04/28/2003 - 05/11/2023
On May 11th, Ryan Purkey, cherished son, brother, and friend, passed away at the age of 20 years young. Ryan was born in Greeneville, Tennessee and was actively seeking a degree in business. He had close ties to friends and family from Sevier to Greene County and enjoyed sports, video games, and working at the Wilderness with his friends. Ryan was known for his bright red hair, infectious laugh, and being a deeply caring person.
Ryan is preceded in death by: Allen Harris (uncle), Eleanor Creech, Betty Purkey, Dorthy Metcalf (great grandmothers).
Ryan is survived by: Christopher Purkey, Danielle Harris (parents), Alicia West (step-mother) Madeline Purkey (sister), Jayden & Kayden Eutah (half-brothers), Benson West (step-brother) Chris & Brenda Purkey, Steve Harris & Debra Swanay (grandparents), Donald Swanay (step-grandfather) Andrew Harris (uncle). Many other uncles, aunts, cousins, and close friends.
A memorial service will be held at Stubblefield Funeral Home at 5421 E Andrew Johnson Hwy Morristown, TN 37814, on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, starting at 5pm.Visitation with his family will begin at 3pm and continue until services begin.