Timothy Dean Perdue
September 16, 2011
Tim Perdue, 37, died Friday, September 16, 2011 at Mercy Hospice in Johnston. He was born May 28, 1974 in Fairmont, MN the son of Larry and Ramona (Mino) Perdue and grew up in Swea City, Iowa.
Tim graduated from North Kossuth High School in 1992. Following high school he graduated from The University of Northern Iowa in 1997 with a degree in Management Information Systems.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa; children Anna and Alex; mother, Ramona; sister, Shannon Perdue; grandparents Duard and Sylvia Perdue; along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded by his father, Larry and grandparents, Harold and Virna Mino.
Tim was a loving father and dedicated husband. He owned G Forge as a self employed computer programmer until shortly before his death. He was brilliant with technology. His hobbies included photography, flying, especially following the purchase of his own airplane, and astronomy, where he custom built his own observatory. If Tim had an interest he delved into it full force. Tim handled his cancer diagnosis in the same manner, educating himself and others about the disease. He lived his life with grace and dignity until his death.
Memorial services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, September 24, 2011 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway.
Memorial contributions may be directed to John Stoddard Cancer Care Coordinator Program.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Derrick Isaacs
09/18/2011
Lisa, Anna, Alex, and family,
I am very sorry to hear of Tim's passing. My prayers will be with all of you.
Brian Ney
09/18/2011
I am deeply saddened by Tim's early departure from this earth. I learned of this on Friday night at a football game in Swea City from another NK graduate. As a former teacher of his, I recall the "fire" with which he approached the technology and computer programming classes that I taught him. I know that I "got him started" with the very basics of computer programming and am pleased that he developed a successful career using that skill.
I am unable to attend the funeral next Saturday, since I referee volleyball and have a tournament in Algona that day. If a visitation would happen to be scheduled, I hope I am able to attend.
My deepest sympathies to Tim's family as they remember his life.
Stacia Kelaher
09/18/2011
Lisa, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I had no idea. The boys and I are thinking of you, Anna and Alex. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you need anything, anytime. We would love to help in any way.
Jeremy and Risa Karras
09/17/2011
Dear Lisa, Anna & Alex,
We are so saddened to hear of Tim's passing. He was someone we really admired and appreciated having as a neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Jeremy and Risa Karras
Brian Chrisman
09/18/2011
I'm shocked to hear of his passing. I worked with him at VA Linux, and he really was a fantastic person.
Tom Pohl
09/17/2011
Lisa, words can't begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. Tim was a wonderful man. Always he was a man of action who willed his projects into existence through his hard work and dedication. I've always been in awe of his accomplishments over the years and was inspired by his ability to juggle everything.
If you need anything at all, don't hesitate to call or write (tom@tcpconsulting.com or 371-1991).
With all my love,
-Tom Pohl