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1944
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2020
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John Purcell Obituary
John was born in Greenport, Long Island, Jan. 30, 1944, to John J. and Dorothy (Grigonis) Purcell. He married Sandra (Brown) Purcell Oct. 7, 1967; she survives him. John is also survived by his daughter Christina (Purcell) and her husband Timothy Milton; sons, John David and his wife Linda Purcell, Kevin R. Purcell and Brian M. Purcell; 11 grandchildren that he cherished; and his dear sister Letitia Schultz.
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Carolyn Grigonis Haman
May 2, 2022
Just learned of Jackies obituary. My deepest sympathy to Sandy and family. 1st cousins are always important to keep in touch with. My love to Letty.
Carol & Bill
Cheryl Grigonis Adams
April 25, 2022
I'm feeling so sad after reading the entries below. It sounds as though he was a remarkable, loving and spiritual man, my cousin. We had lost touch over the years,sadly. As kids, my brother Dave and I would spend time over in CT with Jackie and his sister Letty. We had so much fun with them. They would also spend time with our family on Long Island. I would love to connect with Letty. If anyone sees this please give her my phone # 631-928-2237
Cheryl Grigonis Adams
April 25, 2022
My brother Dave just came across Jackie's obituary. I'm feeling sad and wishing I had known earlier. Love to find Letty
Kelly frechette
July 12, 2020
Sandy
I just found out about the passing of John. Im so sorry to hear this. My condolences to you and the rest of the family.
April 29, 2020
I had the pleasure of caring for John while he was with at Norwichtown, we share some great times, I have missed him so over the last few weeks. So sorry for you loss. Darlene Cassidy
Bill & Kathi Carlson
April 26, 2020
Dear Sandy, Chris and Tim, and family. We are so sorry for your loss. We are so thankful that John is now with His Heavenly Father. He has waited so long for this graduation. Always greeted with a smile, always enjoyed talking of our Home beyond this one. He was thrilled for the Lord making it possible tp leave from Chris and Tim's home! He was a very special friend, and is greatly missed already.
Bill & Kathi Carlson:
April 26, 2020
** The Lord introduced John to me years ago in another church. John was always a source of encouragement, as we spent time reflecting on our position as being children of God, & in His eternal Family. In the past couple of years, as John dealt daily, with some of the hardest questions people have to contend with, his trust in the Lord to, do it right didn't falter, that I saw. He always met me with a smile, and was a blessing to be with. His faith seemed to grow stronger as the days to his leaving became shorter. Very recently, he rejoiced to leave the Nursing home, and move into the home of Chris and Tim. This is exactly where he wanted to leave from, to be with the Lord forever.**
Debbie Janda
April 26, 2020
Sandy may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. John was a wonderful man who had an infectious smile and his love was bright and shining. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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