Mr. Johnny Mack Purdy Sr.
June 17, 1947 - October 29, 2020
Johnny Mack Purdy, Sr., 73, of DeWitt passed away October 29, 2020. He was born June 17, 1947 in DeWitt to Harvey and Lois Stanford Purdy. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the American Legion #158, where he served as post commander. Johnny was also a member of the DeWitt Masonic Lodge #157, DeWitt Lions Club, and Unity Missionary Baptist Church. He was a carpenter and retired from the DeWitt school district. Johnny was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Sue Highness. He is survived by his wife, Audrey Purdy; three children Karen Hawkins (James) and Mack Purdy (Charlotte) both of DeWitt, and Dan Purdy (Becky) of Junction City, KS; eight grandchildren Casey Gleason, Tyler Purdy, Jacob Purdy, Christie Purdy, Candice Purdy, Hayden Purdy, Skylar Purdy, and Sydney Purdy; two bonus granddaughters Hailey Anderson and Ashlynne Jenkins; twelve great grandchildren; and one sister Dora Tappan of Corrales, NM. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Monday, November 2nd at Unity Missionary Baptist Church with visitation beginning at 9:30 am. Burial will follow at DeWitt Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Unity Missionary Baptist Church, 823 W. 4th St., DeWitt, AR 72042.
Johnny Mack Purdy, Sr., 73, of DeWitt passed away October 29, 2020. He was born June 17, 1947 in DeWitt to Harvey and Lois Stanford Purdy. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the American Legion #158, where he served as post... View Obituary & Service Information