Joseph August Purdue, 19, of Murrysville, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023, at home, surrounded by his family. He was born Sept. 5, 2003, son of Joseph "J.B." and Lisa (Quaglieri) Purdue. Joe was a 2022 graduate of Franklin Regional High School, where he played football. He enjoyed playing hockey and fishing with his friends. In addition to his parents, Joe will be dearly missed by his brother, Nick Purdue; his sister, Kate Purdue; paternal grandmother, Barbara Bruce; maternal grandparents, Tony and Harriet Quaglieri; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; and his two beloved dogs, Diesel and Dallas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma Research by visiting www.stormtheheavens.org. Visitation is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville. A funeral Mass will be held at a time to be announced Monday at Mother of Sorrows Parish. For online condolences, please visit www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by Tribune Review on Mar. 24, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Purdue

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Brian & Lauren Brush

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Jenn, Jake, and James Weir

March 26, 2023

I was blessed to have met Joe at a football game. Such a sweet, thoughtful, and positive young man. Our hearts are breaking for your loss.

Kathy Pilkington

March 26, 2023

I don´t know Joe or your family but I watched the video & it broke my heart. I just want you to know that I am praying for strength for your family to get through these difficult days ahead. You have my deepest condolences. RIP Joe

Jim DeZort

March 25, 2023

JB& Lisa ; Hard to put in words !

Jake told me Joe was sick .
& as i try to put the words together , Tears flowing for such a loss for your family , wow feels like the other day the kids bare foot where running accross the gameroom floor as it was heating up for the first time are the memories i have as the young family enjoyed their new
home . No idea where the time has gone . Our family cant thank yours enough for your friendship. Condolences from . Jim DeZort

Mario Peticca

March 25, 2023

Deepest sympathy during this difficult time. To you, your family and friends
Mario and Gerry Peticca

Nancy and Joe Hohl

March 25, 2023

So very very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

Franklin Regional Hockey Club

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Bob and Betsy Lunden

March 25, 2023

Mr. and Mrs Purdue,

We only met you and Joe a couple of times at Bob/Jens but have followed his journey thru your online updates. We do know how much Joe was loved by Nick and have seen pictures of his visits with him. I can only say what I told Nick and that was to know that he is out of pain and with Jesus now will hopefully ease your grief thru time. God bless you and your family.

With our sincerest condolences,
Bob and Betsy Lunden

Keith Pelmon and Family

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Bryan Elderkin

March 24, 2023

I did not know Joseph---but I read his story (and yours). Praying for his soul, and especially for the entire family in this fiery trial and in the great void that comes after his passing on to the Triumphant Church in Paradise.
I lost my brother to a 'benign' ganglioma on the brain stem- Ray was 22 years old and I was just graduating high school.
My sympathies, my prayers and love to you all.

Bobby Lybarger

March 24, 2023

I was so very very to hear Joe passed. He had a heart of a true F R Panther thank God i got to Joe he was a Special young man i wish more where like him.

Kathleen

March 24, 2023

Prayers to his family. So sad. What a handsome young man.

Patricia Polce corner of Hahn Lane and Tilbrook

March 24, 2023

So sorry for your loss. May the Lord help you all through this time.

patty

March 24, 2023

I just saw this on a website. I don't know you or your family, but my tears are flowing. I am sending your family and all his friends my prayers. Your son is now your guardian angel and will watch over you,

Denver Stonecheck

March 24, 2023

I´m very sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for your family at this time.

Jennifer Farinelli

March 24, 2023

I watched the video of the young man singing his song to your son. It melted my heart, you could feel the love. I hope you all find the strength, love and support you will need. I´m a person that happened to see the video and it´s hurts me deep inside. I can only imagine the pain. I am so sorry may God hold you all in the palm of his hand.

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Mike Conway

March 24, 2023

Dear JB and Lisa,
There are truly no words....
My very deepest and most sincere sympathies and condolences to you and your family on the loss of your beloved son. So so very sorry to receive that news. My God....May he rest in peace and may you find the strength to go forward. I am so so sorry and sad for you and your family. I have lost family to the same awful disease and I know the pain it causes. Love to you and your family.

MJ Smith

March 24, 2023

I´m very sorry for your loss! You guys don´t know me, but I´ve been reading up on Joe´s story, and all I can say is that he is a true inspiration. My name is MJ, and I am a 2022 graduate of Cornell High School, and I attend IUP.

Hearing what Joe went through, and him still finding the strength to smile, and leave it all to god is something only the strong can do. I will continue to put you all in my prayers, and if you all need anything, I´m here. May God bless you all and wrap you with his love and comfort!

Britt Udemi

March 24, 2023

Lisa - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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