George Emmett Purvis

George Emmett Purvis, an 80-year-old lifelong resident of Mobile, Alabama, passed away on February 22, 2024. George was a beloved father, grandfather, and brother. He was preceded in death by his precious wife Patricia Louise Purvis, his parents Walter E. Purvis and Anna Purvis Moring, his sisters Ella James (Billie) and Ellen Cowart (Herman), and his brother Robert S. "Robbie" Purvis.

He is survived by his daughters Erica Purvis Adams and Aileen Purvis, his sons Timothy Purvis (Renee) and Michael Purvis (Billie); sister Loreen Singley; brother Walter Earl "Bebe" Purvis (Carol), seven grandchildren, one great grandchild, and many more relatives and friends.

George loved working alongside his wife Pat in their backyard until her passing in 2023. Together, throughout their 53 years of marriage, they planted and cultivated countless variations of flowers and trees. Their yard was always in full bloom and inviting year-round. George loved spending time with his family and being a Grandfather/Great-grandfather. He truly enjoyed finding laughter and mischief with Bebe Purvis & Herman Cowart, or as George called them, "The Three Amigos." George found solace and joy gathering with his fellow friends at Orchard Baptist Church. Private burial services will be held at Pine Crest Cemetery West and a memorial service will be held at Orchard Baptist Church on March 23, 2024.