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Stephen Purtell Obituary
of Sarasota, Fla.
Stephen J. Purtell, of Sarasota, Fla., died Sunday, February 1, 2009. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Norene; as well as three brothers and a sister. He is survived by his wife, Betty; a brother, Paul, Manassas, Va.; and a sister, Anne McCarthy, Johnson City; two stepchildren, Tari Ostapchuk, Sarasota, Fla. and Alan Ostapchuk, Salt Lake City, Utah; his beloved granddaughter, Michelle Dennis, NYC; also many nieces, nephews, cousins, as well as numerous good friends. He was an inspiration to many, admired by most and loved by those who knew him best.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday 11 a.m. from the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East Main Street, Endicott. Burial will be in Vestal Hills Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home, Saturday from 9 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m.
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Angela
March 2, 2009
Hi Betty,
Thinking of you with love. I am so happy I got to spend this special time of honoring your Sweetie to pass thru the veil of Heaven. I look forward to seeing you again. I know missing someone you have been with so long and lovingly is not easy, but we, knowing that we will be together again one day is a wonderful promise from our Father in heaven.
I am proud to know you.
Take care & God Bless.
My Love, Angela
Bernard McCabe
February 11, 2009
Dear Betty and family.I was shocked to hear of Steve's passing. Monday night became our night.Last Monday was the first time I drove to a meeting alone in over two years. I talked to Steve all the way and I listened. He told me to take it easy and I too could be very happy like him. Just try to do the next right thing. Connie and I are going on a river cruise on Feb. 14.
Best Personal regards Bernard
Dr Frank and Joyce Gilroy
February 6, 2009
We were saddened to learn of the death of Steve Purtell. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family
Lorraine Curtin
February 6, 2009
Betty, I was very saddend to hear of Steve's passing. I will always remember our wonderful airboat ride with him when Joan and I were in Florida. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
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Angela
February 5, 2009
My Dear Betty,
I just read about your sweet husband. I am sad that he will be here no longer with you, but happy that you will be tog. again one day for eternety. I lost my Mom, neice and several people in the last 1.5 yrs . God Bless you and yours.
As Always, A sister in Christ, Angela Hill Mandrell, Binghamton Ward
Bill & Shani McMahon
February 5, 2009
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. Bill
learned alot about gardening working
with Steve and enjoyed doing it. Our
thoughts and prayers are with you Betty and family.
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