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1932
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2020
Ray Purdy Obituary
Ray and Lesley retired to Kirkcudbright 20 years ago, after 22 happy years in Manchester. Outside of his day job designing kitchens, Ray indulged his passion for the theater, by being involved in many plays over the years both at the Dorset Playhouse and BBA; directing, acting, and building sets. He also sang in his church choir, played the bagpipes, taught Scottish Country Dancing, and was a Trustee at BBA among his many activities.
Many of you will have known him well. Some will have known him all too briefly. All will remember the twinkle in his eye, his sudden (loud) laughter (especially in a theater), his warmth, genuineness, kindness and his ability to not just hear you but listen to you with every fiber of his being. He made everyone and everything around him better than before. He was a gentleman and a gentle man and he will be missed more than he would ever have understood. Bless you, Dad. We love you.
[Exit hero, quietly, stage left]
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Mary Beth Hand
October 7, 2020
As I read this I am sitting in our kitchen, designed by Ray so many years ago! You were so kind; you listened; you made it work! You were a genius in your many skills- from theatre to design to dancing! Thank you Ray; it was a gift to know you! Sending warm caring thoughts for Lesley, Anne, and Donald.
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