PURNELL, Francis J. of West Roxbury, formerly of Mission Hill, October 27, 2017. Devoted partner of 50 years to Bob Henderson. Cherished brother of William J Purnell of Franklin, Mildred Dunn of Weymouth, Mary Kane of West Roxbury, John Purnell of Avon and Lawrence Purnell of Stoughton. Beloved “Uncle Frankie” of 16 nieces and nephews. Frank’s family invites relatives and friends to meet at the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre Street, WEST ROXBURY on Friday, November 3rd, 2017 at 12:30 for a procession to St. Joseph Cemetery, 990 LaGrange Street, West Roxbury. A graveside service will commence at 1:00 P.M. For directions and guestbook, please visit: www.gormleyfuenral.com