Deborah Purviance, 65, of Belleville, IL, born Tuesday, August 16, 1955 in Decatur, IL, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Gateway Regional Medical Center in Granite City, IL.
Deborah was as a clerk for St. Clair County vital records department. She was a member of League of Women Voters, American Pen Women and National Secretary of Young Democrats of America.
She was preceded in death by her:
- Parents: Keith and Peggy, nee Kirkpatrick, Purviance
- Brothers
- Douglas L. Purviance
- David Purviance
Surviving are her:
- Husband: Kevin Kaufhold of Belleville, IL
- Daughter: Corey Kaufhold of Belleville, IL
- Sister: Diane Purviance (Marshall Baird) of Marissa, IL
- Step mother: Carol Purviance of Belleville, IL
- Dear nieces, nephews
- Great nieces and nephews
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Siteman Cancer Center.
Services: Due to Covid, private family services will be conducted. Live streaming can be viewed at time of service at www.facebook.com/KurrusFH on Monday, December 21, 2020 at 1:00 pm. with Rev. Rob Dyer officiating. Interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Belleville, IL.
19 Comments To "Deborah Purviance"
#1 Comment By Andy Gleeson On December 17, 2020 @ 8:06 pm
My condolences to my friend Kevin and their daughter Corey. Kevin I have fond memories of all the times we shared particularly when we were young idealistic lawyers. Debbie was always a positive force in all those adventures. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
#2 Comment By Joan Rickert On December 18, 2020 @ 9:51 am
Kevin & Corey. I’m so saddened to learn of Debbies passing. May she rest peacefully in Jesus arms. Please know that you are in my prayers
#3 Comment By Karl Bretz On December 18, 2020 @ 12:45 pm
KEVIN: Sincere condolence to you and Corey.
Karl and Barbara Bretz
#4 Comment By Helen Cook On December 18, 2020 @ 7:31 pm
Kevin and Cory, My deepest sympathies all the memories that you made together and now will always be a treasure. Prayers
#5 Comment By Larry dahm On December 19, 2020 @ 12:09 am
Kevin, please accept my sympathy. I met Debbie at our 50th reunion. I could tell you had been; blessed with a wonderful helpmate for many year. May the peace and mercy of our Lord soften your grieving. Sincerely, Larry Dahm
#6 Comment By Bill Gavin On December 19, 2020 @ 8:05 am
Kevin, please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our prayers and best wishes will be with you and your family. Bill and Kate Gavin.
#7 Comment By Joan Dohle On December 19, 2020 @ 10:29 am
Kevin and Corey,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies!
#8 Comment By Kathy Crismon On December 20, 2020 @ 7:41 am
Kevin and Corey,
I am so shocked and extremely sad to learn of Debbie’s passing. Debbie was one of my buddies at the courthouse, always lively, always full of stories. She truly loved her family. God bless you, Kathy Crismon
#9 Comment By Stephanie (Mincheff) Binz On December 20, 2020 @ 11:27 am
Kevin,
Sending you my sincere condolences on your loss of Debbie. Hoping all your wonderful memories of her will help you & your daughter through this difficult time.
#10 Comment By Carl and Karen Buehler On December 20, 2020 @ 6:28 pm
Kevin and Corey, you know you are in our constant thoughts and prayers.
#11 Comment By Mary Matt On December 20, 2020 @ 7:08 pm
Dear Kevin and Corey. Debbie will be greatly missed. She sure loved you both. When I started at the courthouse she was so very welcoming and kind to me.. What a remarkable and intelligent friend.. I pray you both find comfort in her memories.. God Bless.
#12 Comment By David Lysakowski On December 20, 2020 @ 7:12 pm
Kevin and Cory, I am deeply saddened to hear of Debbie’s passing. She was always a fun person to be around. Growing up, when I and her brother, Dave, were together at their house I’m sure we used to drive her crazy! She was always a good sport though and we had lots of laughs. My thoughts are with you.
#13 Comment By Marsha On December 20, 2020 @ 9:19 pm
Kevin, Corey, Diane and family,
So many times over the many decades I treasured Debbi’s friendship, dating back to high school adventures together, and our deep conversations about so many topics hen and all the decades that followed. I was so happy she found you, Kevin, and for how she was with you throughout your mutual love for good government and its resulting adventures. Corey, I heard about your coming, the excitement in your mother’s voice to know you would soon be in her arms to bring joy and magic as a family. Diane, you were dear to her and she relayed stories about how she cherished you. I will treasure those memories and her friendship for all my days ahead, as I know she will live tenderly throughout your years to come, and you’ll feel her presence during your joys and challenges. She loved you both so very much, and she left knowing you loved her too. Hugs, Marsha
#14 Comment By Anna Beever On December 21, 2020 @ 10:15 am
I was saddled to learn of Debbie’s passing. She was a beautiful person inside and out. My heart and prayers are with you and Corey. My deepest sympathies.
#15 Comment By Dianne Hanna Traw On December 21, 2020 @ 1:12 pm
Kevin, I am so sorry for your loss. I have known you for a long time when I worked for Barry Dix and my prayers are with you and your daughter.
#16 Comment By Maureen Richter On December 21, 2020 @ 1:56 pm
Kevin and Corey, so very sorry for your loss. The service for Debbie was beautiful. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Maureen
#17 Comment By Kim Shaw Elliott On December 22, 2020 @ 10:39 am
Dear Kevin,
Strong, smart, funny. These are the words that come to mind as I remember Debbie. My heart is with you and Corey during your terrible loss.
With deepest sympathy,
Kim
#18 Comment By Mark &!Lee Ann (Gagen)Bush On December 25, 2020 @ 2:54 pm
Kevin please accept our condolences on you and your families loss. Debbie was a very good , kind & gentle person. She will be greatly missed. Keep the memories that the two of you shared.
#19 Comment By JACK OESTERLE,JR. On December 26, 2020 @ 11:35 am
Kevin, I’m so sorry for the loss of your loving wife. May you find comfort thru God and his works! “We Don’t Say Goodbye We Say…Till We Meet Again” May The Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her” God needed another “Angel” In Our Prayers! Mary & Jack Oesterle,Jr. Kirkwood,Missouri