Evelyn Purvis, age 83, of Douglas, GA passed away on Monday, June 20, 2016, at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Purvis was born on November 7, 1932, in Douglas, GA to the late Wiley Harper and Sally Spivey Harper. Survivors include: her husband, Elisha Purvis of Douglas, GA; son, Wade (Carol) Purvis of Douglas, GA; brother, Otis (Nola) Harper of Broxton, GA; two grandchildren, Kimberly Elisa (Kyle) Stevens of Douglas, GA and Kayla Elana Purvis of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. The family will receive friends Wednesday, June 22, 2016 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m at Sims Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Illa Baptist Church with Rev. Walter James and Dr. Ben Glosson officiating. Interment will follow at St. Illa Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Cemetery Details
St. Illa Baptist Church Cemetery
Hwy 158 West
Douglas, GA,
Visitation
JUN 22. 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Sims Funeral Home
201 North Peterson Ave
Douglas, GA, US, 31533
Service
JUN 23. 11:00 AM
St. Illa Baptist Church
Hwy 158 West
Douglas, GA, US, 31535
Service Information
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