Mr. Edward T. Purcell, 85, of Lawrence died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital. Born in Lowell Mr. Purcell had been an area resident all his life. Son of the late Christopher and Nora (Glynn) Purcell. He served honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War. Mr. Purcell enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. The widower of Cecile M. (Perron) Purcell and father of the late Kenneth and Steven Purcell, he is survived by one son; Glenn Purcell and his wife Dianne of Lawrence. One grandson Bryan Purcell and one great-grand daughter Baylee Purcell. Mr. Purcell is also survived by two sisters Sarah and Rita Purcell both of Lowell.
Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Plonowski Funeral Home, 180 Jackson Street, Lawrence. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 9:00 am at the funeral home burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of Edgar J. Racicot Inc. Funeral Home, 978-683-2706, www.racicotfuneralhome.com