Purnice Dortch Sr

Purnice Dortch Sr., 92, left his earthly home on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at New Harmony Healthcare in New Harmony, Indiana. Purnice was born October 19, 1931, in Erin, Tennessee to Earnest Dortch and Evie Minor Dortch.
Purnice served in the Marine Corp. Later spent his working career at Fendricks and Stella Motors, as well as other jobs. Purnice, along with his loving wife, Nina loved the children. They became foster parents and enjoyed caring for the children. He was a handyman and self-proclaimed Mr. Fix-it. He also enjoyed gardening and refinishing furniture.
Purnice is preceded in death by his parents; Earnest and Evie Dortch, daughter; Aireal Dortch, brothers; Eddie Dortch, Raymond Dortch, Taylor Lee Dortch, sisters; Lillie Dortch,

He leaves his fond memories to his wife, Nina Dortch, and children; Purnice Dortch Jr., Essie Stott (Darrell), Rachael Dortch-Hines(Jerry) Denise Dortch, Angie Dortch ( Jock), Siblings Willie Dortch, Micheal Dortch, Leona Kelley, Mary Dortch twins Ray and Fay Dortch.