Chainee Kay Allred Purvis, of Dothan, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. She was 51. She was loving, compassionate and had a quick wit that made everyone smile. Chainee was always full of life and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at Byrd Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Andy Gartman and Rev. Phillip Collins officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Gilead Baptist Church Cemetery with Byrd Funeral Home on West Main Street directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 until 8 p.m. on Monday. Flowers are being accepted or memorials may be made to Tabernacle United Methodist Church, "Missions". At other times the family will be at the home of her sister-in-law, Sherryl and Tim Walker, 5900 Fortner Street.
Chainee was born April 11, 1963 in Auburndale, Florida, the daughter of Raymond and Annette Allred and was raised with three brothers, Connie, James and Lydon. She was a 1981 graduate of Auburndale High School. She later moved to Shorterville, AL where she met and married Don Purvis. In 1989, they became parents of their only daughter, Ashley Kay. They relocated to Dothan and Chainee obtained her Associates Nursing Degree from Wallace College. She was employed with Flowers Hospital from 2004 until 2014 as an SICU Nurse. In 2006 she unfortunately became widowed where in turn she met her special friend, Mark Emerson and in 2008 they were blessed with a granddaughter, Autumn Annette. Chainee loved 'The Land' and spending time at the beach. Her last years were happily fulfilled spending time with Mark, her granddaughter and family. She was an active member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church.
Chainee is predeceased by her husband, Raymond "Don" Purvis and a brother, Connie Allred.
Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Ashley Purvis-Fulford and Randy Fulford of Dothan and Rachel Bradley of Dothan; a granddaughter, Autumn Annette Purvis Fulford of Dothan; her parents, Raymond and Annette Allred of Auburndale, FL; two brothers, James Allred and Lydon Allred, both of Auburndale, FL; special friends, Mark Emerson, Connie Jones, Cherie Hendricks and Cheryl Roland; many nieces, nephews and close friends also survive.
Arrangements under the direction of Byrd Funeral Home on West Main Street Dothan, Alabama.
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June 5, 2014
Sherryl Walker
Loved that personality! Praying for peace and comfort for all who loved her. Sherryl Walker
June 4, 2014
Lydon Allred
My little Sister with the Big Heart it's been so hard seeing you go before me there is no words to say how much i Love You and how much i am going to miss seeing that pretty face of yours i know you are in good hands but it still hurts keep a eye on me like you always have Love You
June 3, 2014
Kim Arnold
She was a special person that we will never forget.
June 2, 2014
Mary Smith
I met Chainee several years ago, and she was such an awesome lady! Praying for her family and friends! May the memories you have of her, forever keep her close at heart!
June 1, 2014
Maria Rivera
You sure will be missed! Your quick wit, laugh, and down right honesty is what I will miss. I'm sure Ashley and Autumn will continue to make you proud. Love ya!
June 1, 2014
Brenda Gotlen
I was lucky enough to meet Chainee through her cousin Jimmie Allred. One of tthe nicest sweetest ladies i have ever met. My thoughts & prayers are with all of the Allred Purvis family.
June 1, 2014
Cherie Hendricks Mills
I cant put into words how much I will miss my best friend of over 25 years. The nicest, kindest, funnest, sweetest person God ever created. Her ever present smile, her voice, her persona will never fade away in my heart and mind. I love you girl. Rest peacefully until we meet again.
June 1, 2014
Cary Outlaw
Aunt Annette,Uncle Raymond,Lydon,James-I am so sorry for your loss. Chainee, you were far to young. Say hello to your Uncle Cecil. He's new up there too. Rest in peace cousin.
June 1, 2014
Marlene Hudson
So sorry to hear about Chainee. I worked with her at Pantry Pride, many years ago. I had often thought of her. She was always such a sweet person. I am praying for her family. RIP Chainee. You will be missed.
June 1, 2014
DON PACE
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY. THEY WILL ALL BE REMEMBERED MY PRAYERS
May 31, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Chainee's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences . Aunt Net and Uncle Raymond, Lyndon and James, I will keep you in my prayers. I love you.
Most Sincerely,
Donna Barron (Elgin, Texas)
May 31, 2014
Chainee even though I didn't see you much as adults I thought of you often and you were one of my most favorite cousins. I love you bunches and will miss you. My heart is with your momma, daddy, your brothers and children. May you rest in peace my sweet angel. Love Jodi (Outlaw)
May 31, 2014
Paula Stone
Such a sweet person ,, you will be missed
May 31, 2014
B.J. Vernon
Always a smile and kind word. . .Chainee will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
May 31, 2014
Tammie Kirkland
I have fond memories of Chainee! She was always full of life and made everyone smile!
May 31, 2014
Rachel Donelli
Chainee, I was always glad to see your face in SICU. You were always smiling. So sweet and always so helpful. You were a great nurse and I will miss seeing you. This is truly a loss for Flowers Hospital and your co-workers.
May 31, 2014
Jawana Watson
Sorry I am unable to attend the services as I am 2,000 miles away but know that I am praying for the whole family and especially the children as I know the feeling of losing a mother. Chainee brought smiles to anyone she came in contact with and will be greatly missed. RIP my sweet friend!
May 31, 2014
Keisha Washington
You will be greatly missed Chainee...always such a sweet smile
May 31, 2014
LaKresha Tucker RN
My prayers are with you all...May God give you peace in this difficult time
May 30, 2014
Coley Purvis
You brought a lot of light, happiness, and joy to my life that I will cherish forever. I Iove you.
May 30, 2014
Boyd and Dawn (Outlaw)Sasnett
Our hearts hurt just knowing what your going through.Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day,unseen,unheard,but always near. Still loved,missed and very dear to us all. May the memories shared bring you comfort at this time. We will be thinking of all our loved ones and family.
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