Our beloved husband, father and friend, Dr. Robert P. Purpura, 83 of Surprise, Arizona, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2019, at Banner University Hospital surrounded by his loving family; wife Judy, sons Phillip (Dot) and Tony and daughter Vicki. Dr Purpura was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and received his undergraduate training at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. He completed his medical studies at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago, Illinois, along with an internship and residency in internal medicine. Dr. Purpura served his country in the U.S. Army stationed in Europe and the U.S.
After completing his military service, Dr. Purpura opened a private internal medical practice in Tucson, Arizona, and continued his career as a leader in developing clinical studies for several pharmaceutical products until his retirement in 1996.
Dr. Purpura will be remembered as a gentle, caring man who was always ready at a moment’s notice to lend a hand to his family and friends or take off on another adventure with Judy, the love of his life and wife of 59 years. He was an avid golfer and talented woodworker who also enjoyed traveling and reading, but most of all spending time with his family. He had a wonderful sense of humor and the respect of all who knew him.
Cremation will take place and no services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Surprise Funeral Care, 16063 W. Bell Road, Surprise, Arizona
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