Kay M. Purcell Obituary

The memory of Kay M. Purcell of Carbondale, Illinois, born in Cleveland, Ohio, who passed away on May 12, 2024 at the age of 83, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Kay is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Kay's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James Miller and Anita Mae Miller (MacDonald); and her spouse Thomas D. Purcell. She is survived by: her children, Doris Purcell-Rabinowitz (Dan) of Niwot, CO and T. David Purcell (Cindy) of Mt. Vernon; and her granddaughter Jacqueline Grace Rabinowitz. She is also survived by other relatives and many friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Crawshaw Funeral Home

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May 15, 2024

Karen McNeely McMinn wrote a sympathy message

“Sending my condolences to Doris and David regarding the loss of their Mother Kay. Kay was a very wise, beautiful, faithful woman thru thick and thin as long as I have known her thru University Baptist Church and in Carbondale IL. Keep her legacy alive in your hearts, souls, and minds. She and her loving husband Thomas will never be forgotten. Hugs, Prayers. Proverbs 31 woman indeed. Karen McNeely McMinn Carbondale IL”

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