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David Mark Purselley

1966 - 2005

BORN

1966

DIED

2005

FUNERAL HOME

Greenwood Funeral Homes - Cremation at Greenwood Memorial Park

3344 White Settlement Road

Fort Worth, Texas

David Purselley Obituary

David Mark Purselley, 38, passed away Friday, July 1, 2005.

Funeral: 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at Greenwood Chapel. Burial: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Greenwood Funeral Home.

Memorials: American Cancer Society, 3301 West Freeway, Fort Worth 76102.

Mark was born Sept. 9, 1966, to Linda and David Purselley. He was a loving husband, father and son.

Mark graduated from Castleberry High School in 1985.

He was an active member of Trinity Baptist Church and served on the Pastor Search Commitee.

He was a hard worker and accomplished a successful career and became top salesman at his company of business.

He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, traveling and loved music.

Mark battled many health problems since the age of 18, but always found the strength to take care of his beloved family. He was kind and generous with his loved ones and friends.

Though time was not long enough with him, the family wishes to celebrate his life.

Mark was preceded in death by his grandparents, Grady and Leoma Blackwood and Carless and Naomi Purselley.

Survivors: Wife of 11 years, Jennifer Purselley; daughters, Lauren Belle Purselley of Lewisville and Anna Faith Purselley of Fort Worth; parents, David and Linda Purselley; brother, Stephen Purselley and wife, Laura and their children, Leah and Rebecca, all of Fort Worth; mother-in-law, Charlotte Balding; sister-in-law, Lori Mayhew and her daughter, Courtney; brother-in-law, Stephen Balding; numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and a large host of friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jul. 3, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for David Purselley

11 Entries

Mark Winters

July 17, 2005

Jennifer & Anna,

I have only the luxury of knowing Mark since the trip to Home Depot for new windows last fall. I felt like I knew him forever! Very kind, funny and easy going, but mostly excited about doing these things for his family. I was always pleased to see him on his quick trips in and out of the store, even a few weeks ago after church you both came in together, a memory I will hold on to. Your loss is deeply heartfelt, as I only discovered of his passing today through collegues at work. May you and your family be forever watched over by Him w/ Mark by his side, and we thank you for sharing Mark with us. God Bless

Tammy Wright

July 6, 2005

Dear David and Linda,

The service yesterday was heartwarming and moving. I have not been around many of my classmates since we graduated. I have run into Mark a number of times and the two of us had no problem passing the time through what to others may have seemed like some longer than necessary conversations.

When I think back of the time we spent together as childrem, I always remember his smile and his decision to laugh at and off most things in life that attempted to distract him. I remember many of the baseball games that Monty mentioned and the parties that followed them. I know that Tony (my twin brother) has many fond memories too. (in reality probably many more than me)

Mark was a child of much character and he was and remained extremely charasmatic. You did not have to be around him long to fall in love with him.

There are people that you spend only a portion of your life time around that make a life lasting impression and Mark was one of them. I am honored to have had the pleasure of not only knowing him, but of calling him my friend.

Luke 18:29-30 states, "I tell you the truth," Jesus said to them, "no one who has left home or wife or brothers or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God will fail to receive many times as much in the age and, in the age to come, eternal life."

I know that Mark has been a good and faithful servant to the Lord and that in his crossing over that the heavens and angels rejoice.

I do not know Mark's wife or children, but I know how special he was and in knowing that, I know that they too are special. "The message mentioned how he surrounded himself with the best, and I am sure that was the case in his immediate family. I know that growing up, I found that the two of you were "the best," and Mark was a living example of that.

You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know that Mark and you knew what the future held, but that never makes it any easier. We are human and we experience pain and suffering.

Deuteronomy 6:5: "Love the Lord your God with all of your heart and with all of your soul and with all of your strength." The Lord your God will carry you through. "The Lord is my Rock, my Fortres and my Deliverer," 2 Samuel 22:2

All our love,

The Wright's (Tammy Widener-Wright)

Stacy Boatman

July 6, 2005

Jenn, Anna, Linda and David,

Mark was a wonderfull person to know. Mike and I will miss him. His compassion, love of family and life was one of the things that people admired about him. Please let us know you need anything. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love to you all.

Mike, Stacy, Tiffany, Cindy and Mikey Boatman

Jennifer Seabaugh

July 5, 2005

The funeral ceremony was very lovely. All the flowers were gorgeous. We all love Mark and will miss him. This is on behalf of my entire family. We're keeping Jennifer, Lauren, Anna, Linda, and David in our prayers. Call us if u need anything.

Jennifer Seabaugh and family

Mary, Ryan, Hannah and Nathan Collins

July 5, 2005

Jennifer and Anna, Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We will pray for you daily. We will miss Mark.

Love ya

Kendall Novak

July 5, 2005

Sorry for your loss.

Shea Huckaby

July 5, 2005

To all of Mark's Family and Friends,

Most of you do not know me but I sure heard a lot about you all. I was one of the guys who stole him away from you from time to time. Some people will say that Mark loved his work, I say he didn't. He hated being away from his family more than anything. I never saw him or heard him more happy than when he was on his way home. Well those of us who knew him well know that he is really home now. It was a joy to have known him. Thank you for sharing him with the rest of us.

Christy Purselley

July 5, 2005

Jennifer and Anna,

You both will be in my thoughts and prayers daily. Thank you for the joy and happiness you brought into Mark's life.

With greatest sympathy of your loss,

Christy Purselley

Dorothy Newsom

July 4, 2005

Aunt Linda & Uncle David,

I wanted you to know that i am so sorry for your loss. We all loved Mark so much and wished we could have stayed closer over the years. Please give our love love to Jennifer, Lauren and Anna. Also, to Steve, Laura, Rebecca and Leah. Take care of each other and please let us know what we could do for either of you. I Love you all 21.

Dorothy Jean

Ann Dorris Burns

July 4, 2005

I'm so sorry for your loss.I went to school with Mark and had several classes with him.He was very likeable and funny.He will be missed.Look to the Lord for your strength and know that Mark is free from his pain and suffering and is beginning his life in the arms of Our Lord.May God comfort you and yours.

Patrick, Darla, Kara, & Jeremy Brown

July 3, 2005

We are all sorry to hear about Mark's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ethel also sends her prayers. If there is ever anything we can do, or if you want to or need to talk, don't hesitate to call. May God bless you .

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