Verlean Perkins was a dedicated member of her community, education, and children. She wasa life long Chicagoan. For 30 years Verlean worked for the Board of Education and was a 15 year contributor to the summer food programs, and a dependable poll worker. She was the chairperson and 20 year volunteer of the Chicago Academic Games League.

She was a “mom” to the neighborhood children and was known as the “Apple Woman” to all who lived near her.

Alumni:
Chicago Public Schools

Member of the Apostolic Church of God

Honorary Verlean Perkins Avenue

6100-6246 South Wabash Avenue

Approved: June 2024

Ward: 20
Alderman: Jeannette Taylor
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

b. April 9, 1934 in Chicago

near
her home

Source

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