Kenneth Purcell

Kenneth Purcell obituary, Webster, NY

Kenneth Purcell

Kenneth Purcell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Willard H. Scott Funeral Home, Inc. on Nov. 12, 2025.

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Kenneth Purcell, 68, of Ontario, NY, passed away on November 11. He was born on October 14, 1957, in Buffalo, NY. Kenneth graduated from the State University of New York at Fredonia and had a fulfilling career in education, retiring after 29 years of teaching.
A devoted Buffalo Bills fan, Kenny enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with his family. He was a beloved husband and father. Kenny is survived by his wife of over 44 years, Anne Purcell, and their children: Abbey Purcell Briggs, Betsy (Scott) Leone, and Connor (Mallory) Purcell. He is also survived by his six grandchildren: Alexandra Briggs, Lillian Leone, Madalyn Leone, Emma Purcell, Delaney Purcell, and Fletcher Purcell, along with many other loved ones who will miss him dearly.
A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, November 14 at 10:30 AM at the Church of the Most Holy Trinity, located at 1460 Ridge Road, Webster, NY 14580. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Laurel House Comfort Care Home in Kenny's honor.
For more information, please visit: https://laurelhousecomfortcare.org/general-donations-memorial/.
Rest in peace, dear father. Your memory will live on in our hearts forever.

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Daniel L. Bromsted

November 14, 2025

Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Ken who we will always remember as a fine teacher, and loving husband and father. We hope wonderful memories of a life well-lived will help sustain Anne and his beloved children at this time.

Bonnie and Dan Bromsted

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