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2016
Rita Marie Purcell, 74 of Louisville passed away Sunday, July 10, 2016 at Baptist Health Louisville.
She was born July 7, 1942 in Louisville, the daughter of Carl and Juanita (Cannady) Hiltz. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles Mathis Purcell, Jr.; step-son, Roger Purcell and one sister, Carol Adcock.
Rita was a homemaker, volunteer at the Salvation Army for over 43 years and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Survivors include her son, Michael Purcell; two step-daughters, Katherine Mayfield and June Deeley; sister, Sarah Knoop; numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
A service to celebrate Rita's life will be conducted at 11:00 AM Thursday, July 14, 2016 in the chapel of Arch L. Heady-Cralle Funeral Home, 2428 Frankfort Ave. with burial to follow at Valley Cemetery in Taylorsville, KY. Visitation will be from 2-8 PM on Wednesday and from 9AM until the time of the service on Thursday at the funeral home.
Expressions of sympathy may be given to the Salvation Army.
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July 13, 2016
Bev Clark Lush
To Rita's family on behalf of the Clark family...Haven't seen any of you in years. Just had dinner with my 3 brothers and we talked of good times with all of us growing up together. They especially remember the time they were playing cowboys and indians and they tied Rita to a tree; then decided to go home for lunch and left her there. They were in big trouble, but it made for a great memory at dinner. May God comfort you in knowing that Rita is in a much better place now and will be waiting when you get there. Bev Clark Lush
July 13, 2016
Cathy Cross
I don't remember a time when Rita wasn't in my life. We shared a birthday so we would always spend it together. I'll miss you greatly. prayers for you family as they go through this trying time.
July 12, 2016
David Mayfiel
RIP Rita
July 12, 2016
David Mayfield
Rip
July 12, 2016
Kenra Reimers
Rita, you will missed by so many. I will never forget you and all the great times we all had. RIP my dearest friend.
July 12, 2016
Michelle Deeley Wilhite
We are truly sorry to hear of Rita's death. Mike and other members of Rita's family, please accept our condolences. May our prayers provide some comfort during this difficult time as well as hasten the journey of her soul to Heaven.
Respectfully, The Wilhite Family - Barry, Michelle, Mark and Hunter
July 12, 2016
Catherine Cross
My dear friend, I'll miss you greatly.
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