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Bruce "Bud" Alexander Purves

August 31, 1944 - March 23, 2021

Obituary For Bruce "Bud" Alexander Purves

Bruce “Bud” Purves, resident of Hythe, AB, passed away in Edmonton, AB, on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, after suffering from a stroke at the age of 76 years.

Bud was born on August 31, 1944, in Valhalla Centre, AB, to Jim and Edith Purves. He was the second child of a family of four and was raised in the Valhalla and Hythe area.

As a young man, Bud was employed at Nasedkin’s Meat Shop in Beaverlodge as a meat cutter. His later years were spent working as an operator in the oil and gas industry and farming. Bud and Allan farmed five quarters of land for many years. This fall, they decided to retire and rent out the land.

He had a generous heart when it came to family and friends. He loved to visit and always toured the town. He enjoyed watching hockey, curling and rodeos, and delighted in forever teasing.

Bud will forever be remembered by his siblings: Allan, Joan (Lavern) Steinke, and Betty McFadzen; as well as his niece and nephews, aunts, and many cousins.

He was predeceased by his grandparents Agnes and Jack Purves; mother and father Edith and Jim Purves; special aunt and uncle Violet and Jule Jensen; and brother in-law Don McFadzen.

At Bud’s request, no formal service will be held.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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June 24, 2021

Mitchell Connie

My sincere condolences to all of you! My heart goes out to you as you struggle with the loss of Buddy.
June 24, 2021

Jones Harley &

We are so very sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. Our condolences to the family.
June 24, 2021

Hommy Sandra

Thinking of you all. Buddy was a great neighbour to Mom (Kay Dane) for years. We appreciated all he did for her over the years. She always thought a lot of Buddy. Hopefully your memories help....
June 24, 2021

Nordhagen Ann

Dear Joan Betty Allan and family. We were very sorry to hear about Bud. He will be missed.He was a wonderful to neighbour to our mom(Kay Dane) and she thought a ,lot of him and appreciated his help and neighborliness. He has been a kind and thoughtful neighbor to those on his street. We always had a good visit whenever we met him downtown. Take care-you are in our thoughts. Jim and Ann Nordhagen
June 24, 2021

Antonio Susan and David

We would like to offer our condolences to all the family . Buddy was a kind and funny man and it was always nice to have a chat with him about the cows and especially farming and the family. His smiling face will surely be missed in hythe
June 24, 2021

Bekkerus Darlene

Sorry for your loss, Bud was a very kind man
June 24, 2021

Nordhagen Lorna

I have memories of Buddy visiting at my Uncle Harold and Aunt Aliceâ??s home when I was younger. Buddy always had a smile and a story, and remembered me even if I hadnâ??t seen him for years at a time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Sincerely, Lorna Nordhagen
June 24, 2021

Tofteland Bonnie

Sending our Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your wonderful brother and uncle. His big smile and wave will be missed by many. From the Steve Tofteland family.

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