Alice S. Purdy
June 17, 2011
Alice S. Purdy, 87, passed away June 17, 2011, after a very lengthy illness. Alice was a resident of The Overlook Masonic Home in Charlton for the past 17 years. Alice was born in Lynn, on April 27, 1924. She married Arthur S. Purdy of Hamilton in 1959 where she resided for the next 35 yrs. Arthur predeceased her in 1982. Alice was the daughter of the late Florence (Savory) and Frederick Stimpson. Alice worked for many years at Champion Light in Lynn, followed by estate work in Wenham. She was a lifelong member of The Christ Church in Hamilton. Alice is survived by her daughter, Carlene A. Purdy of Ayer, six stepchildren: Stanley H. Gusoski of Hamstead, NH., Evelyn K. Hagar of Topsfield, Sally A. Taylor and Cynthia R. Morong of Wenham,, Francis W. Purdy of Hamilton and Ella M. Arsenault of Danvers, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her stepson Arthur S. Purdy Jr. (Steve) and her sister Beatrice Dodge. A Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 in Hamilton Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held 9:30-10:30 AM at C.R. Lyons & Sons, Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers. Relatives and friends are invited. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Alice’s name to Alzheimer’s Assoc., 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472 or Hospice of the North Shore, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923
My Auntie Alice was one special person that I will never forget!! My mom always had use over at her house when we were little to play with all our cousins. I remember staying with her at many times and having fun with all the animals she had. I remember her a very funny person, always clowning around. She liked to garden and had a huge vegetable garden. My condolences to all who knew her.