Perkins, Dianne O. (Kinder) Age 78, of Hopkins, MN, formerly of Tipton, IN, died peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2019. She is preceded in death by her parents, A. Kip and Dorothy (Higgins) Kinder; son, J. Eric Earl; brother, Kip Kinder. Dianne is survived by her son, Jeff Earl; daughter, Lisa Earl; granddaughters, Ella Earl, Iris Fitzmaurice and grandsons, Jason Earl and Charles Earl (Joanna) Whittaker. Dianne devoted much of her life helping those struggling with alcohol and drug addiction. She was a gifted, tough, yet compassionate counselor who helped countless people at world-class addiction/recovery centers around the country. She received several hundreds of letters, cards, etc., from clients, thanking her for saving their lives. She also had an incredible sense of humor; her smile and laugh was contagious. Her generosity was limitless and her love unconditional. You are so deeply missed and forever loved! Visitation is from 2-3pm and the Service begins at 3pm, on Saturday, Nov. 23, at The Cremation Society of MN, 7835 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Park, MN 55445. **Flowers are welcome; Contributions may be sent to: P.J. Lueck**