It is with great sorrow that his family advises of the death of Thomas Carey Purdy at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlottetown on May 9, 2021, in his 92nd year.

Tom is survived by his loving wife of over 68 years, Mary (Murchison), Point Prim and Charlottetown, his children Marian (Michael), Ottawa; David (Janet) Pictou and Alison, Halifax, and his grandchildren Joshua (Ingrid), Rachael and Samuel. He is also survived by his brother Robert Purdy (the late Frances), Fredericton; sister-in-law Janet Purdy (wife of his late brother Richard), Rothesay; sister-in-law Nora Ring (the late Daryl), Rothesay, and many nieces, nephews and their families.
 
Son of the late Carey and Stella (Webb) Purdy, Tom spent his early years in Saint John, graduating from Saint John High School. His 34-year career with Air Canada began and concluded in Saint John, with 12 years in Fredericton, and positions in Halifax and Yarmouth.

In retirement, Tom and Mary moved to their beloved Point Prim, PEI home, spent 20 winters in Largo, Florida, and subsequent winters in Charlottetown. Tom loved being active, was an avid fly fisher, tying his own flies and taught fly tying. He took up golf in retirement and followed baseball and hockey, sports he played in his youth.

Tom always had a book "on the go" and took a keen interest in history and current events. He strongly believed in keeping both mind and body active.

Most of all, Tom was a devoted family man; being with family was his chief happiness. Tom embodied many good qualities: he was intelligent, considerate, kind, humourous and even-tempered. He was a positive influence on many, was much loved and will be greatly missed by family and friends.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Whisperwood Villa and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Unit 3 for their care and assistance during Tom's illness.

Due to covid restrictions a service will not be held at this time. Those wishing to donate in Tom's memory may do so to the Polly Cemetery, Mount Buchanan or the Charity of Choice.

No visiting hours at this time. Celebration of Life service to be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made through the Funeral Home at www.fergusonlogan.com