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Destiny and dedication: Bryce Purkey

RBC | “With my dad being a butcher and both my grandads being butchers, I guess I was destined to be a butcher,” said Bryce Purkey, reflecting on his 88 years of history in Meeker, raising his family, running the Purkey Packing plant, developing strong community bonds, and persevering through adversity.

Four generations of Purkeys stand in the front room of the Purkey Packing Plant. From let to right are Madee Lyn, Jason, Jay and…