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Paul Ernest Purvis, 90, passed away on October 25, 2025.

Born on October 16, 1935 in Reidsville, NC, he is the son of the late John and Rachel (Lawrence) Purvis.

Paul is survived by his children, Shirley Purvis and John Purvis, nephew Paul Smart and wife Pam, sister-in-law Harriet Shiffman and family, family friends Mary Deegan, Betty Morris and Alisa Piotrowski, and many beloved extended family members and friends.

A private graveside service will be held for the family at Evergreen Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the World Wildlife Fund or the American Cancer Society.

Services and arrangements handled by Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.prittsfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Baltimore Sun on Oct. 29, 2025.

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