of New Blaine, AR
November 8, 1947 - August 22, 2014
Juanita Rose (Stanfill) Purifoy, 66 of New Blaine, Arkansas passed away on Friday, August 22, 2014 in New Blaine. She was born on November 8, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois to her parents Grady Meryl and Rose Beatrice (Beal) Stanfill. She was a retired LPN from Methodist Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee and St. Mary's Regional Medical Center in Russellville, Arkansas and was a member of St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Grady Meryl and Rose Beatrice Stanfill and three brothers, Tommy Stanfill, Bill Stanfill and Ernest Stanfill.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years Larry Douglas Purifoy of New Blaine, Arkansas; one daughter, Vicki Harris of Munford, Tennessee; one son, John Purifoy of New Blaine, Arkansas; one brother Grady Stanfill of Tennessee and one granddaughter, Scarlett Rose Harris of Munford, Tennessee.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m., on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris
Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco officiated by Fr. Aaron Pirrera O.S.B. Burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Fort Smith National Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
In lieu of flower memorial contributions may be made to Subiaco Abbey and Academy, 405 North Subiaco Ave., Subiaco, AR 72865.
Dear Larry and John, I just found out about Juanita. I'm so very sorry. She always was a pleasure to work with on your remodeling. I feel so very blessed to have meet her. I will keep you all in my prayers . David Kordsmeier
Juanitas Family,
Please know your family is in our thoughts and Prayers
Neal and Tammy Wade
I never met her but listening to Vicki talk about how strong and determine she was always good to hear. I'm sure she will be missed. Bus she left her mark in Vicki who has the same strong traits. Stay in prayer and you will be ok.
We don't say goodbye to those we love and plan to see again someday. We say "see ya later". It's still such a shock that you're gone. Get some rest nino and we'll see ya later.
love you!
I am so sorry for your loss. Nino and I reconnected via Facebook and had fun sharing good memories and playing Words with Friends. I am delighted that Vicki and Stacey and Libby are also staying in touch! You will all be in my prayers.
You were an amazing woman with a huge spirit :)
I swear you made me laugh every time I saw you! :)
I'll never forget you or your great smile :)
You did well here on this earth.....now it's time for you to rest ♡
I only knew Ms. Juanita through her amazing daughter, Vicki. I quickly learned to respect her determined will and her strength of faith. I admired her love and care for her family. I aspire to be the kind of woman that she was. I ask God's angels to allow her to watch over Vicki, John, Larry, Frank and Scarlett. And look forward to the day when I can sing and dance with her in heaven. God speed, matron saint Ms. juanita.
John you know I'm here for you if ever you need anything. I'm truly sorry I couldn't make it there for you. Ms. Juanita will be missed by all who knew her.
We will miss you and loved you very much Aunt Niño. Larry , Vicki and John y'all will be in my thoughts and prayers
I will miss Juanita very much. She was a good friend and neighbor. My condolences to Larry and family
John, Vickie and Mr. Purifoy, we are very sorry for your loss. Mrs. Juanita was a kind and wonderful woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Don't hesitate to let us know if you need anything. Your friends at Top Brass.
Juanita you will truly be missed. Prayers be with your family in their time of need. Patience and time will help mend your broken heart. May God be with you always.
Prayers to the family of an unforgettable woman that I had the wonderful oppurtunity to work with at St Mary's night sift crew. She always sat next to me and we'd talk while we worked. She was a special lady. Loved by us all.
I played basketball with her at Sardis High School and remember her fondly. She was so much fun to be with. She was in my older sister's class and loved all her friends. I also remember Tommy and Bill. I am so sorry for your loss.
Juanita I loved working with you. You treated everyone like family. I will miss you.
I first knew Juanita through work at St Mary's. Then as a blessed friend and confidant. She helped everyone she knows, never asked for help. I love that woman so. I will miss her like i miss my own mom. I will pray for your family for peace in your heart.
Thanks Juanita for a lifetime of wonderful High School Memories. I was so looking forward to seeing you at our 50th HS reunion. My Sincere Condolences to all of your family. You will be so missed, but always in hearts and minds.
Carolyn Middleton Smith - Sardis HS '65
I will miss our talks about our childhood days may God bless your family
I would like to send my condolances to the family of Juanita. It has been a pleasure to be her Schwans Driver for the last year. She was such a sweet lady and will defently be missed. Again I am so sorry and will be praying for peace and comfort.
Mark Friddle
With my heartfelt condolences.