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Melvin Purchase July 14, 1941 - July 12, 2024

Passed peacefully away surrounded by family at the Health Science Center on July 12th, Melvin John Purchase of North Harbor, formerly from Norris Arm South, age 82.

Predeceased by his parents, Blanche and Allan Purchase, Brothers Len and Fred, Sister Pearl.

Left with fond and loving memories loving wife Daphne, Stepson Barry (Lori), Stepdaughters Brenda, Tina (Tom), Granddaughter Brittany (Jordan), Grandson Matthew, Great grandchildren Everly and Lewis, Brother, Gary (Janet) and a large circle of extended family and Friends.

Melvin was a devoted family man with a very special love for his grandchildren. He was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord with all his heart. Every opportunity he had he shared with people what the Lord did in his life. His favorite phrase that he shared with everyone was, God Loves You!

Visitation will be held at Victory Pentecostal Church, North Harbour on Monday, July 15 from 2- 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral service 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday July 17, 2024 at Victory Pentecostal Church, North Harbour with interment to follow at the Pentecostal Cemetery, North Harbour.

Donations in his memory may be made to Victory Pentecostal Church, North Harbour Cemetery fund.

Funeral service 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday July 17, 2024 at Victory Pentecostal Church, North Harbour with interment to follow at the Pentecostal Cemetery, North Harbour.

Condolences(15)

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    Peggy Blundon says
    July 13, 2024 at 5:52 pm

    Mr. Purchase was a sweet and kind man who I got to know through working at GB Cross Hospital. My sincere condolences to Daphne and his family.

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    Della Foley says
    July 13, 2024 at 5:57 pm

    May your special memories of Melvin help everyone through this difficult time
    Hugs

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    Dwayne Head says
    July 13, 2024 at 6:10 pm

    God loves you Uncle Melvin
    Dwayne

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    Bonnie Reid says
    July 13, 2024 at 8:44 pm

    To Daphne and family
    So sorry to hear of Melvin’s passing. Be assured of my prayers. May the Lord bless you with His comfort and peace in these difficult days.
    With Love
    Bonnie Reid
    Grand Falls-Windsor

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    Ralph & Hilda Crocker says
    July 14, 2024 at 9:37 am

    Sorry to hear the news of Mr. Purchase, condolences & sympathy to Daphne & the family. May the peace of God cover you .

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    Raymond Guy says
    July 14, 2024 at 11:54 am

    So sorry to hear of the passing of my good friend Melvin. We went through a lot together during our working years. Melvin will be forever missed. Condolences to you Dalphne and all of your family. God Bless. Ray & Golda Guy

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    Glenda Varrin says
    July 14, 2024 at 3:33 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear of Melvins passing. I always enjoyed chatting with him when I visited. He was so thoughtful and caring. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

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    Pastor and Mrs. Frank Newbury says
    July 14, 2024 at 3:44 pm

    To Dalphne aǹd Family. So sorry to hear of Melvin’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you today.

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    Pastor Harold Luff says
    July 14, 2024 at 10:33 pm

    Daphne and family
    Sorry for your loss but rejoicing with you in the hope of the gospel. Will never forget the miraculous change the gospel made in Melv’s life. He is now with the Lord. May God sustain you by his grace during your time of grief.🙏

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    Gerald Baker says
    July 15, 2024 at 11:13 am

    Daphne and family
    My deepest condolences to you and your family. Melvin was always ready to share his story of salvation and his relationship with God. His gentle spirit will be missed.

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      Lizzie Cramm says
      July 16, 2024 at 12:12 pm

      To Daphne and family…so sorry to hear of Melvin’s passing…my prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time ♥️ 🙏

      Lizzie

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    Judy Harnum nee(Joy) says
    July 15, 2024 at 11:58 am

    To Brother Melvin’s family.
    Today as you gather to celebrate the life and home going of brother Melvin , the Joy family at Bishops Falls send their heartfelt condolences and do so with great appreciation for a act of compassion Melvin once provided as a young orderly

    . After a difficult time in childbirth our mom was in need of an emergency blood transfusion which Melvin quickly and so willingly was ready to donate thus saving her life. Mom lived to be 93 before falling asleep into the arms of Jesus
    Again our thoughts and prayers are with you all today as you celebrate him home .

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    Jance & Derrick Brinston says
    July 15, 2024 at 6:30 pm

    Sorry to hear of Melvin’s passing . Thoughts and prayers to all the family at this difficult time .

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    Verlie Pitts and Family says
    July 16, 2024 at 11:15 am

    Melvin was a wonderful person, both inside and out. He was a caring soul, with a good heart. I will never forget the kindness he showed to my husband, Pleman, when they shared a hospital room at Dr. G.B. Cross Hospital. He will always be remembered with a smile. My condolences to you Daphne and the family. Gone but never forgotten.

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    Sharon Oakley says
    July 17, 2024 at 9:38 am

    It is with great sadness I hear of Melvin’s passing. I spoke to Melvin briefly in January shortly before we were leaving for Florida. We had a lovely conversation. Sincere condolence to Daphne & family; Garry & family and all his family and friends. Hugs to all. Rest in Peace Melvin, you are now in the arms of the Lord.

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