Cecil Jane Chappell Puryear Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Cecil Jane Chappell Puryear of Vernon Hill, Virginia, who passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Cecil Jane Chappell departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Cecil Jane Chappell. Though Cecil Jane Chappell may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Woodson Chappell and Nannie Gammon Chappell; her husband George Puryear; and her siblings, Betty Lou Chappell, Aubrey Lee Chappell, Thomas James Chappell, John William Chappell and Timothy James Chappell.
She is survived by: her son Bobby Samuel Francis, Jr. of Vernon Hill; her sister Barbara Chappell Laughorn of Vernon Hill; and her pet Blue. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (10149 Mountain Rd, Vernon Hill, VA 24597). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
