Ruthann Purcell

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Ruthann Purcell, 75, of Brazil, passed away Jan. 7, 2014, at her home with her family by her side. She had fought a battle with ALS for the past three years. She was born Oct. 7, 1938, in Clay County, the daughter of Andrew Mager and Elsie Philabaum Mager. She graduated from Brazil High School, and, on June 22, 1958, she was united in marriage to Jerry Ray Purcell. Together they raised their family in Clay County. Ruthann was a life-long member of the Rock Run Church. She held many positions at the church, including treasurer and Sunday School teacher. Her life revolved around her Faith and her Family.

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