James H. Purdon II Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of James H. Purdon II of Pawnee, Illinois is shared. James, born on May 18, 1971, passed away on May 29, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
James will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor James by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though James is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. James’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James H. Purdon and Judith G. Gunn Purdon. He is survived by: his daughters, Nichole L. Purdon of Sparta, America L. Purdon (Amy) of Pawnee and Jasmine L. Purdon of Pawnee; his granddaughters, Jenesis and Trulee; and his sister Janene Purdon-Menke of Springfield. He is also survived by two nieces and one nephew.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Pawnee Food Pantry, P.O. Box 304, Pawnee, IL 62558.
