Garnet Natalia Perkins' Obituary
Garnet Natila (Legg) Perkins, 94, passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021. She is survived by her 5 children: Roger, Judy, Bobby, Beth and Anna, As well as her 14 grandchildren and many great grandchildren.
Natila was born on September 23, 1926, in Charleston, West Virginia. She was the sixth of seven children of Humbert and Maggie (Twiggs) Legg. She loved growing up in a large family and exploring the outdoors. She referred to her father as "Daddy", even in her last days.
She is known for her tireless work with children as a teacher, a daycare owner and home to over 500 foster children whom most refer to her as Nanny.
A gathering of family and friends are scheduled for Saturday, August 21st from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Steverson, Hamlin & Hilbish Funeral Home, 226 E. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares, Florida 32778. Natila's celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 AM after her gathering with Pastor Brook Braswell of 1st Baptist Church of Umatilla officiating.
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