Jeffrey Pursell Obituary

Jeffrey Carl Pursell VIRGINIA BEACH - Jeff Pursell, 59, resident and member of Signature Golf Course at West Neck, passed away Aug. 8, 2008, at Sentara Leigh Hospital after battling cancer. Jeff was born in Washington, D.C., and lived most of his childhood in Herndon, Va. He attended Virginia Tech, served in the Army National Guard, worked for a division of the Department of Defense for 28 years and was a member of Courthouse Community United Methodist Church. A perfect day for Jeff included a round of golf in the morning with friends, beer at the 19th hole and an afternoon of watching the Redskins or Hokies play football. Jeff was predeceased by his loving parents, Bryson and Kathleen Pursell. Left to cherish his memory are wife, Carolyn Pursell; two sons, Dustin and Matthew Pursell; two stepdaughters, Miche' Young Tentor and husband Larry, Angela Young Gilbert and husband Sean; two brothers, Bryson Pursell and wife Marjorie, Keith Pursell and wife Joyce; a sister, Debbie Pursell Pelletier and husband Andre'; five grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many other close friends and relatives. A celebration of eternal life will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday in Courthouse Community UMC, 2708 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Family Life Center fund at Courthouse Community UMC. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach office, is assisting the family.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Aug. 12, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Pursell

14 Entries

Alice Spriggss

August 21, 2008

Carolyn: You and all of your family have been in our thoughts and prayers for weeks and months. We are very sad that the family had Jeff taken away so young. Dennis was so sad he was out of the country and couldn't see all of you at this time. He has such fond memories of the Purcell kids from their childhood together.
We will all continue to pray for you and all of your family and for your strength to continue doing all you have to do. Love, Alice and Dennis

Anne Thompson Cilio

August 19, 2008

To the family of Jeffrey Pursell,
I knew him only thru my sister of the same year at Herndon High, and I was in the same class as Bryan. I am so sorry for your loss.
To live in the hearts of those left behind keeps one alive forever.
With sympathy,

Jayne Di Vincenzo

August 16, 2008

Carolyn, Bless you and your family at this difficult time. Jeff will be missed by all. I hope you continue to find comfort in your faith and your memories. Warmly,

Susan Craft

August 15, 2008

Carolyn
You and your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Joan Elmore

August 15, 2008

Carolyn, I am sorry to hear about your lost. May God be with you and your family during this time of lost and celebration of Jeff life. You have been a blessing to Jeff and all who know you.

Carol Hoffman

August 15, 2008

Dear Carolyn,

My thoughts and prayers remain with you and the family during your time of loss. May the Lord be your constant companion as you celebrate Jeff's life this weekend. He was a inspiration to all that knew him.

Love, In Jesus,

Carol

Audrey Perez

August 15, 2008

Carolyn and family, You are in my thoughts and Prayers.

Pat Polen

August 14, 2008

Carolyn, I'm so sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. Please know my thoughts, prayers and love is with you. Pat

Ray and Tracy Beisgen

August 13, 2008

Carolyn, we are deeply saddened by Jeffs' passing. Everyone at The Signature will miss him greatly. We respect so much the patience and strength you've shown during Jeffs' illness. God bless you both.

Gail Summers Phillips

August 13, 2008

My deepest sympathy to Jeff's family.

What great memories we all share from Greg Roy and gowing up with Pursell's as neighbors. Those were wonderful days. We all know Jeff is in a better place and that he is now with his wonderful mother and father.

Please know my thoughts are with all of you.

Norm Thienel

August 13, 2008

A sad time, indeed. If only everyone growing up could have such a very close friend as Jeff.

It was a rare day in Greg-Roy when Jeff and I were not playing wiffle ball or basketball or golf with Bryson, Keith, and all the neighborhood guys (and our favorite neighborhood girl, too). What fun times we had!

My sincerest sympathy to all of Jeff's family at this time of grief.

And, Jeff: I’ll meet you on the first tee when I get there.

Jackie Summers Harris

August 12, 2008

To Jeff's family:
So sad to hear of the loss of someone so dear to me from my childhood. Jeff and I grew up together on Greg Roy. I have so many fond memories of getting to play football with the guys and the political debates and political bumper sticker attacks! He will be missed, but my memories are fond. Special love to Bryson, Keith and Debbie. Love,

Jeff Rogers

August 12, 2008

Carolyn,
After Jeff's passing you expressed an incredibly selfless thought in the midst of great personal loss. Your strength and love are an inspiration to us all!
I pray that your family, friends, and the memories of all the good times will be up to the task of helping you endure the loss of such a great man.

Julie Stockwell

August 12, 2008

Carolyn and family i am so sorry to hear of your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you julie

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