Virgil Knox Purnell Sr. Obituary
The world bids farewell to Virgil Knox Purnell Sr. (Greenwood, Mississippi), born in Reform, Alabama, departing on December 17, 2024 at the age of 88. Virgil leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his former wife Glenda Smith Purnell; and his parents, Rufus Lyon and Adell Hughes Purnell. He is survived by: his wife Carol Moore Purnell; his children, Merry Glenn Young (Harold) of Greenwood, Knox Purnell, Jr. (Phyllis) of Olive Branch, Chris Purnell (Liz) of Southaven, Derek Purnell (Jeri Faye) of Winona and Brad Stallings of Carrollton; and his sister Carolyn Tindall of Carrollton. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Thursday, December 19th 2024 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Greenwood Delta Funeral Home (1008 Sgt John Pittman Dr, Greenwood, MS 38930). A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Greenwood Delta Funeral Home Chapel (1008 Sgt John Pittman Dr, Greenwood, MS 38930).
Memorials may be made to the Greenwood Leflore Humane Society, Hope Animal Sanctuary, the American Legion Post #29 or the charity of donor's choice.
