George C. Purpera's Obituary
George C. Purpera, age 72, peacefully passed away on January 2, 2024.
Loving supportive and devoted husband of 51 years to Elizabeth Purpera (nee Mandela); dearest father of Lisa (Brian) Potteiger, David Purpera, Diana (Brandon) Woodle, and Nicholas (Kailey) Purpera; loving grandfather "Papa" of Steven, Michael, Anthony, and Nicholas Gaetani, Ransom and Luca Woodle, and Kamryn and Hunter Potteiger; beloved son of the late Charles and Wanda (nee Blach) Purpera; dear brother of Charlotte (late John) Imperatore and the late Robert Purpera; brother-in-law to Genevieve (Andrew) Durewicz and the late Andrew (Tina) Mandela; cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
George was an avid car and music enthusiast. His passion and knowledge for music and culture was known by many. He loved riding motorcycles and traveling. He had the greatest love for his family and a tender heart for animals.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in George's memory be made to Cleveland Animal Protective League (clevelandapl.org).
A Memorial Gathering time will be from 4:00PM to 8:00PM on Friday, January 12, 2024, at Sunset Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070. A Catholic Prayer Service will begin at 10:00AM on Saturday, January 13, 2024, where there will be full military honors.
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