It is with regret we announce the passing of Ms. Maggie Mae Perrin, age 97 of Fayetteville, TN. Ms. Perrin was born on September 29, 1922 in Lincoln County, TN to the late Walter and Ethel May Johnston. Ms. Perrin passed away on May 26, 2020 at her residence.

Ms. Perrin worked as an educator for 35 years before she retired and then she continued tutoring children until she was 90 years old. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church.

Survivors include her son, Ron (Cheryl) Perrin of Fayetteville; grandchildren Kate (Kristian) Jenkins of Connecticut, Jill Perrin of Murfreesboro, Spencer (Angie) Perrin of Fayetteville, Stuart Perrin of Jonesboro, AR, Barrett (Rebecca) Lewis of Fayetteville, and Rielly (Tommy) Gray of Lebanon; great niece, Jane Johnston (John) Conger of Fayetteville. In addition to her parents, Maggie was preceded in death by her husband, William Perrin and son Stan Perrin.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1PM on Saturday, May 30 at Booneville Cemetery with Rev. Ann Hatcher officiating.

In accordance with State of Tennessee Executive Order No. 38 by Governor Bill Lee, social gatherings are limited to no more than 50 participants. For your safety we recommend face coverings, 6 feet social distancing, practicing good hygiene, and remaining home if you feel sick. The family invites you to share memories at higginsfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ralph Askins School Library, c/o Fayetteville City Schools, 100 Elk Avenue South, #200, Fayetteville, TN 37334.

Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Ms. Maggie Mae Perrin.