PATRICIA PERKOWSKI, age 69, of Demorest, GA passed away January 30, 2010. Ms. Perkowski was born in Bridgeport, CT, on April 30, 1940. She was the daughter of Stanley and Ann Martusis Perkowski. She was of the Catholic faith and retired from Beal's Department Store in Florida. Ms. Perkowski graduated from Yale University. She is survived by a sister, 4 nieces and a nephew. No formal services are planned at this time. Those who wish to express condolences to the family may do so by visiting www.whitfieldfuneralhomes.com. Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel, Demorest, GA is in charge of the arrangements.