Anthony Thomas Purcell
elevated coruC June 18, 1940 ~ January 12, 2026
elevated coruC Visitation
Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home Chapel
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
elevated coruC Funeral Service
Tuesday January 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home Chapel
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
elevated coruC For those unable to attend the service for Anthony, your may join us using the following Livestream Link
Burial
Assumption Catholic Cemetery
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
elevated coruC Obituary
elevated coruC It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Anthony “Tommy” Purcell, in his 86th year.
elevated coruC Born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. There he met the love of his life Catherine Margaret “Kathleen” Boyd (d. 2010) and together they embarked on the greatest adventure of their lives – moving to Canada. Settling in Bramalea/Brampton, they built a beautiful life and family, while always holding dear their Irish roots.
elevated coruC He was a loving, devoted husband and a wonderful father to Thomas (Sylvia), Garry (Rose), and his precious daughter Dalene. Cherished granddad to Dylan, Parker, Megan & Brooke.
elevated coruC He will be held in the hearts of his dear brother and sisters, many nieces, nephews, extended family & friends.
elevated coruC Many thanks to all the caring doctors, nurses and support workers at Advent Valleyview Residence, North York.
elevated coruC Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis – May his faithful soul be at God’s right hand
elevated coruC In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Brampton Caledon Community Living. This organization supports and empowers people who have an intellectual disability, in partnership with their families and the community, to lead enriched and meaningful lives.
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Sympathy to Tommy’s family on his passing RIP
Sincere condolences to Thomas, Garry, Dalene & their families on the sad passing of Uncle Tommy. Much love to you all from your family in Ireland.
Sending hugs to Thomas Gary Dalene and clan on the very sad news. Tommy and Kathleen forever at peace xx love Oonagh Simon, Matthew Geoffrey and Becky Ireland xxx
My sincerest sympathies to all of the Purcell clan on the passing of Uncle Tommy. May he rest in peace alongside his dearest Kathleen.
My condolences to the entire family we spent lots of time in the hockey rinks together. RIP Anthony
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Purcell family on the passing of Anthony Thomas Purcell. RIP! Sending our deepest Condolences to the entire Purcell family!
Thank You Bri & all of the Purcell Family!!!
Love
Thomas, Garry & Dalene
Sylvia, Parker, Dylan, Megan
Rose, Brooke
My condolences to the Purcell Family. A lot of fond memories of Mr. Purcell back in our playing days. Tough to lose a parent.. hope you guys are managing ok. Take care. Jay
So sorry to hear about your dad. Enjoyed many days evenings and laughs with him at the lawn bowling club.
So sorry for your loss, our sincere condolences, peace be with you, live on through Jesus Christ, Dan & Mary Margaret Greyerbiehl
Garry, Rose and Brooke my prayers are with you now as you say ‘see you later’ to your dad and grandad. We know you will be reunited one day, but until then, you can rest easy that he is in the arms of our Lord with his true love by his side. May he rest in peace, surrounded by all his friends and family that have gone before him. Love you all!
So sorry for your loss Thomas, Harry, Dalene and family. Thinking of you all at this sad time x
So sorry to hear about your Dad.
I knew both your parents through Lawnbowling.
They were great fun to be around and we shared so many good times on and off the green.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏
At peace with Kathleen his best love and wife 😇
So sory for your loss sincere condolence ,peace with you
Jozica- Ivan Geric
Love to you all on such a sad day, The service was beautiful ❤️
So sorry for your loss. I sincerely wish Dalene and the whole family God’s comfort and love at this very painful time. May the soul of your dear Dad continue to rest in peace.