Vibrant spirit Johnny Purchase killed while reaching out to Indianapolis youth Lawrence Andrea, Indianapolis Star
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Johnny Purchase worked a number of different jobs in his lifetime, his son said.
He sold insurance, worked as a mortgage broker and assisted pastors at a number of Christian organizations over the years. But one thing remained constant: He always found time to volunteer. Wherever he was, he tried to make an impact in the community, Jonathan Purchase said of his father.
Johnny Purchase, a youth-engagement specialist at the Edna Martin Christian Center, was shot and killed Jan. 12 while going door-to-door handing out program fliers to young people near East 25th Street and Keystone Avenue. Police have not released any details about the shooting and said no suspects have been taken in to custody.
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The friends and relatives of 60-year-old Mr. Johnny Purchase want answers and arrests. Author: Rich Van Wyk Updated: 7:35 PM EST January 18, 2021
INDIANAPOLIS A near east side Indianapolis neighborhood is grieving the murder of an unsung hero hailed as a shining light to teenagers headed for trouble.
The friends and relatives of 60-year-old Mr. Johnny Purchase also want answers and arrests.
Scores of friends, relatives, community leaders and police attend Monday s outdoor memorial service.
Balloons carrying messages of love, gratitude and hope soared into a dark sky in memory of Purchase, hailed as a shining light in the troubled neighborhood near 25th Street and Keystone Avenue.
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In partnership with local community organizations, Pacers players Malcolm Brogdon, Justin Holiday, T.J. McConnell, Doug McDermott, and Victor Oladipo were paired with groups of children and presented each with $250 gift cards with which they can purchase toys of their choosing this holiday season. Additionally, each family received a $50 gift card from Kroger. While the program was moved to a virtual format this year, the community organizations, PS&E, and Pacers players all felt continuing the annual tradition in support of vulnerable Hoosier children was as important this year as ever.