Carl Alan Purvee Sr.'s Obituary
With a heavy heart the family of Carl Alan Purvee Sr. announces the passing of Carl on May 5th 2018 in Tavares, Florida at the age of 70.
Carl is preceded in passing by his father Carson, his brother Carson Jr (Bub), and his brother Larry.
Carl is survived by his Mother Lois Purvee, Wife Angela Purvee, Children Carl Purvee Jr, Denise Brown, Howard Purvee, Eddie Purvee, Tim Herman, and Sofia (the Dog); Grandchildren, Carl had over twenty grandchildren that he loved and adored. Siblings Mike Purvee, Ken Purvee, and Leonard Purvee.
Carl was born on January 3, 1948 in Saratoga Springs, NY to parents Carson and Lois Purvee. He graduated from Mount Dora High School in 1966. After high school, Carl was drafted into the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After basic training, Carl was assigned to the 1st Battalion 7th Cavalry Airmobile Division and sent immediately to Vietnam. During his time in the service he earned several decorations including: National Defense Service Metal, Vietnam Service Metal 2/Bronze Stars, Vietnam Campaign Metal w/60 Device, Bronze Star Medal, and Combat Infantryman Badge. Carl was Honorably Discharged from the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant/E-6.
Upon his return home from Vietnam he started a family and moved to the Dona Vista Area. Carl went to work for Winn Dixie Supermarkets and was taught the trade of meat cutting. During his 42 years at Winn Dixie Carl developed many special relationships with coworkers and regulars that frequented his store. Carl was known for his strong work ethic, ability to make you laugh and being a prankster.
After his time at Winn Dixie, Carl found love in woodworking, gardening and Sofia (his therapy dog). Carl was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) a few years earlier and Sofia was his new best friend. When you would visit him at his home, he was happy to show you his latest project, fresh harvest, or brag about his new found love “Sofia”.
Carl loved to hunt and fish. During the summer you could find him and Angie on the beach surf fishing or in the fall they were in a deer stand waiting for that big buck. Carl was active in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) where he found sobriety, humbleness, and strength. Carl would become an inspiration for others that were headed down the same road as he.
A visitation is scheduled for May 9th 5pm - 7pm at Steverson-Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Home in Tavares. Funeral will be held at the same location May 10th 11am. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Carl’s life. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Halifax Humane Society at 2364 LPGA Blvd. Daytona Beach, FL 32124, telephone (386) 274-4703, in memory of Carl Purvee Sr. All gifts received will go to support the Paws of Freedom program which made it possible for Sophia to join the Purvee family. Condolences can be sent to www.SteversonHamlinHilbish.com. The family would like to thank the staff of Lake EMS, Tavares Fire Department and Waterman Hospital for their care during this time.
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