John William Purdum Jr.
August 1, 1945 - February 18, 2021
John Purdum, Indianapolis originally Columbus Indiana native. Passed away February 18, 2021. After school John joined the Air Force for 4 years. Returning home looking for a job found a career with Mayflower Transit Co. John loved his work and connecting with people every day & it showed in his success. After 27 years John retired leaving as Vice President of Agency Development & Sales. Later John & his wife moved to Florida purchased a National Franchise in service. After 25 years selling and returning back home again to Indiana. John leaves behind his wife of 32 years, Paulette (Bougher); son, Retired USMC Staff Sgt Brent Purdum (Leslie) & 3 grandkids of Virginia; sister, Linda Guckenberger (Jon) and nieces & nephews of Columbus, IN Proceeded in death his parents, John Purdum Sr, and Martha Jeanne (MCorkle) of Columbus, IN A Private Family Graveside Service will be held on Monday, March 1, 2021 Oak Hill Cemetery in Lebanon, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project (to help disabled veteran’s) P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.
John Purdum, Indianapolis originally Columbus Indiana native. Passed away February 18, 2021. After school John joined the Air Force for 4 years. Returning home looking for a job found a career with Mayflower Transit Co. John loved his work... View Obituary & Service Information