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1944
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2017
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Ruth Purser Obituary
She was born November 9, 1944 in Charlotte, to Rufus and Bessie McCulloh. She is preceded in death by her husband Lynn Purser and son David Cowick.
She is survived by her sisters Linda Bailey and Betty Padgett (Billy); brother, Jimmy McCulloh; daughter, Tammie Ray; grandsons, Joshua and Eric Ray; son Chris Cowick (Rinita) and grandsons, Hunter and Austin Cowick.
A private memorial service, hosted by her niece, Shannon Garcia (Derek), has already been held for her on Sunday, June 18th.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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4 Entries
June 28, 2017
kim mcculloh
Shirley Welch
June 27, 2017
So sorry for your loss.May God wrap his arms around all of u in ur time of sorrow, to comfort u.
Brenda Ritch
June 25, 2017
So so sorry for your loss..Thoughts & Prayers ..
Shannon Garcia
June 25, 2017
Our lives will never be the same without you, but we are happy you are amongst the angels in heaven. Love always, Shannon, piper, Derek and Linda
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