David Purvis
McDuffie
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- Visitation will be held on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Divinity Divine Charity Ev. Lutheran Church 900 E. Henry Clay, Whitefish Bay, from 10:00am-11:00am.
- Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Divinity Divine Charity Ev. Lutheran Church 900 E. Henry Clay, Whitefish Bay, at 11:00am
McDuffie, David Purvis
October 4, 1954 – December 15, 2022. Full of love and compassion and an undeniable sense of humor, at 68 years young, David left us to join his heavenly family on December 15. Our brother was preceded in death by our parents, James McDuffie, M.D. and Sara McDuffie. He leaves behind daughters, Sara Katherine Trail and Ailea Koxlien, brother, James II, sisters Ruth (Charles) Marks, and Tamye (David) Metzger. He was Uncle to Alex, Kaelyn and Jessica. David attended Wisconsin Lutheran High School (class of 72). After graduating from UW Eau Claire with a degree in marketing, he worked at GTE, Miller Brewing Company and PepsiCo before moving to the Chicago area to work for McDonald’s. Shortly thereafter, he became a partner in the Blockbuster Video business. David was very active in his church, serving on the church council, singing in the choir, and volunteered for much more. David will be lovingly remembered by a widespread circle of dear friends who knew that his big heart was always in the right place. Rest in peace beloved David.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Divinity Divine Charity Ev. Lutheran Church 900 E. Henry Clay, Whitefish Bay, at 10:00am with funeral service to follow at 11:00am.
Please consider a memorial to Divinity Divine Charity or Wisconsin Lutheran High School.
David’s funeral service will be available for viewing at heritagefuneral.com following the funeral.
“Above all, fear the Lord, and serve him in truth, with all your heart, considering the great things he has done for you.” 1 Samuel 12:24
David was a loving person…whose heart was in the right place…! He had a personality bigger than life !
Very kind person whom quickly made friends with all he met.
Will be missed
David and Rita Scurlock
Dave was a good friend . He will be missed. Rest in peace friend
David always had a way of making friends with anyone! He had a laugh that could fill any room with his presence, his sharp sense of humor will truly be missed. Rest in peace.
Rest in Peace my dear friend. You are the Smartest, Kindest and most special person that I ever met. Your bigger than life personality will be missed. I extend my thoughts and prayers to your entire family. I will forever remember the visit to your home in September between you, D. Moore and myself discussing MBCo, life in Milwaukee and our past endeavors.
David will live on in my heart forevermore. He looked after his mother, Sara, for many years and loved her dearly. He loved his brother, JJ, and stood by his side till the unexpected end. David never judged but was so judged by others. He was kind, generous, and willing to help people in any way. He was smart, savvy, clever, and never missed a beat. It is a blessing that he was able to be in heaven for Christmas. Until we meet again my Sweet.
David P. McDuffie Rest In Peace, you left enough beautiful memories to last a life time. Always Minerva
David and I were honor attendants in the wedding of Beatrice and David Moore. He had a personality larger than life and never met a stranger. He’s that one-of-kind person that touches your spirit and will forever remain in our hearts. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
While I didn’t know David all that long , a small Bible Study at DDC afforded me a chance to see the kind man with the gentle sense of humor so many remember.
My condolences to all who loved him.
I don’t recall ever seeing David without a smile and I don’t recall not ever smiling back. No matter what was going on with him, that smile always came through. I believe that now he is at “perfect peace”.
Our families met at St. Marcus Lutheran, David was a rascal from elementary school to Wisconsin Lutheran always a good time when in his company. Praying for the family he will be missed.
I remember David McDuffie as a Business Man with an Out Of This World Personality. I .met David many years ago when I picked D Moore and D McDuffie up at the New Orleans Airport. At that time I was training to become A McDonald’s Owner Operator. His advise was extremely helpful to my McDonald’s career. Most of all, I will always remember the time I spent with him, how much fun we had, how much we laughed, His Booming Personality, and the advice he gave me. REST IN PEACE DARVID!!!
I knew David for over forty years We first met while working at Miller Brewing Company I will always remember his larger than life personality and high energy level who never met a stranger REST in Peace my friend
To the McDuffie Family: Please accept the Reneau family’s condolences for your loss. I always looked up to David for being so cool. He was always the life of the party and seemed to be in perpetual motion. The friendship between our parents was passed down to their children. There were so many cook-outs, so much laughter and such togetherness during those hot summers. Our dads battled for best barbecue chef while our moms gossiped. JJ, Ruth and Tamye, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for the wonderful memories of which David was such a huge part. We love you.
I met David during the summer of 77. My cousin David Moore, and I drove from Milwaukee to Sheboygan where David resided to spend the day drinking Old Milwaukee beer and eating crab legs. Inside of five minutes I felt as though I had met a cousin I didn’t know I had. We had so many great times over the years. I‘m better for knowing him. Rest in peace
Took me a bit to know how to express my thoughts here and then I heard this song playing over & over and I knew –
“This Is For The Cool in You”
I miss you
Luv
Gab
My condolences to his family. I so enjoyed going to your mom’s house and walking to the 4th of July parade. I first met David in 1978 when he started with MBCO as a Merchandiser. We became fast friends. We spoke frequently when he was in Mars, PA. Over the years we sold beer, sold siding, rehabbed central city properties, and strategized many other endeavors. David had limitless potential. He was the most naturally gifted salesman I have ever seen, He had a sharp mind and a sparking personality. We had so many memorable times. Rest in peace, my friend.
Awesome friend
3 months and memories just keep coming and keep me going. So miss you asking “how was your day?”. Always your first words.
I still tell you everyday and now I ask first…
“How was heaven today David?”
Always –
Gab
Crazy for you and so missing you
I know you got me and “my back” yes!
In thanks and honor of your love
Play this song “Sweet Symphony”
Missing you like crazy
Luv
Gab
Thanks for keeping watch on me. I’ve learned a more than I would’ve ever thought about flooring and home renovations than I thought I would have to know..
Memorial Day – honor you too my friend
I still miss you everyday. So much. My only consolation is that you are whole in heaven.
Missing you lot crazy.
Thanks
Gab
Thinking of u. Thanks
Stay with me. Miss u . Guide me
Missing you more & more. I know you’re listening when I talk to you. Thinking all your friends & family feel the same. Luv
Happy Birthday David.
Missing & loving you.
Gab
Hey you – my Sarah is pregnant.
Think you already know..
Thanks friend.
I’m still sticking with spontaneity not “spontenuity”. Just remembering with gratitude.
“Recharging my batteries”. Back in black & green
For the cool in you…
This old heart of mine💋
Miss u. Navigating it without your guidance is harder than I ever thought
Happy February David. What’s going on in heaven?
Thinking of you
April showers bring….
Thinking of you