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A. PURDY Obituary

PURDY
A. LEWIS
70, of Avalon, NJ, passed away suddenly on April 6, 2019. Lew owned A. Lewis Purdy Real Estate. He was well respected in the real estate community on the seven mile island. He knew every property on the island along with all of its sales history. He was born in Chester, PA and lived in Avalon since 1971. He was born to Helena (Penny) Purdy and A. Lewis Purdy II. He is the much loved husband of Sheila; children Christie Burns (Kevin) and Shane Purdy (Ani DeBaecke); step-daughter Allie Jones (Jake). Also survived by his sisters, Lee Keinath, Jody Gilchrist (John), and Deborah Purdy; and 4 grand-children. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 20th, at the Reeds in Stone Harbor from 1 to 4 P.M.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Apr. 11, 2019.

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April 15, 2019

I had known Lew for over two years but we had never met. We shared our interest in the Baby Boomer generation by phone and email. I had hoped to finally meet him last Saturday and was devastated by the news of his death. the week before. He was a good man whose honesty and generosity will be missed.

Richard J. Anthony

Donna Tschoepe

April 12, 2019

Lew,
We wouldn't have had a place to vacation in Avalon without you! I am sure you will be missed by many! Prayers to you and your family.
Donna Tschoepe

April 11, 2019

We are sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Purdy. Our relationship started in Avalon in 1973 with the purchase of our summer home. His personal interest and care as a realtor and friend will be remembered.

The Peszka Family

April 11, 2019

We are sorry to hear of Mr Purdy's passing. We extend our deepest condolences to your family. May the God of all comfort who binds up the brokenhearted be with your family today, tomorrow and always (Isaiah 61: 1, 2).

The Robinson Family
April 11, 2019

April 11, 2019

Rest In Peace Lew. We will miss you. Greg and Debbie Offner

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