Carol Ann (Wallace)

Perkins

Carol Ann (Wallace) Perkins, 84, died Saturday, November 7, 2026, at her home in Pembroke, surrounded by her loving family, following a long period of declining health.

A Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother.

Born in South Boston, Carol was raised in both South Boston and Stoughton and was a graduate of Stoughton High School. In 1960, she married Richard Perkins, and together they shared more than 48 years of marriage before his passing in 2008. Carol and Richard made their home in Avon, where they raised their 3 Daughters and lived for more than 30 years. Later, Carol spent over 10 years in Hudson, NH, with her daughter Jeannette and family before moving to Pembroke several months ago to be with her daughter Pamela and family.

Carol worked as a Function Coordinator at Parkway Restaurant in Brockton for over 15 years and later as a Customer Service Supervisor at Chadwick’s of Boston in West Bridgewater for more than 15 years. She retired many years ago.

Carol had a special gift for finding the good in difficult situations. Her positive outlook, lighthearted nature and warm spirit were an inspiration to those around her. She was devoted to her daughters and their families and treasured the memories they made together. Carol had a sweet tooth and enjoyed her favorite flower lilacs in the spring, lighthouses, Hallmark movies and watching tennis. Carol also enjoyed knitting and crocheting love filled gifts for her family members. She also held fond memories of growing up in South Boston and spending time at Castle Island. Above all, Carol loved being near the water, surrounded by her family and the love they shared.

Carol is survived by her daughters, Jeanette Cassidy and her husband Robert of NH, Pamela Swenson and her husband Thomas of Pembroke, and Annmarie Perkins and her partner John Merlini of Avon. She was the proud grandmother of Matthew Cassidy, Thomas “TJ” Swenson, Jr. and his wife Jessica, Andrew Swenson, Daniel Swenson, Evan Derochea, Caleb Derochea and Taryn Derochea. Carol was theGreat-Grandmother of Myles, Declan, Sophie, Adeline and Reagan.

Carol leaves behind her sister Janice Henry of MO. Carol will be joining her late brother Ernest Wallace, Jr. and her Parents Ernest and Mary Wallace in Heaven. She also leaves several nieces and nephews.

Private services were held.

Donations in Carol’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.