Paul "Bud" Perminter Jr.

Paul (Bud) Perminter Jr., 56, passed away on February 11, 2026.

Born on December 5, 1969, Paul was a loving and humorous father, brother, and friend whose presence lit up any room and will be missed tremendously. He will be remembered for his selflessness and empathy for others that were contagious.

Paul loved his family unconditionally and left memories that would last for generations. He is survived by his father, Paul Perminter Sr. & partner Annette Alexander; his daughter Deena Struggs; his son, Paul Hawkins & partner Fatima Harriston with grandchildren Lil Paul, Princeton, Shaumir, Justice, King, and Pretty; his daughter, Shantia Tucker, and grandchildren Jeniah, Jayce, and JeKari; and four siblings: Paulene Perminter & fiancé Christopher Struggs, Cynthia Rhodes & husband Manani Babatu, Aric Perminter & wife Emma Perminter, and Giere Perminter & partner Hathzel Alvarez. He is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends & companion Victoria Peatross.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Craig Nesbit (Cynthia- Chi-Chi).

Paul’s life will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him.

Memorial Service

March 1, 2026

Time: 1:00 -2:00 PM

Lighthouse for the Blind

720 3rd Avenue

New Brighton, PA 15066

Food and fun will follow

“The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon. Those that be planted in the house of the Lord shall flourish in the courts of our God.”

— Psalm 92:12–13

The family sincerely appreciates all prayers, expressions of sympathy, and acts of kindness during this time of bereavement.