Luella May Purkhiser Obituary
The family announces the passing of Luella May Purkhiser (Salem, Indiana) on June 10, 2026. Luella, born on February 27, 1931, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Luella May Purkhiser to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Chester Graves McKinley and Dessie Gibbons McKinley; her husband James Willard Purkhiser; and her son James Eli Purkhiser. She is survived by: her daughter-in-law Tracy Purkhiser; her grandchildren, Mariah Blankenbaker (Clinton) and Nick Purkhiser (Teddi); her great grandchildren, Kason Blankenbaker, Keeley Blankenbaker, James Purkhiser, Sawyer Purkhiser and Lucy Purkhiser; and her sister Joan Barrett Brewer (Charles). She is also survived by family, family, friends and neighbors.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Washington County 4H.
