Floyd Wayne Pursel “Fuddy”
Floyd Wayne Pursel “Fuddy”, 74 passed away on July 20, 2022 in League City, Texas with his beloved wife of 42 years, Kathy, by his side. Floyd was born in San Antonio, Texas on July 26, 1947. He graduated from East Central High School in 1965 and went to work for Southern Pacific Railroad. He was drafted and served in the US Army between 1967-1969 including a tour of Duty in Vietnam from 1967 – 1968. During his service Floyd received a Silver Star for gallantry in action, a Bronze Star for heroic service, and four Purple Hearts. Floyd retired from Southern Pacific RR/Union Pacific RR after 42 years (1965 to 2007). He spent his 15 years of well-deserved retirement relaxing in his favorite chair, visiting with his kids and grandkids, and teasing his wife relentlessly – his favorite hobby.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd R and Ruby Pursel. Floyd leaves behind his loving wife Kathy Pursel, son Anthony and wife Linda Pursel, daughter April and husband Michael Griesenbeck with his favorite grandson Jackson, and son Dusty and wife Jessica Cejka with three beautiful granddaughters Brylee, Brooklyn, and Brenna whom he adored. He also leaves behind his remaining Aunt Rene Cantu (famous for the bunny hop) of California.
A graveside service to honor his life conducted by Pastor Dr. David Miracle of Watershed Church will take place at Ft Sam Houston Shelter #5 in San Antonio, Texas on Friday, August 5, 2022 at 9:45am. All family and friends are invited. Following the service at family and friends are invited to gather at Lupe Tortilla, 255 E Basse Rd, San Antonio, TX to honor his life.
So dreadfully sorry for your loss. We will all mis him so. His picture looks just the way we remember him and brings back so many memories. I plan to be in Texas come late August and will plan to visit his resting site. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Sincere condolences to you, Kathy, and family. I’ve known Floyd for 49 years. Working together at the railroad the four years before his retirement brings to mind fond memories. Never a dull moment! Lots of work, hundreds of meals together and countless laughs. His quick wit, work ethic, and jovial laugh will forever be celebrated.
You and Mari are and were such dear friends now and forever. Can never thank you enough for all the calls you made to his co-workers and friends also checking on me. God Bless.
Sincere Condolences to you Kathy and family. I consider Floyd (Fuddy) my best friend, we were raised a quarter of a mile from each other, his Grandparents lived next door to us. He was always at our house eating fresh home made tortillas with butter. We went to the same schools together and at age 14 Floyd and I started a softball team that stayed together till we all went in the ARMY (Vietnam). Then later we all got back together and played another 10 or 12 years. Thank you so much Linda for calling and sending the information about Floyd to me.
Thank you so much Tony. I know how much he loved you and he thought so much about you and told many stories. Thanks Tony for coming and honoring Floyd.
Sending our condolences and prayers to you Kathy Metz-Pursel and the family! Floyd was a wonderful kind person!! He will missed!! Love Always David and Peggy Aston!!
Thank you Peggy and David. He loved you both and we had many good memories.
Floyd was an incredible man. Always friendly, always kind. My condolences to you all. So many great memories. Sending prayers and love.
Thank you Tammy for your kind words.