It is with great sadness and much love that we say goodbye to

our beloved father.

Joseph A. Purpura was born on July 23, 1932  to Joseph and Nancy (nee Pinto).

He grew up in Collinwood where he met his childhood sweetheart

Marietta Bibbo "Bea". He graduated from Collinwood High School

and enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving in the Korean War.

Upon discharge in 1954, he returned home to marry Marietta.

They had three children Deana, Patricia and Nicolas.

While working at Graphite Bronze, he attended classes at Western

Reserve University, which led to his career in Interior Design.

His artistic talent was displayed in many beautiful homes and

various venues, including his beloved Holy Redeemer Church and

his pride and joy Redeemer on the Avenue.

Joe loved entertaining and hosting parties for family and friends  in

his beautiful home.

In their later years Joe and Marietta enjoyed traveling to Las Vegas,

California, Hawaii, Hong Kong, Thailand and many casinos throughout

the United States. They enjoyed weekly card games with their friends.

Joe lost his beloved wife of 53 years, Bea in 2008, loving father of

Deana (Nick Previte), Patricia and the late Nicolas. Special dad to Michele.

Dear brother of John (Mary) (both deceased). Uncle Joey

cherished his nieces, Alberta Federico (Michael),

Carmen Marie Austin (Robert) and Nancy Burns (Dave),

nephews Jim, John (Julie) and Joe (Rosamary).

Great uncle, great great uncle, cousin, Godfather and Compare

to many. Special friend to Fr. Marty Polito.

Memories of our dad's kindness, generosity and everlasting love

for his family and friends will forever remain in the hearts of those

who loved him.

Mass of Christian Burial 11:00am Wednesday January 7, at

Holy Redeemer Church, 15712 Kipling Ave., Cleveland

Where the family will receive friends 10:00am until time of Mass.

Entombment All Souls Cemetery.