He worked as computer technician for 27 years. He is survived by his wife; Maria Purcell,daughter; Lisa Purcell Rorick, sons; Edward Purcell II, Ben Banez, John Banez and 8 grandchildren. He will be missed by many.
Funeral Mass will be held at St. Adelaide Catholic Church on Friday, June 22, 2012 at 11:00AM.