Mr. Jimmy Purvis

August 27, 1948 - June 16, 2020

Jimmy Purvis was born on August 27, 1948 in Robersonville, NC to William and Mary Purvis. Jimmy departed this earth and gained his wings on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at Martin General Hospital. Jimmy was raised and grew up in Robersonville, NC most of his life. Jimmy worked at Martin Enterprises for several years as an assembly line worker. He also joined Full Gospel Way of the Cross Church of Christ in Robersonville, NC under the leadership of Pastor Willie B. Teel. Jimmy enjoyed the fellowship and was often allowed to sing his favorite song, Precious Lord, to the congregation. Jimmy was well known in his community. He always greeted everyone with a smile and a request. His smile brought you in and warmed you up, so he could remind you of his birthday and request a gift immediately. Jimmy loved his family, he loved his long sleeve shirts, white Chuck Taylors, moon pies, hot balls and square snuff. He was not hard to please. His favorite tv shows were Walker Texas Ranger and Matlock. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, William and Mary Purvis; four sisters, Odell Purvis, Ruby Dell Razor, Dorothy “Mothergoose” Purvis, and Thelma “Pete” Moore. Jimmy leaves to cherish his memory, six brothers, Terry Purvis (Marie) of Greenville, William Purvis of Planfield, NJ, Ricky Purvis of Danbury CT, Mackey Purvis (Vicky) of Lithonia GA, Linburgh Purvis (Sharon) of Tampa FL, Bobby Dean Purvis (Sue) of New Milford CT; his three sisters, Velma Little of Danbury CT, Mary Lou Daniels of Orange NJ and Hilda Martin (Ozie) of New Milford, CT; he will be sorely missed by a host of nieces, nephew, cousin and dear friends.