Carol Mae Purvis - Moon

Carol Mae Purvis- Moon, 80 of Magee, MS went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 12, 22024 at her residence in Brandon, MS. Carol was born April,29 1943 to Mrs. Etta Mae Majure and Harold Brantley Majure, who lost his life serving in WWII before her birth. She was raised in a loving home with her Mother and Grandmother (Minnie Mae Kees), and supported by her uncles Robert, Wylie and C.J Kees.  She was blessed with a new father when Etta Mae married her childhood friend G.O Parker Jr. when Carol was 4 years old. G.O. loved her as his own but always insisted she maintain her relationship with the Majure family.  The love of the Lord and family was instilled in Carol’s life from an early age and was still evident to her last breath. 

Carol dedicated her life to serving her Lord, her children, and grandchildren. She inspired her family to fearlessly strive for greatness and never allow failure to deter them from becoming a force in the world.  Her non-judgmental demeanor encouraged others to share difficulties and seek out her wisdom. She exemplified the spirit of adventure, love of travel, and willingness to compassionately serve others. All who knew Carol will remember her sense of humor, beautiful smile and sparkling blue eyes. 

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 15, 2024 from 12:00pm until 2:00pm at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, 302 Eighth Ave SW, Magee, MS. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 2:00pm at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Magee. Dr. Buddy Keyes will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-5031. 

Burial will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, April 17 2024 in Franklin, TN. The Graveside Service will be handled by Williamson Memorial Funeral Home in Franklin, TN. 

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Edward Moon and Norman Baylis Purvis, Sr.; father G.O. Parker Jr.; mother, Etta Mae Kees Parker; paternal father, Harold Majure.

Survivors include her sons, Norman Baylis Purvis, Jr. and Benjamin Brantley Purvis (Amy Tovar);  daughters, Gretta Rachelle Harvey (Thomas) and Heather Alys Miller (Brian); grandchildren, Brittany Sasser (Nick), Haley Jean (Brett), Jarod Purvis, Carley Pierce, Colton Pierce, Kaylah Hall, Bailey Grace Hall, Lacy Mae Miller, Bentley Harrison (Reid), Paige Miller, and Jacob Miller; 9 great grandchildren; brother, Gary Parker, III (Sandra); sister, Kathy Ball (Rick); and a host of other family and friends.

Honorary pallbearers will be Jarod Purvis and Colton Pierce.         

Special music will be performed by Julie Orr.