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Joseph PURDIE Obituary

PURDIE, Joseph W., Jr., Born Easter Sunday April 16, 1922 in Gretna, Louisiana (across the river from New Orleans). Joseph was the father of three daughters by his first wife, Pearlie Mae. He is survived by two daughters. Lillianne and Jo Michele and his present wife: Lela. Joseph retired from the Air Force and the U.S. Postal Service. He went on to be with the Lord January 31, 2018 at approximately 2:00 p.m. He will be missed by five grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Viewing will be held at OASIS FUNERAL CARE, 1687 W. Prince Rd #101, Tuesday, February 6, 2018, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Feb. 6, 2018.

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John, Henson

April 2, 2022

Joe was my boss at Misawa AB, in northern Japan from 1959 to 1962 or 1963. He got me promoted to Staff Sergeant. He was one of the finest men I've ever met and a pleasure to work for. Rest well Joe, and God bless.

Travis Snook

May 8, 2018

so saddenened to learn of Joe's passing.God bless you Lela.

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Eve Linton

February 10, 2018

February 10, 2018

Very sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort be with the family today and in the days ahead. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

Kathee Wms. Steinberg

February 7, 2018

Lee,
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. May his soul rest in peace.

February 7, 2018

So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort give you peace during this difficult time. Psalm 29:11

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