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Purvis, J., Pte., 1940

Photo: Vin Mullen

In Jarrow Cemetery is the Commonwealth War Grave of:

3191521 Private
J. Purvis
The King’s Own
Scottish Borderers
18th November 1940 Age 21

In loving memory
Of our dear son Joseph
Killed by enemy action
Ever remembered R.I.P.

Vin Mullen has provided the following:

Joseph Purvis. 6th Battalion King's Own Scottish Borderers. Born Jarrow. Son of David and Catherine Jane Purvis (nee Botto)

Death recorded BMD Deaths Dec 1940. Joseph Purvis 21 Epping 4a 667

He is remembered at Jarrow on J2.07


The CWGC entry for Private Purvis

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