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Walter Purdy Jr., 77
Late of Lockport, Born in Joliet. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. An avid fisherman and devoted family man. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Preceded in death by his parents, Walter Sr. and Lorraine Purdy; sister-in-law, Patricia Scully.
Survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Donna (nee Tait); loving sons, Wally (Joyce) Purdy and Bill (Katie) Purdy; cherished grandchildren, Jenna, Tyler and Jack; sister, Lynn Purdy; many nieces and nephews.
A special thank you to Lightways Hospice and their staff for their care.
Visitation Friday May 31, 2024, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport. Funeral Service Saturday June 1, 2024, at 10:30am. Inurnment Resurrection Cemetery in Romeoville. For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com
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Tom and Karen (Schmidt) Pucel
June 6, 2024
To Donna and family, we are so very sorry to hear about cousin Wally. May you find comfort in the many memories you have made throughout the years. God Bless.
Norm & Joy Sing
June 6, 2024
Donna and family
Sorry for your loss
Norm & Joy Sing
Carl and Susan Egdorf
June 1, 2024
So sorry to hear about cousin Wally. He and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Joe Egdorf
May 31, 2024
Sorry to hear about our cousin. Lots of great memories. He will be truly missed.
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Charlie Egdorf
May 31, 2024
So very sorry to hear of Wally, God Bless you all
Greg Egdorf
May 31, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robin
May 30, 2024
Purdy Family,
May the loving memories of Walter bring you comfort during this difficult time.
My heartfelt prayers go out to you.
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