Thomas Purvis Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Liz Trent
September 22, 2008
Tom was a great and special friend. I have known Tom since about 2000, when we started working together. He was a loyal and true friend. I will never forget the great times that we shared. Tom, there are so many wonderful things that I can say about you. Thank you for always being there. You will continue to be in my heart, and I will never forget you. I will miss you, my dear friend, and "birthday buddy" - thank you for being you and for being a special friend. I love you! Lizzy
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Sandy Hartman
September 19, 2008
I have loved Tom Purvis since we began dating on New Year's Eve 1993, when we talked all night. That was the best New Year's Eve of my entire life. Tom and I had a strange, special friendship all these years. Tom was a thoughtful and generous boyfriend and friend, and he knew he was lucky to have such a special mother and sisters. In Tom's next incarnation, he'll be a World Champ Skateboarder or something to make up for his quiet, law-abiding life this time around! Love you Kathy and Helen.
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