Barbara J. Purcell Obituary
In loving memory of Barbara J. Purcell of Milan, Illinois, who departed this world on March 27, 2026 at the age of 90. Barbara leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara J. Purcell to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Barbara had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Barbara may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bernard Klonowski and Viriginia Klonowski (Mathews); her husband Loyd Purcell; and her sons, Audie and Michael Purcell.
She is survived by: her son Scott Purcell; her daughter-in-law Marcy Purcell; and her grandchildren, Joshua Purcell (Jennifer), Daniel Purcell, Rhiannon Purcell (Jimmy Sappington), Tevin Purcell (Ashley) and Arion Cox. She is also survived by several great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
