Ivan K. Purdum, 79, of Chillicothe passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at Ohio s Hospice Lifecare in Wooster, Ohio.
He was born April 14, 1942 in Chillicothe, Ohio the son of Robert and Ardath Fulton Purdum. On August 20, 1967 he married Judy E. Walter who survives.
Ivan worked as a forklift operator for the Chilpaco side of Mead Paper for 42 years. He retired in 2002.
Ivan enjoyed watching NASCAR and was an avid Jeff Gordon fan, and enjoyed watching The Ohio State Buckeyes. He especially loved his home and mowing his yard on his John Deer tractor.
Besides his wife Judy, he is survived by his two daughters: Nicole (Mitch) Sleek of Wooster, Ohio and Lori Purdum of Surfside Beach, South Carolina. Grandchildren: Sydney (Kevin) White of Green Ohio, Olivia (Logan Ickes) Sleek of Wooster, Ohio, Caleb (Chasity Privik) Cantrell of Hudson, Florida, and Hayley Sleek of Wooster, Ohio. A great grandson: Karter Cantrell. And a sister in law: Cristina Purdum of Arizona.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Ted and Jerry Purdum.
Calling hours will be held at the Fawcett-Oliver-Glass and Palmer Funeral Home 77 E. 5th St. Chillicothe, OH 45601 from 1-3 pm on Saturday, March 19th 2022.
Arrangements are under the direction of McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home in Wooster, Ohio.
Online condolences may be posted at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
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Calling hours will be held at the Fawcett-Oliver-Glass and Palmer Funeral Home 77 E. 5th St. Chillicothe, OH 45601 from 1-3 pm on Saturday, March 19th 2022.
Sorry to hear of your loss, deepest sympathy
Lori and Nicole, I’m so sorry for your loss.
My sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time .
So sorry for this unexpected journey you all must travel. God speed Ivan, we love all of you.
With Deepest Sympathy
Judy – my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Judy – my thoughts and prayers are with this during this difficult time.
Prayers for you and your family from the Hanson’s.
Lori, we are so very sorry for your loss. Know that your father is in our prayers. We ask the Lord to lay His hands gently upon you and your family.
Nicole & family- My prayers as you navigate this difficult time.
To the family if Lori Purdum…my heart is heavy for you all. I pray you find peace and remember the joy Mr. Ivan had. Lori continue to shine & be the biggest you that your dad wanted for you. I love you Lori. Peace & Blessings to you all. Michelle Hardy.
Judy,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers have been with you and your kids and grandkids. I Love You.
Deb