Anthony Purvis

November 11, 1969 - February 3, 2015

Mr. Anthony Purvis, age 45, of Douglas passed away Tuesday afternoon, February 3, 2015, at his residence following a brief illness. He was born November 11, 1969 to the late Joe Bethel Purvis and Nellie Ruth Futch Purvis. Mr. Purvis, a native of Coffee County, worked in Construction as a Pressure Washer with Jason White Pressure Washing, and also as a Mechanic. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Teresa Ann Knight. Survivors include: His Wife: Teresa Lynn Heaton Purvis of Douglas, Ga.; 1 Daughter: Shannon Angela Purvis of Douglas, Ga.; 1 Son: Dustin Anthony Purvis of Douglas, Ga.; His Mother: Nellie Ruth Futch Purvis of Douglas, Ga.; 3 Step-Daughters: Candice Harper of Douglas, Ga., Kimberly Harper of Alapaha, Ga., and Julie Drawdy of Enigma, Ga.; 2 Brothers: Dewey Purvis of Jacksonville, Florida, and Ricky Purvis of Douglas, Ga.; 10 Grandchildren. Several Nieces, Nephews, Friends, and Other Relatives. Funeral Services were held Sunday, February 8, 2015, at 3:00 P. M., at the First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Marshall Adcock officiating. A Eulogy was presented by Candice Harper. Inurnment will follow at a later date. Active Pallbearers were: Dewey Purvis, Dustin Purvis, Andrew Purvis, Jason Bostick, Michael Cribb, Daniel Courson, and Shane Purvis. Special Musical Selections, "Go Rest High On That Mountain", "What Hurts The Most", "Wish You Were Here", and "Precious Memories", were all presented by CD Music. "Pre-Lude" and "Post-Lude" soft hymns were rendered by the Pianist, Othalyne Bowen. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the Arrangements.