Rayfield Henry Purnell Obituary
In loving memory of Rayfield Henry Purnell of Berlin, Maryland, who departed this world on February 23, 2026 at the age of 82. Rayfield leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rayfield Henry Purnell to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Emerson Billy Purnell, Sr. and Virginia Julia Holland Purnell; and his siblings, Emerson Billy Purnell, Jr. and Ruby Purnell. He is survived by: his children, Shonta E. Purnell-Walker (Rod), Raphael "Spanky" Blake and Ryanne Spence; his sisters, Yvonne Anna Purnell Williams (Lewis Williams), Ozella Ann Purnell Williams (James) and Virginia Maxzine Purnell-Wright (Curtis); his sons, Keshaun L. Wright and Trenzo D. Purnell; his grandchildren, DeAndre N. Tingle, Zhane L. Walker and Ashley Blake; and his great grandchildren, Xavier Blake, Mahogany Blake, Jocelyn Crowder, Carson Tingle, Logan Minter and Christian Hart. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
