Bobby Purnell Obituary

Bobby Purnell of Goldsboro, North Carolina passed away on July 11, 2026. Bobby, born on July 7, 1967, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Bobby Purnell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joe Purnell and Minnie Purnell; his son Jerald Clark Blizzard-Purnell; and his sister Annie Purnell. He is survived by: his children, Corey Purnell (Brianna) of Goldsboro, NC, Hope Blizzard-Purnell of Goldsboro, NC and Patrick Hill of Lawton Oklahoma; his siblings, Jo-Ann Parks (Willard) of Chester, VA, Peggy Williams (Stephen Sr.) of Goldsboro, NC, Teresa Whitley (Devonne) of Goldsboro, NC, Rickie Purnell (Lisa) of Kinston, NC, Betty Hobbs of Goldsboro, NC and Phillip Purnell (Sonya) of Mount Olive, NC; and his close friends, Betty Dyson and Jill Purnell. He is also survived by four grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews.