Obituary of Enn Walter Purdmaa

Enn Walter Purdmaa of Calgary, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2009 at the age of 54 years. Enn was a gifted writer and artist. He obtained a B.A. with Distinction Honours in Advertising from San Jose State University and was a member of the Alpha Delta Sigma American Advertising Honors Society. Enn’s creative credentials were recognized by several national and international advertising awards and by one-man shows of his fine art paintings. Enn also authored a book on Bipolar Disorder with over 50,000 copies distributed worldwide. Enn will be lovingly remembered by his family and dear friends. Enn is survived by his father Johannes Purdmaa; brother Tom (Jolanta) Purdmaa; and sister, Ellen (Larry) Murphy. Enn was predeceased by his mother Senta Purdmaa. A Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at www.obad.ca or charity of donor’s choice. Arrangements in care of McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH. TELEPHONE: (403) 276-2296.