The Harlem community came together to remember longtime politician Bill Perkins on Thursday. Mourners poured into First Corinthian Baptist Church to bid farewell to a giant. tvjessi reports.
Mourners poured into First Corinthian Baptist Church to bid farewell to a Harlem giant.likened Perkins' bravery in the face of challenges to the roller coaster ride of life.
Friends shared fond memories of how Perkins ran marathons and outran colon cancer, inspiring so many to follow in his footsteps. The freed men said their local leader knew their character because of his dedication to walking the neighborhood.Over the course of a quarter century in public service, Perkins also led the fight against lead paint, supported tenants rights, and mitigated rats alongside Dr. Hazel Dukes.
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