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Derrick Purvis

Published on 06/04/2022

PURVIS Derrick On Thursday 24th March 2022, passed away suddenly, in Blackpool Victoria Hospital, aged 87 years. Derrick, a beloved father of Christine, Lynne, Michael and Sarah. A loving grandfather, father-in-law, uncle and brother. Derrick, a loving, kind and caring man, was a real character and was liked by so many. He was one of the greats and will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him. No words can explain this loss, but he will live on in the hearts of his family. At rest in the Grimshaw Park Funeral Home. An 11.15 am service will take place in Christ Church, Blackburn on Wednesday 20th April followed by committal at Pleasington Crematorium. The family invite you to join them at Feniscowles Sports and Social Club after the service. No flowers please, donations in memory of Derrick may be made to National Deaf Children's Society via www.ndcs.org.uk. All enquiries to Waring McKenna Funeralcare, 45 Grimshaw Park, Blackburn, BB2 3AG. Tel. 01254 51577.

Candle image Khalil Hussain April 7th, 2022

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Khalil Hussain April 7th, 2022
Was always a pleasure delivering your meds to you Mr Purvis.
Didnt think you'd go so soon having only said our farewells a few weeks ago.
You'll be sadly missed.
Flick April 6th, 2022
Derrick you will be sadly missed by myself and my father. You was a best friend to my father and this is so sad and sudden. Love Lynn and Tony. Xx