JACK PURVIS

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JACK PURVIS It is with great sadness the family announces the peaceful passing of Jack Purvis, on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, at Kelowna General Hospital. Jack fought bravely, but ultimately succumbed to his battle with C.O.P.D. and C.H.D. Jack was born and raised in Brandon, Manitoba. Over the years he would often reminisce about his Brandon paper route, (through deep snow and 40 below temperatures!). He spent the summers of his youth at Clear Lake, a place he always loved and where he ran the local roller rink. Jack graduated from the University of Brandon and shortly thereafter met a young nurse who assisted in the birth of his niece, Marilyn. He didn't know it at the time, but that young nurse would eventually become the love of his life! Jack and Enid were married in Flin Flon, Manitoba in 1956. Jack began his mining career with Hudson Bay Mining and Smelting (HBM&S) in Flin Flon, moving to the company's Head Office in Winnipeg during the 1950s, and eventually settling his family in Toronto after opening the Toronto Branch in the 1960s. He enjoyed many years of travelling with Enid, Dee and John. They explored Canada coast-to-coast, and parts of Europe during the 1970s. The family trips made for beautiful and lasting memories. Happily married to his loving wife Enid for 60 years, Jack retired as the Vice President of Sales for HBM&S after 35 successful years with the firm. Jack travelled extensively during his career, establishing and maintaining critical relationships within the global mining community for his employer. Jack was an avid golfer and President of the Donalda Golf and County Club in Toronto. After retirement, Jack and Enid relocated to Kelowna, BC where he enjoyed golfing at the Bear & Pheasant Country Club. The past several years also included playing bridge, attending the symphony, and reading his favourite books. Throughout the years, Jack and Enid have hosted many festive gatherings of family and friends to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries. Jack loved these parties, especially being surrounded by the people he loved. Jack is survived by his wife Enid (nee Archer), and children: Deidre, John, and John's wife Nadia, as well as his four grandchildren: Ryan and Sean Gray, Adam and Dana Purvis. He is also survived by his nieces Marilyn, Carol and Sara, and nephew Paul, as well as Jack's sister-in-law Bobby and her husband Ted. A kind and loving husband and father, Jack never failed to lend his support to assist a family member or friend in need. The example he set for us will never be forgotten. The love he shared with his family and friends is only outweighed by the loving memories we will all carry with us, forever. You're a wonderful person Jack Purvis and you will be dearly missed by all who knew you. In lieu of flowers, we encourage you to please make a donation in Jack's memory to the charity of your choice. A memorial service celebrating Jack's life will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at 4:00 p.m., Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 24, 2017