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Jonathan Purvis Obituary
Pearl - Jonathan Ridings Purvis
February 22, 1977 - August 4, 2020
Jonathan passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, August 4, 2020. He was a childhood cancer survivor, but he never let that hold him back. He loved all things Mississippi State, Hunting & Fishing. He worked for the Mississippi Department of Transportation, Whitfield Project office for 20 years. He was a member of Crossgates Baptist Church and served as a greeter.
He is survived by his wife of 15 short years, Lori Sherman Purvis, his mother Suzanne Purvis Whittington (Robert), two brothers: Matthew Purvis (Stephanie) and Ryan Purvis (Linda), paternal grandmother Goldie Creel Purvis, 10 nephews and nieces, and a large extended family.
He is preceded in death by his Father Harold Bryce Purvis, paternal grandfather A. H. Purvis, & maternal grandparents Clyde Edwin & Patsy Lou Robertson.
If you knew Jonathan, you loved him. His contagious laugh and bubbly personality will be missed by all.
Graveside services will be held at Mt Pisgah Baptist Church, August 7, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials donations be made to the Children's Cancer Center at the University of MS Medical Center. Donations can be made online at umc.edu/givenow or by mail to UMMC Development Accounting, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216.
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Curt Price
August 20, 2020
Lori,
We are so sorry to hear of Jonathan's passing.
We are praying for you and your whole family. May God's Comfort, Peace and Grace guide you through this hard process of losing your husband and giving him back to God. John was more than just a pest control customer. John was a great friend and brother in Christ. Heaven won’t be the same with John there making new friends and smiling and laughing and telling stories about deer hunting. God bless you Lori and if we can help in anyway please let us know.
Our Prayers are with you and your whole family!
Psalm 147:3. He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Suzette Stephens
August 7, 2020
Susie, Just wanted to say how sorry we are for the loss of your previous Jonathan. Thinking of all of you at this difficult May God bless you and your family at this time and give you peace and comfort. Love you my dear Sweet friend ❤❤❤
Ginger McCrory
August 7, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Little John was a happy presence to me in our office. His laughter was infectious and is sorely missed.
Karen Freeman
August 7, 2020
Suzanne and Robert, I’m so sorry to hear of Jonathan. All of the boys were so special but we all had a tender heart for Jonathan.
Connie Bagwell
August 7, 2020
I'm sorry that I did not have the privilege of knowing Jonathan, but I did know about him. All I ever heard or knew was good, of course. I viewed a "laughter post" on Facebook and that is what I think about now when I think about Jonathan. I know the Shermans from church association and was very pleased when I knew that Jonathan & Lori were getting married. I know what a blessing Lori is and know from others what a blessing Jonathan was while here and certainly in heaven. When I think about Jonathan I will go back to the laughter post. May God bless Lori, Jonathan's family & friends with fond memories and laughter.
Tracey Runnels
August 7, 2020
I am so sorry to hear at this moment of his passing. The family is in my prayers.
brad manor
August 7, 2020
You will truly be miss and all the laughs, hope u catching them fish!
Faith Sikes
August 7, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with this wonderful family. Such a sweet gentle soul will be missed y many.
Gayla Davis
August 7, 2020
Lori,
We are so sorry to hear of Jonathan's passing.
We are praying for you and your family. May God's comfort and peace guide you as you mourn and continue in God's love.
Hugs and prayers,
Tommy and Gayla Davis
Elaine White
August 7, 2020
Johnathan was always a delight to be around. He was loved by everyone and he will be missed and never forgotten. RIP my friend.
Elaine White
Erick E. Jackson
August 7, 2020
Thank you for being a Great Friend, and I will miss Jonathan "JP" Purvis ,rest easy my friend until we meet again .
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