James Harrison Purcell, age 74 of Green Forest, Arkansas passed away Saturday, February 3, 2018 in Green Forest.
The son of James and Lola (Harden) Purcell was born on January 24, 1944 in Bentonville, Arkansas.
James proudly served his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and loved his animals very much.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Margaret Purcell and a brother, Willard Purcell.
He is survived by a son, Steven Purcell of Minneapolis, Minnesota; a daughter, Cynthia Benner and husband Larry of Green Forest; his significant other, Sherri Harezlak of Green Forest; a brother, Robert Purcell of Rockford, Illinois; 5 grandchildren, Lucas Benner, Breanna Benner, Amanda Westendorf, Erika Westendorf and Alisha Westendorf; 2 great-grandchildren, Viviana and Christian and many other family and friends who will mourn his passing.
Cremation services are being handled by Coffman Funeral Home of Harrison. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be left at
www.coffmanfh.com
.