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Paul Purdy Obituary
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Dr. Paul Wayne Purdy, Sr., 73, passed away October 1, 2014 at Trinity Mission Health and Rehabilitation of Clinton. The funeral service will be today at 12 noon at Epiphany Lutheran Church with burial in Garden Memorial Park. The Reverend Raymond W. Gage will officiate. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until 12 noon at the church.
Memorials may be sent to Epiphany Lutheran Church, 1230 Isaiah Montgomery Street, Jackson, MS, 39203 or the Office of Institutional Advancement, Jackson State University, 1400 John R. Lynch Street, P.O. Box 17144, Jackson, MS, 39217.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Purdy
Lynn Simpson -Williams
September 28, 2023
Never forgotten...may Dr. Purdy rest in peace eternally .
Carvin Newsome
August 12, 2018
I'll never forget this man, he helped me through the GED program in 1984. He also had programs setup to help us find jobs. That program changed my whole life. Am forever grateful for that. RIP #PaulPurdySr
Dorothy Bradford
December 5, 2014
So sad to hear of his passing. I really enjoyed working for him while at JSU. I will always remember him. My prayers are with with the family.
Jyotsna V
October 9, 2014
My thoughts are with you during this jumbled time of sadness that comes with loss and the joy in the shared celebration of a full, loving, life. May Dr. Purdy rest in peace.
October 7, 2014
My sincerest condolences and prayers in your time of sorrow
TYree A. S.
martha harris
October 7, 2014
praying for you and your family.
Eddie and Velma Jennings
October 6, 2014
You have our prayers! Wish we could have you in these dark days??!May God Bless You!
Karyn (Smith) Hollingsworth
October 6, 2014
Mrs. Purdy, Wayne, Michelle and Family,
I was so saddened to learn of Dr. Purdy's passing. Though he was a great administrator and teacher, I will remember him most as a man of great kindness, integrity and compassion. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and blessings,
Tubbs Family
October 6, 2014
Purdy Family, We would like to express our deepest sympathies to you. We were saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Purdy. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlotta Lynn Simpson-Williams
October 6, 2014
Our heartfelt condolences to the Purdy Family. Dr. Purdy was very helpful to me during my years at JSU. In addition, he was truly my admired by my late parents, Mr. & Mrs. Percy Simpson. Our prayers are with all of you!
Georgia Jefferson Parker
October 5, 2014
May God bless you
Hillman Frazier
October 5, 2014
Jean and I were sadden to hear about the passing of Dr. Purdy. He was a pillar of the community who made a difference in the lives of many people. Please know that the entire Purdy Family is in our thoughts and prayers. Hillman and Jean Frazier
Eric Purdy
October 5, 2014
He was my friend, mentor and uncle. I don't know where I would be had it not been for our long phone conversation where he shared his great wisdom and love. Rest in peace Uncle Paul and thank you for loving me.
October 5, 2014
I will always remember Paul Purdy as a great student and scholar, a leader, man religion of character and a cherished friend - Ivory Phillips
Marva Atwater
October 5, 2014
Jessie, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. I know how much you loved your brother, but remember, God loved him best. You and your family members are in my prayers.
Edward & Jeanette Davis
October 5, 2014
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Purdy. We pray the love of God enfolds you and your family during this difficult time.
Arkeia Edwards
October 5, 2014
Former students of Dr, Purdy extends to his family our heart sympathy doing his homegoing celebration. The class of 2002 Jacob J. McClain High School (Lexington, MS,) was blessed to had Dr.Purdy as our instructor , he will be remembered as fun, but firm. We ask that God will continue to bless his family.
Arkeia Edwards
October 5, 2014
The J. J. McClain High School class of 2002 would like to send our prayers, love, and sympathy to the Purdy family. Dr. Purdy was a great teacher and we are very thankful for the wisdom, knowledge, and life lessons that he has taught us. May God continue to
bless you!
October 5, 2014
The Andrews Family sends love and peaceful wishes to you and your family at this time. Love - Michael and Dorinda Andrews
Helen Hadley
October 5, 2014
Michelle: Thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Sounds like he was an incredible man. My condolences.
Kathryn Harris Brown
October 5, 2014
May the warmth of loving memories and the love of those around you bring you COMFORT and PEACE.
Sherrie Jackson
October 5, 2014
Purdy family we send our prayers for strength and peace in this time of need. We lift you up in Jesus Name.
Love, CURTIS and SHERRIÉ JACKSON.
De'Wanda (BankPlus)
October 5, 2014
My prayers and sympathy are with the family during your time of bereavement. God Bless!
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
Dean Blackwell
October 5, 2014
Dr Purdy will be missed. He was always available to share his wise council with me.
Judy Meredith
October 5, 2014
My condolences and prayers for the Purdy's family at this time of their loss. Dr. Purdy's passing is deeply felt in the Meredith family. He was one of a very few that my husband James Meredith could call a true and lasting friend. May God continue to bless your family and grant you peace.
Debra Buchanan
October 4, 2014
My condolences to Mrs. Purdy and the family. It was good to see you recently, but I am saddened to hear of your husband's death.
Doletta Jenkins
October 4, 2014
Praying for the Purdy family. GOD will take care of you! The Jenkins, Chicago, Illinois.
Melvin,Laverne,Xavier Johnson
October 4, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends
October 4, 2014
CATHY Herron-Bankhead, Enid, Ms
Hilliard Lackey
October 4, 2014
I first met Paul Wayne Purdy, Sr. when I enrolled as a freshman at Jackson State in 1961. He was a redheaded imposing figure who was outgoing, friendly and commanded an air of leadership. He led a campus religious organization and was always at the forefront of student activities during that era of the Civil Rights Movement. In later years, we became colleagues at Jackson State and in more recent times maintained a friendly bond through our fraternity and mutual interest in JSU. He was a man's man and left a lasting impression on all with whom he interacted.
Timothy Willis
October 4, 2014
You will be missed Uncle Paul. Thanks for all you taught me.
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