Perkins, Paula M. (Scothorn), age 42 of Brookville, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at her home. She was born on March 10, 1975 in Dayton. Paula was a Sales Administrator for Butler Heating & Air Conditioning with 10 years of service. She was a 1993 graduate of Chaminade Julienne High School, and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Preceded in death by her daughter Kelcie Gabbard. Paula is survived by her loving parents Barbara Sparks (Danny) & Steven Scothorn (Jill Burt), step-mom Candy Farquhar Scothorn, her son Troy Gabbard, sister Keri Kidwell (Joe Petkewitz), 2 step-brothers Curtis Sparks (Kierston) & Courtney Sparks (Erin), step-sister Ginger Lang as well as nieces, nephews, including special nephew Alex Kidwell, other relatives and many friends. A Gathering of Family & Friends will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at the SWART & WOLFE FUNERAL HOME, West Carrollton. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Artemis Center, 310 W. Monument St., Dayton, Ohio 45402 in Paula's memory. www.swartandwolfefuneralhome.com.