John William Purvis Jr.

In Loving Memory of John William Purvis, Jr.
"Big Deal"
1/26/1968 – 5/3/2025
To know him was to love him. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John William Purvis, Jr., or as many called him "Big Deal," who left us far too soon at the age of 57. He was an affectionate husband, proud father, loving son, brother and friend - and larger-than-life personality. John passed away surrounded by the people he loved and who loved him dearly. John is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Stephanie, and their four children: Justin, Madison, Joseph, and Jack.
As a successful Realtor, John had a gift for connecting with people-not just in business, but in every aspect of life. He had contagious energy, a booming laugh, and a knack for turning every gathering into a celebration. Whether cracking crabs at a summer feast, carving turns on the ski slopes, captaining a boat with his favorite music blasting, or personally bankrupting every all-you-can-eat seafood buffet in the Mid Atlantic, he made every moment memorable and he made it count. John didn't just live his 57 years, he truly seized every day.
He was a passionate dishwasher organizer, a true guard and protector of the battery drawer, and a connoisseur of the absolute worst 80s movies. He would stop at nothing to help his loved ones - even stopping to help turtles cross the road.
John was the heart of this Family. He not only left behind a legacy of kindness and love, but also a legacy of years of poetry for every occasion. John's turn of phrase on birthdays and Valentine's Days for the love of his life let his humor and passion shine for the world to see.
John would always show up. He never missed a game, event or milestone. He'd coach the team, run the concession stand and lead the cheers from the stands. John will be remembered for being a dedicated father, first and foremost. He'd celebrate their wins, wipe their tears for their losses, and motivate them to never quit.
To know him was to love him, and to be around him was to feel like you were part of something special. He truly was the "Big Deal"-not just in name, but in the hearts of everyone lucky enough to know him.
In one of his last conversations, he stressed that this was "to be continued". We will all continue to love and cherish John, his family, and his legacy forever.