Betty V. Perrino

Age 93, late of Homer Township, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 with her loving family by her side. Her adventurous nature, great stories, strong will, her love of animals, and energy will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Born and raised in Chicago and lived in Homer Township since 1961. Betty was a dedicated dog groomer until the age of 79. She owned and operated Doggery Purrfection in Lockport, IL. and Betty's Golden Leash in Fontana, WI. She was very involved in community service as the Homer Township Supervisor, a Will County Board member, a presidential delegate for Jimmy Carter, President (1991-1992) and charter member of the Homer Township Business and Professional Woman's Club and later a recipient of "Woman of the Year". She was also a proud Flotilla Staff Officer in the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary for 30 years.

Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, Frank Perrino (2010); her parents, Raymond and Jeanette (Nee: Dvorak) Erickson; a brother, Raymond Erickson; and his sisters, Donna Erickson and Loretta Chevirue.

Survived by her three devoted children, Frank Perrino, Debbie (Guy) Bagger and Teri (Greg) Fisch; six adored grandchildren, Lynne Saenz, David Bagger, Michael Bagger, Allison (Joe) Benning, Nicole Fisch and United States Marine Corps Sergeant, Kevin Fisch; three adored great grandchildren, Anna Saenz, David Saenz and Teagan Benning. Numerous other cherished family members also survive.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to Elara Caring Hospice a wonderful organization, 900 Cooper St. Jackson, MI., 49202 Elaracaringhospicefoundation.org in Betty's name would be appreciated.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel 1105 E. 9 ^th St. Lockport, IL., 60441 at 10:00am with Fr. Shaun Cieslik from St. Dennis Church officiating. Private Interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.

Visitation Monday, May 3, 2021 in the funeral home chapel from 4:00pm until 7:00pm.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, masks and social distancing practices are required and a limited capacity will be allowed at one time.