Jane R. Purser, daughter of Vernon Taylor Reavis and Lucretia Ann Stephens Reavis passed away Nov. 3, 2011 at Sunrise at North Hills. Jane grew up in Warrenton, NC, graduated from Wake Forest University in 1950. While there, she met her future husband Roy M. Purser Jr.
Jane was a gifted volunteer and loved serving her community in many roles including, President of The Women's Club of Raleigh, Chairman of the Governor Morehead School Board of Directors, and President of the Dorthea Dix Guild. She also served countless positions at First Baptist Church where she was an active member for more than 50 years.
In addition to her parents, Jane was predeceased by her husband, Roy Purser; and her sister, Alice Reavis Sanford.
Surviving are her three sons, David and wife Debbie, and Mark and Matt Purser; grandchildren, Evan, Elizabeth and husband John, Annie and husband Bryan, Allyson and husband Benny, and Emily.
The family will receive friends Sunday, November 6, from 3-5 pm at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 300 St. Mary's Street, Raleigh. A funeral service will be held Monday, November 7, at 11 am at First Baptist Church, 99 North Salisbury Street, with burial immediately following at Raleigh Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to First Baptist Church, Hospice of Wake County, or a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be made through www.brownwynneraleigh.com
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