoffman, Marilee (Marlin) Whitman, Denise M. Ross, Lori and Canyon.