Lorraine Purcell Obituary
The passing of Lorraine Purcell (Excelsior, Minnesota) occurred on October 11, 2026. Lorraine, born on August 4, 1932, is remembered by those who knew her. 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 Lorraine Purcell to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her husband Mark; her parents, Simon Wirtz and Lilah Wirtz; and her siblings, Jeannine Brennan (Wirtz) and James Wirtz.
She is survived by: her sister Frances Berg; and her children, Teresa Sherry (Joe), Peter (Joan), Beth Challas (John), Andrew (Debby), Leslie Elhadi (Hassan), Martha Shanesy (Dan), Richard (Vivian) and Laura (Doug). She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Therese Catholic Church of Deephaven (18323 Minnetonka Blvd, Wayzata, MN 55391). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
