On Saturday, April 20, Ellen Tina Purcella, a beloved wife and stepmother, passed away. She was seventy-three. Born to Marvin and Eleanor Christensen, Tina was an accomplished manager at APS, then Southwest Gas, for nearly 30 years. There, she was blessed with many friendships and met her husband, Michael Purcella. They were together for thirty-five years.
Tina was an excellent writer, from sweet, funny notes in greeting cards to loving poems. She made holidays special with her creative gift-giving and decorating. Her generosity and care for others knew no bounds. She donated to causes for the well-being of animals and Veterans. Her favorite spots to visit were Prescott, Payson, and San Diego. Tina is survived by her husband, Michael Purcella; stepdaughter, Jenna Thiel; brother, Mark Christensen; niece and nephew; two grand-nieces; one grandson; and her cat, Riley.