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In memory of
Laveta Avis Purvis
March 27, 1937 - May 15, 2024
Mar 27, 1937 - May 15, 2024
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It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Laveta Purvis, nee Smith, a wonderful woman full of spirit and life, who left this world on May 15, 2024, in Bakersfield, CA. Laveta touched many hearts with her famously warm smile and compassionate nature.
Laveta is survived by her children Sheryl Barton, Jerry Purvis, and Glenda Purvis, and her granddaughters, Elizabeth Flores, Crystal Ellis, Alexandra Tapia, and Rachel Davis, and her sister, Arlene …
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Laveta was my sister, Janet Newby’s very close friend. I’d been thinking about her. Such a wonderful kind person!
She a…
Laveta was my sister, Janet Newby’s very close friend. I’d been thinking about her. Such a wonderfu…
Laveta was my sister, Janet Newby’s very close friend. I’d been …
Laveta Purvis was a member of our Apartments complex for many years, She was a great Tenant, Neighbor and Friend. She w…
Laveta Purvis was a member of our Apartments complex for many years, She was a great Tenant, Neighb…
Laveta Purvis was a member of our Apartments complex for many ye…
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Seventh Day Adventist Churst
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What were Laveta's favorite vacation spots?
Wherever her car could take her, which was usually Morro Bay.
Wherever her car could take her, which was usually Morro Bay.
Wherever her car could take her, which was usually Morro Bay.
What were Laveta's favorite ways to exercise?
Laveta did enjoy walking.
Laveta did enjoy walking.
Laveta did enjoy walking.
What were Laveta's favorite ways to spend free time?
Laveta was an accomplished piano player and would often spend her time playing, or h…
Laveta was an accomplished piano player and would often spend her time playing, or honing her …
Laveta was an accomplished piano player and would often spend her time playing, or honing her skills.
What were Laveta's favorite sports teams?
Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
Timeline
Born
March 27th, 1937
Graduated from high school
1955
Newbury Park High School, North Reino Road, Newbury Park, CA
Got married
1958
Survived by
Sheryl Barton
Daughter
Jerry Purvis
Son
Glenda Purvis
Daughter
Elizabeth Flores
Granddaughter
Crystal Ellis
Granddaughter
Alexandra Tapia
Granddaughter
Rachel Davis
Granddaughter
Arlene Watts
Sister
Kenneth Smith
Nephew
Chris Smith
Nephew
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Cause of death
Natural causes
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Kern River Family Mortuary
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