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Walter Ernest Purvis
WILMINGTON - Walter Ernest Purvis, 70, of Wilmington, NC. lost his battle with cancer on September 8, 2018.
Walter was born in Robersonville, NC. on Oct. 23, 1947. He was the son of Edna House Purvis and Andrew Ernest Purvis. He graduated from East Carolina University, served in the U.S. Army and was an instructor at Beaufort County Community College in Washington, NC. and later at Coastal Carolina Community College in Jacksonville, NC.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a niece and her husband, David and Mary Kathryn Forbes Mathis. He is survived be his sister Katherine (Charles) Forbes of Greensboro, NC. and a nephew Charles of New York, NY.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 11 at 2:00pm at Biggs Chapel in Robersonville with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Martin Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to add a special thanks to the staff of Brighton Gardens Assisted Living and to Beacon Place for their care, kindness and compassion during these past months.
In lieu of flowers, gifts of remembrance may be made to Robersonville First Christian Church, 126 N. Main St., Robersonville, NC. 27871 or Beacon Place, 2502 Summit Ave. Greensboro, NC. 27405.
Condolences may be made at www.biggsfuneral.com As published in The Daily Reflector
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I worked for and with Walter for 20 years and thought the world of him. Until yesterday, I did not know that he had passed away. May he rest in peace. He
Robert Ferris
Coworker
June 8, 2021
I worked for and with Walter and, until yesterday, I did not know that he had passed away. May he rest in peace.
Robert Ferris
Coworker
June 8, 2021
I'm so sorry to learn of Walt's passing. He was my neighbor here in Wilmington, but more importantly, he was my friend. He always had a kind word and time for a quick chat. He was one of the most genuine and kind people I have ever known and I will truly miss him.
Brooks Rockwell
October 20, 2018
Dear Katherine, I am so very sorry to learn of Walter's passing. I have such fond memories of him at Brighton Gardens with your sweet Mother, Participating in activities. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers! Sincerely Denise McDonald
Denise McDonald
September 21, 2018
I worked with Walter at Coastal Carolina Community College for many years. I thought he was a wonderful person; always enjoyed talking to him while on campus. He will be missed!
Christine Weaver
September 11, 2018
Sad to learn about Walter passing. He was a true southern gentleman and one of the kindest persons I ever knew. I had the priviledge of cutting his hair for years and we got to be good friends. Kinda lost touch after he moved.His sister and her family will have many fond memories to cherish.
Pat Bullock
September 10, 2018
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