Purcell, James J. “Jim”

Aged 71, on Nov. 23, 2017, of Abington, PA, formerly of Philadelphia, PA. Retired Pharmaceutical Salesman, golf enthusiast, and artist, Jim shared his joviality, kindness and talents with everyone. Beloved and devoted husband of the late Bernadette (nee Cody). Loving father of Kelly Anne McHugh, caring Father-in-Law of Patrick, adoring Pop of Kiera. Dear brother of Thomas, Joseph, and Patrick. Relatives and friends are invited to call Thursday, Nov. 30, 6-8 PM at FitzPatrick Funeral Home 1500 Old York Rd. Abington and Friday 9 AM at Our Lady Help of Christians Church 1500 Marian Rd. Abington where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Int. Holy Sepuchre Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s name to The Art Center at Ambler, 45 Forest Road, Ambler, PA 19002, would be appreciated by the family.