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Donald Purvis Obituary

Donald PurvisDonald (Duck) Purvis was surrounded by his family when he peacefully passed away at his home on May 15, 2014. A native of Beaufort, he was preceded in death by his mother, father, two sisters and two brothers. He is survived by two daughters, Beth Purvis Caron (Jody), Donna Purvis Gregory, (Mike), two granddaughters, Samantha Caron Franklin, (Micheal), and Kaitlyn Lambert; one sister, Dorothy Painter, one brother, Ralph Purvis and many nieces and nephews. He was retired civil service. He was an avid fisherman and loved being on the river. He was strong in his faith and worked diligently in his church. He was a fabulous cook and known for his barbecue. He was an amazing father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Visitation will be held at Beaufort Church of God at 800 Parris Island Gateway, Port Royal, Tuesday, May 20th at 2pm. Celebration of his life will be held immediately after at 3pm at the church. All donations are to be made to Sanctuary Hospice, PO Box 161 Ridgeland, SC 29936. Anderson Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 19 to Jun. 19, 2014.

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Dorothy Painter

May 10, 2025

Well Brother its been 11 years and I can't begin to say how much I still miss you , you are still remembered today in Beaufort Church of God , Love you and miss my other half..Your Twin..Dot

Dorothy Purvis Painter

May 10, 2023

Its been 9 years since my twin went to be with our momma , I still miss him all the time especially when we are having a function at our Church because he was always there by my side and he loved it as much a s I did..Love you brother and miss you everyday. Your other you..Dot

Dot Painter

May 21, 2014

Love you and miss you brother...

Karen Grooms Griffin

May 20, 2014

I remember Daddy enjoying time with Bro Don and Mr Curtis as we all enjoyed spending time with Ms Pat, Beth and Donna. Missing a dad is a hard thing. In all honesty, it doesn't get any easier. I do have peace and I pray your family has it also. Love you guys

Keith & Karen Holley

May 20, 2014

To the Purvis family so Sorry to hear of your loss had a lot of good times working with Duck and knowing him as a friend,So sorry to hear of your loss.

Donna Purvis

May 19, 2014

I love you Dad! I miss you so much! I know you're at peace so this gives me peace.

Pamella Morrall

May 19, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to the family

Joyce Morrall Beaufort, South Carolina

Marlene Myers

May 19, 2014

Donna: I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts will be with you and your family during this time.

Beth Caron

May 18, 2014

I love you pops! You are greatly missed!

Beth Caron

May 18, 2014

I love you pops and you are greatly missed!

Doug & Lea Crosby

May 18, 2014

You will be missed Uncle Don

May 17, 2014

Our prayers are with your family during this time. you will be missed "Duck".......Robert and Pat Claxton

Sheila Painter

May 17, 2014

In memory of Uncle Don....

Denise Latham

May 17, 2014

We will miss you Papaw Don as my kids called him. I met him almost 27 yrs ago at my high school graduation. He was there for me and my sons, Dakota and Charlie many times. In my heart he will always be my step-dad. I love you and will miss you very much.

Laloni Hardison

May 17, 2014

RIP Uncle Don. I have so many memories of you and my heart goes out to all of my family for our loss. You will forever be missed and tell my daddy hi as you all go fishing together.

nancy easler-stovern

May 17, 2014

Beth and Donna so sorry for your loss. I remember as a childthat he took me and Donna to a playground and we would push off his chest while we were swinging and dirty up his shirt. He was funny and made us laugh.

Erich Hoofman

May 17, 2014

God bless all of you. My heart is with you in your time of sorrow.

Bob Woodberry

May 17, 2014

Rest in Peace Uncle Don

Carla Kinsey

May 17, 2014

Uncle Don you brought happiness and joy to all that you touched. You will always hold a special place in my heart I love you, you will be missed be Never Ever forgotten.

Bettyjo Kizer Stover

May 17, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sherrell Blakely

May 17, 2014

So sorry for your loss. He was a good man but he is with his Mom and Dad now so he is happy. My love to you Beth and Donna. Aunt DeeDee

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