Regis D Purcell's Obituary
Purcell
Regis
Age 83, passed away on March 9, 2018. Beloved husband of Mary (Ciraula) Purcell; father of Judith (DeeAnn Butchko) Purcell, Joy (Richard) Lamars, and William (Rachel) Purcell; grandfather of Sara Lamars, Payton Purcell, Nathan Purcell, Brenna Purcell-Butchko, and Alayna Purcell-Butchko; brother of the late William Purcell; and son of the late Elsie Wilhelm. He was happiest when spending time with his family, giving them the most genuine love and support. He was always ready with questions to ask others about their lives or ready to attend his grandkids' events, making sure they knew how proud he was of them. Regis was a veteran and worked for P&LE Railroad, and he loved to share stories about his life and his childhood. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Family and friends will be received on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 301 Curry Hollow Rd, Pittsburgh PA, 15236. A Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at Saint Thomas A' Becket Church, 139 Gill Hall Rd, Clairton, PA 15025. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Anthony's School Programs: .
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