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Delbert Purdy Obituary

Purdy, Delbert A.

Delbert A. Purdy age 92; beloved husband of the late Ruth E. nee Dietrich; loving father of Dale (Luann) and David Purdy, cherished grandfather of Elizabeth (Mathew) Underwood, David (Mary), and Paul (Jessie) Purdy; great grandfather of Emma and Ethan Purdy and Ignatius and Gertrude Underwood; preceded in death by fourteen brothers and sisters; dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of VFW Post #5220 and American Legion Post #146, supporter of the Lions Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Paul Lutheran Church appreciated. Visitation 3 pm to 8 pm Tuesday September 14, 2021, at Kosary Funeral Home 9837 S. Kedzie, Evergreen Park. Funeral Wednesday September 15th; Lying in State 9:00 am; Funeral Service 10:00 am at St. Paul Lutheran Church 4660 W. 94th St. Oak Lawn; Interment Chapel Hill Garden West Cemetery; Information 708-499-3223 or KosaryFuneralHome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 12, 2021.
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The Peace Hospice, Three Oaks family wishes to express our sincere condolences to Delbert´s family and friends. We are honored that we could provide care and companionship to Delbert and his family on his final journey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

The Peace Hospice, Three Oaks family

October 3, 2021

please know we are thinking about all of you at this difficult time..he was such a lovely man we know he will be missed by everyone.The Underwood Family.

The Underwood Family

September 16, 2021

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14

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Kosary Funeral Home

9837 South Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL 60805

Sep

15

Lying in State

9:00 a.m.

St. Paul Lutheran Church

4660 W. 94th St., Oak Lawn, IL

Sep

15

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

St. Paul Lutheran Church

4660 W. 94th St., Oak Lawn, IL

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Kosary Funeral Home

9837 South Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL 60805

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