Shirley Ann Purkerson

Shirley Ann Purkerson obituary, Spring Hope, NC

Shirley Ann Purkerson

Shirley Purkerson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cornerstone Funeral Home and Cremations on Dec. 11, 2025.
Shirley Ann Jones Purkerson, 80, passed away December 9, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Harry Lee Purkerson, Jr. ; her parents Elvertis and Blonnie Jones; brothers Nelson and Ray Jones and sister Audrey Chavez.

Shirley is survived by her children Kimbol Purkerson (Darrell)of Nashville TN, Sherry Purkerson (April) of Spring Hope; two grandchildren Cody Wells and Zoe Brooks; her sisters Brenda Jones of Clayton, NC and Sandra Hanshew of Rural Retreat, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

For all that knew her, they enjoyed her sense of humor and endless sarcasm. Her laugh and smile were contagious. She was a devoted member of the Kingdom Hall. She fought and loved hard, but her time on earth is done.

A Visitation will be held at her home Friday, December 12 from 1:00 to 7:00 pm. A Memorial service, also at the home, Saturday, December 13 at 1:00 pm, will be officiated by Jeff Wiggins.

108 Virginia St, Spring Hope, NC

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