Dorothy Purck

Dorothy Purck obituary, Tucson, AZ

Dorothy Purck

Dorothy Purck Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Desert Sunset Funeral Home on Jun. 12, 2022.

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PURCK, Dorothy, 84, born in Chicago, IL. Dorothy moved to Tucson in 1981 and became involved in her Condominium Association. Dorothy retired from Searle Pharmaceutical, Chicago, IL, in 1981 after 27 years of service. She is survived by her sister, Bettie Mulvihill; nieces, Judith Clarke and Teri Wells and her nephew, Robert Mulvihill. Services are set for August 8, 2007 at Holy Hope Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME.

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3081 W. Orange Grove Road, Tucson, AZ 85741

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