Robert Warner Purcell

robert purcell

April 22, 1944 ~ March 28, 2017

Born in: Thomaston, GA
Resided in: Newnan, GA

Robert Warner Purcell (Bob) went to be with the Lord on March 28th, 2017.  Born on April 22, 1944, Bob was married to the love of his life, Katie Royal Purcell, for 50 years.  Bob and Katie have lived in Newnan for the past 11 years and are members of Southside Church.  Bob ran cross country and track at Georgia Tech where he graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering.  He had a multifaceted and successful career in business.  His passion for the outdoors, hunting and fishing gave him great joy throughout his life.  A genuinely Godly man, Bob was kind and gentle showing steadfast love to his family and friends who will miss him dearly.  Preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. B.L. Purcell and his infant son, Bradley, he is survived by his wife, Katie Royal Purcell; son, Rob Purcell; daughter, Amybeth Purcell Skinner and her husband Brian; three grandchildren, Brett, Kate and Reid Skinner; twin sister, Linda Purcell Balkcom and her husband, Jimmy; and several nieces and nephews.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held Monday, April 10th at 11 o’clock at Southside Church Newnan, 1821 Highway 34 East, Newnan, Georgia, 30265.  The family will receive friends following the service.  In Lieu of flowers, please send donations to Southside Church Newnan in honor of Bob Purcell.  Donations will be used for the Waumba Land Ministry where Bob enjoyed rocking babies.

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  1. Diane Denniston says:

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and have been with you through this challenging time. So glad that we will see Bob again one day. May God give His grace to all to mourn such a wonderful man and his impact on so many lives. Diane & Browder Denniston

  2. R. Sweatman says:

    My deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved family member. Even though your hearts may be heavy with grief, please remember that our heavenly father also feels your pain of grief. Through his word the Bible he offers comfort to help you cope. Psalm 34:18 says; Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit. Also the wonderful promise at Isaiah 25:8; He (God) will swallow up death forever. And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe the tears from all faces. Because God “cares for you “(1Peter 5:7) he will help you to cope at this difficult time.

  3. Marcy Tanner says:

    To Bob’s family and friends,

    Please know that you are in my prayers and thoughts.

    Numbers 6:24-26
    The Lord bless thee and keep thee,
    The Lord make His face shine upon thee, and be gracious to thee;
    The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.

    Marcy Tanner (Martha Curry)
    From Brookhaven Baptist Church & Cross Keys High School

    • katie purcell says:

      I said this to Bob every night before we went to bed.
      The Lord did bless him and keep him and He does that for our family now.
      Thank you for your sweet message.
      Katie

  4. K. Banks says:

    Dear Family, please accept my condolences for the loss of Mr. Purcell. May you find comfort in the words Jesus spoke, promising a resurrection (John 11:25). Warm Regards, Kay


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