A graveside service for Curtis Esmond “Buddy” Pursley will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Flactor Cemetery under the direction of Jeane’s Funeral Service.

Buddy was born March 24, 1942, in Houston, Texas and passed away February 18, 2026, in Leesville, Louisiana at the age of 83. During his younger years Buddy worked as Materials Manager for Thornhill Craver in Houston. After 20+ years he began work as a millwright. He traveled to Italy and other places. He raised four children, Reese Pursley, William Jeffers, Bryan Jeffers, and Susan Jeffers, and loved them all fiercely. He lived in Highlands, Texas for many years, then moved to North Carolina. After many years there he moved back to Leesville, Louisiana and lived with his sister for several years.

Buddy was one of a kind. He was known all over Leesville. One day he and his sister went to Taco Bell. While they were in line a worker inside said, “Is that Buddy?” before she even saw him.

During his last couple of years he lived at The Woodlands and kept everyone laughing. He will be missed by them and by all who knew him.

The Bible says that one day the eastern sky will open at the sound of a trumpet, and Jesus will descend with a shout. All the dead in Christ will rise to meet Him in the air. Buddy will be in that group and we will be reunited with him and our loved ones.

What a day that will be. Are you ready?