of Little Rock, AR
July 28, 1943 - February 6, 2016
A strong Christian, a devoted wife, a loving Mother and a great friend, we said goodbye to Carolyn Ann Purnell of Maumelle, Arkansas on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at Baptist Health Hospital in Little Rock. Carolyn was born and raised in Greenville, Mississippi, however, had been a long time resident and active member of the Maumelle community, recently retiring from Crye Leike Realty.
Carolyn leaves to cherish her memory, her husband , R. Hugh Purnell; daughters, Patti Blasingame and Susan McLaughlin; their husbands Keith and Scott and five grandchildren, Brantley, Zachary, Marli, Blake and Trent all of The Woodlands, Texas. She also leaves many other relatives and close friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, David Carver and Geneva Kirk Toler; her sister Clarisse; and her brother David.
Memorial services will be held 2:00 P.M., Saturday, February 13, 2016 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211, (501) 224-8300 with visitation at 1:00 P.M. prior to the service.
Carolyn and I both worked at Acxiom for many years and I found her again at Crye-Leike in Maumelle and we became lunch buddies and new found friends! I will always be thankful for the fun times we shared together.
It was truly a joy to minister to Carolyn and Hugh, bringing them the Sacrament of Holy Communion each month while serving as Vacancy Pastor of Shepherd of Peace Lutheran Church in Maumelle. I miss her delightful desserts, her kindness towards me and my family, and her just being here to converse with. Whenever I see a flowerpot of pansies, I think of Carolyn! She is with Jesus! God bring comfort and peace to all who mourn her passing!
I will miss my beautiful Aunt Carolyn. Her smile and laugh would always brighten anyone's spirit.
My comfort will come from knowing my mother, Uncle David and my Grandparents were waiting to welcome her into Heaven.
I worked with Carolyn for 5 years. I am so sad she has left this earth. Every time I see a bunny I think of her!
Carolyn was such a very sweet and special lady to all of us! She took such good care of us at the office! She was my 'Pottery Barn" friend as we both loved Pottery Barn. We will miss her greatly and send big hugs and prayers to all of you! We will cherish our memories of her!! Peace be with you all! Lisa H. Sugg
Sorry for your loss I worked whit Carolyn for a while she will b missed prayers are with each of you
I am saddened greatly by this. Carolyn has been on my mind and even tried to contact her through Crye Leike - a couple of weeks ago. She was a dear friend and I have many enjoyable memories with her. My prayers to the family.
My sympathies to the family. Carolyn and I worked together many years ago at Worthen, such good times, she was a sweetheart.
Such a sweet lady. Praying for her family in this sad period of time. She will be missed. Donna / dr Cain's nurse.
Carolyn was a dear friend. We had so much fun decorating my home, and feel her compassionate touch in every room of my home. I will miss our "girls" lunch out and her very much.
My heart goes out to her family.