Purdy Laferriere, passed in his sleep on June 30, 2022 surrounded by his family. Purdy was born in Suffolk County, Long Island, New York on May 18, 1929. Purdy served 22 years in the United States Navy as a Navy Diver and Hospital Corpsman. He loved the NY Yankees, and spending time at his beach house. He was known by many names including Frenchy, Doc, Dad and Boompa.

He is survived by his three children Ann Wahlstrom, Lynn Parr (David), and Kevin Laferriere (Niki); his 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandsons.

Services will be private.