In Memory

Ellen Denine Purzer - Class Of 1981

Ellen Denine Purzer

July 22, 1963 - March 2, 2014

 

We celebrate Denine and the courage she exhibited in the face of Lung Cancer...never giving up, never stopping the fight, believing all things were possible. After being diagnosed with Lung and Brain Cancer in January 2013 she squared off with this Cancer and was determined it would not take her before she was ready. On March 2, 2014 she determined it was time for her to move on and did so, peacefully, at her home, surrounded by friends and family and her beloved Scout, who by the way is the best dog one could ever wish for. Scout helped her face the cancer fight bravely and loyally throughout her illness and kept her going many times with love and compassion.

Denine led an exciting life, filled with many travels. One special trip was a true triumph. While in treatment, she was able to go on an extended trip to Ireland, a trip she was determined to make. With the help of her friend Anne, the dream trip became a reality and what a gift it was for her. She loved to travel and was able to see so many places some of us only dream about including Africa, Mexico, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia. She was a teacher for 18 years in Austin, Texas who was loved by her students, as evidenced by the valentines sent to her just before she passed from this world on to a new trip.
 
The outpouring of love from so many people was truly a testament to the person she was and how she affected those who knew her. The family extends a special thank to Austin Cancer Center who treated her with kindness and dignity throughout her illness. She was loved by many and will be terribly missed. However, we know we will see Denine again and she is watching over us, and hoping we lose our sadness to celebrate the person she was.
 
We love you Denine and as has been said many times... we will meet again. The family requests that no flowers be sent, but Lung Cancer donations be made in her name on the American Cancer Society Memorial site at this URL http://tinyurl.com/muphsbn. May the longtime sun shine upon you, All love surround you, And the pure light within you Guide you on your way.

Published in Austin American-Statesman from Mar. 9 to Mar. 10, 2014

 


U.S., Public Records Index, 1950-1993, Volume 1

Record information.

Name

Ellen D Purzer

Birth

22 July 1963

 


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