Funeral Details

Sheldon "Perfekt" Perkins, age 88, of Wauconda, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025.

Shel spent his early years in the record industry and cut a hit comedy album in the 70s called "Chicaga, What About Dat!" lampooning Mayor Richard Daley, Sr.. The record was played regularly on WSDM radio station. Shel dedicated over 60 years to the musical instrument industry, working as a National Sales Manager for Kay and Gretsch Guitars. He mentored many people in musical instrument sales and built lasting relationships in that industry. Known by many as “Perfekt Perkins,” he eventually founded his own musical instrument company Perfektion Music.

Shel always brought a lot of good jokes, music, and laughter to any occasion. A true Chicago sports fan, he never missed a chance to cheer on the Bulls and the Bears.

Shel is survived by his beloved wife Judith; his sons, Bobby, Alan, and Ananda; his stepsons Greg (Veronica) and Danny (Sara); his sister, Barbara (Larry); his grandchildren, Ryan, Tyler, Michael, Courtney, Kirk, Jason, Jackson, Jules, Max and Ava; and seven great-grandchildren who brought him immense joy. His legacy of love, laughter, and loyalty will live on in all who knew him.

A celebration of Shel’s life will be held on Sunday, May 18, 2025, 2PM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 195 N Buffalo Grove Rd, (One Block North of Lake Cook Road), Buffalo Grove, IL. Those wishing to honor his memory are invited. Memorial contributions may be made in honor to Parkinson's Foundation, 5757 Waterford District Drive, Suite 310, Miami, Florida 33126, www.parkinson.org. To view the livestream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Buffalo Grove Chapel, 847.229.8822, wwwcjfinfo.com.