Patrick Radada Purvis

Patrick Radada Purvis obituary, Kingston, NY

Patrick Radada Purvis

Patrick Purvis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Joseph V. Leahy Funeral Home, Inc. - Kingston on Jan. 16, 2026.
A memorial visitation will be held Monday January 19th from 5pm to 7pm at the funeral home.

Patrick Radada Purvis, 73, died Thursday January 15, 2026 at HealthAlliance Hospital in Kingston.
Born in Manhattan, August 13,1952 a son of the late Paramata Richard and Barbara (George) Purvis.

A retired master craftsman and carpenter, Patrick was a rodeo bull rider during the championship years of Larry Mahan. An avid hunter and fisherman and fan of The Dallas Cowboys, his greatest love was being with family and friends. He enjoyed spending time telling old stories and sharing his knowledge of many topics.

He is survived by; his long time domestic partner Darlene Johnson and her family who he dearly loved. Brothers and sisters; P. Rod (Annie), P. Randy (Jodie), Pace R. (Cindy), P. Reid (Susan),Heather Adams (Todd), P. Rally (Elizabeth), Paige Westbery (Joe), Dana Risher (Mark). Niece and Goddaughter, Erin Purvis, nephews Paul Purvis (Kristen) and Darrial Kouhout (Jeannie). Many additional nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings Paul R., Peter R., Holly, and P. Rex. Nieces and nephews; Pierce Purvis, Bentley Gibbs and Paul Infinger.

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January 18, 2026

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Destiny Deutscher

January 18, 2026

He was truly an awesome man that went out of his way to help everyone and anyone. He was very loving and caring. R.I.P pat. You will be dearly missed

sylvia craig

January 18, 2026

So sorry for yur loss...condolences to his family..I knew Pat years ago in the 80s thru a mutual freind "Deisel" He was a charactor,I always knew when he was anywhere by his voice...!!He always said Hi to me ..Ill never forget him always there to help,a good man...

Terry Wilber

January 18, 2026

Rest in Peace Pat , you told the best stories , and made people laugh.

Patches Deutscher

January 17, 2026

Very nice man and a comedian will you be missed

Sherlyn Volk

January 17, 2026

REST IN PEACE PAT ....
CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILY FROM A CHILDHOOD FRIEND .

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