Jeffrey Joseph Pursell

Jeffrey Joseph Pursell, age 48, of Chicago, formerly of Ottawa, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Peterson Park Health Care Center in Chicago.

Cremation rites will be accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Jeff was born September 27, 1974 in Joliet, Illinois, a son of Edwin and Irene (Fioritto) Pursell. He married Amy Sloan May 20, 2000 in Joliet. Surviving are his wife, Amy; daughters, Allison, Jenna, Julia and Alaina; a granddaughter, Nova; brothers Richard and Craig; and a sister, Rachael (Craigg) Spangler. Jeff also leaves a nephew, Ryan Spangler; a niece, Samantha (Aldo) Ornelas; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces and nephews by marriage. His parents preceded him in death.

Jeff was a Superman fanatic and an avid Chicago Bears fan. He will be deeply missed by his loving family.

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