Robert E. Perrin, 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 2:25 PM, following a very long illness.

Born and raised in Sioux City, Iowa, Robert Lived his whole life in Sioux City.

He was a proud U.S. Navy veteran. Following his military service, he dedicated 33 years of hard work to Adam Paint Company.

He was a long-time member of the Shriners and an excellent, long-time marksman at the gun clubs in Sioux City and Le Mars, an Avid Hunter and enjoyed Boating and Fishing.

In his younger years, Robert and his brother, Claude Jr., co-founded the Sioux City Strollers, a car club dedicated to safe off-road racing. This passion naturally rolled into a highly successful dragster racing partnership between the two brothers.

Later in life, they transitioned to building Radio Controlled model airplanes together. As dedicated members of their local club, they took great pride in putting on aerial shows for the community.

Above all, Robert was a devoted loving husband and father.

He is survived by his dearly beloved wife, best friend and adventurous companion of 54 years, Carole J. Perrin; his two daughters, Bobbi Jo Perrin and Barbara Ann Cribb (Abelson) (John); and his grandchildren, Amy Regan, Michael J. Perrin, and Aaron P. Abelson(US Army), and his 4 Great Grandchildren, Donovan Regan, Antonio Regan, Ariana Rhea Perrin and Lily Anne Hammitt (Abelson).

He was preceded in death by his father, Claude Perrin Sr. 1964, his mother, Elsie Marie Perrin (Shuff) (in 2000); and his brother, Claude Perrin Jr. (in 1994).