Visitation: Friday, December 12, 2025
Visitation Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Visitation Location: Fellowship Baptist Church of Pine Hills
6225 Clarcona Ocoee Road
Orlando, Florida
Service Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Service Time: 11:00 AM
Service Location: Fellowship Baptist Church of Pine Hills
6225 Clarcona Ocoee Road
Orlando, Florida
Obituary:
Maxwell Andrew Purcell, was called home on Monday, November 24, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on September 20, 1961 in St. George’s, Grenada. Max lived his life out loud and on purpose, embodying an unapologetic faith and devotion as a husband, father, mentor, and educator.
Max graduated from Evans High School and later earned his Bachelor’s degree in Education from Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University (FAMU). Max dedicated himself to helping others achieve their goals on and off the field. He mentored countless students, helping them not only in sports but also in navigating life and pursuing college scholarships.
Affectionately known as “Coach Max” by his close friends, students and loved ones, Max believed in the power of community and never met a stranger. He coached football and track at multiple Orlando-area high schools, including Evans, Edgewater, and Wekiva. He was as a devoted mentor who helped many students pursue higher education and navigate challenges. He is remembered for his kindness, encouragement, and positive influence on the students and colleagues he worked with.
Max is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Luther Mae; their beloved son, Maxwell Purcell III; 7 sisters, Albertha (Tony) Thomas, Patsy (Eaton) Trotman, Pearl (Sylvester) Noel, Patricia (Francis) Rodriguez, Sharon Griffin, Renee (Tito) Vasquez, Anna Rodriguez; 2 brothers, George Purcell, Nicodemus Barclay; and a host of other family, colleagues, former students, and numerous friends who loved him dearly.
Coach Purcell leaves behind a legacy of commitment, sportsmanship, discipline, and compassion that will be cherished by all who knew him. His spirit and impact will forever resonate in our hearts.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025 from 5-7 PM at the church. A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, 11:00 AM at Fellowship Baptist Church of Pine Hills, 6225 Clarcona Ocoee Road, Orlando. Interment: Woodlawn Memorial Park, Orlando.
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