Dylan J. Perkovich

Dylan John Perkovich passed away at his home with his wife by his side on 5/15/2025 after a short battle with illness. Dylan was born in Hibbing, MN on 12/17/1980 to John and Rochelle “Shelly” Perkovich.

Dylan grew up in the Side Lake and Chisholm, MN areas with his parents, brother, and sisters. Dylan graduated from Chisholm High School in 1999. After high school, Dylan attended some college courses but found his calling in the hospitality industry. Dylan worked for many years at Grandma’s In The Park located in Hibbing, MN. Dylan made lifelong friendships while working there and remembered all of his co-workers fondly.

Dylan purchased Sidelines Sports Bar in 2009. Throughout his ownership, Dylan contributed to many different fundraisers and causes and was immensely generous to the community. Dylan had an amazing desire to give to others and did so without hesitation. Some of Dylan’s proudest moments were being able to give back to others through the numerous benefits he held at Sidelines. Dylan had a unique ability to gather people to help support anyone who may be struggling, in need, or just to give a helping hand. Dylan was always proud of being able to provide so much support and worked so closely with his mom Shelly to make the events successful every single time.

In 2006, Dylan became a father to one of the greatest joys of his life, his son Brennen. Dylan met his wife, Jessie Perkovich, in 2011, moved to Pengilly, MN and was able to be the very best bonus dad to Keegan and Aislinn. Dylan and Jessie married on May 18, 2013 and together were able to raise their children. One of the greatest joys in Dylan’s life was to be able to watch the kids doing the things that they loved. Dylan was an avid supporter of all the things they did whether it was wrestling, basketball, football, or equestrian events. Dylan loved his “little” family.

Dylan’s love of the Minnesota Vikings was unmatched and anyone who knew him would agree. Dylan’s favorite pastime was watching football on Sunday’s with his friends and family members, and it brought him so much joy. His favorite saying was “ SKOL Vikes” and he would greet anyone in a Vikings jersey with the sentiment.

Dylan had a unique zest for life, and enjoyed life to the fullest. Dylan loved each of his friends, his patrons, and his family members with all of his heart. Dylan will be missed by so many.

Dylan is survived by: His wife Jessie Perkovich of Hibbing, MN, children Brennen Perkovich (Kadie) of Chisholm MN, Keegan Warmuth (Peyton) of Fargo, ND, and Aislinn Mallum (Aiden) of Grand Rapids MN. Mother Shelly Perkovich (Tim) of Chisholm, MN, siblings Cassidy Perkovich of Chisholm, MN, Whitney Perkovich of Chisholm, MN Courtney Carlino of Chisholm, MN as well as his beloved grandmother Rita Boriin of Chisholm, MN. Dylan also had numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends who loved and cherished him.

Dylan was preceded in death by: His father John Perkovich and his paternal grandparents Louis and Dorothy Perkovich. His maternal grandfather Roy Boriin. His maternal cousins Danielle Sellars, Crystal Sellars, Jenna Sellars and his uncle Jimmer Sellars.

Celebration of Life: A celebration of life will be held at Sidelines Sports Bar in Chisholm, MN on May 31, 2025 from 12pm-4pm. There will be “celebrations” held at 2pm for anyone who wants to speak, tell stories or give remembrances of the life of our husband, father, son and friend. For those who are unable to make the celebration but would like to reach out to the family or send cards, they can be sent to Sidelines Sports Bar 217 W Lake St Chisholm, MN 55719.