Mrs. Barbara Dunn Purdy

February 7, 1941 – May 11, 2020

Mrs. Barbara Dunn Purdy, age 79, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 11, 2020. She was at home surrounded by her children, close friends and her beloved animals. Barbara was born in Sylacauga, AL on February 7, 1941 to Claude & Trudy Allen Dunn and move to Fort Payne, AL in the late 1950’s.

Barbara was an active member of the First United Methodist Church. She started the “Happy Hands” sewing group making clothes to be sent to the missionaries who worked with children. She also led the group in making hats for cancer patients. They were always designed to be fun and colorful. (another one of her endearing trademarks.) She was also a member of the church Bible study with Dr. Mark Lacey.

She was also very active in the local ASPCA. All of her animals were rescues and she often said the reason she had so many precious dogs was that every time she worked at the shelter there was always a dog she just “couldn’t leave behind’.

Barbara was a loving and supportive wife, Mother and loyal friend to many. She never met a stranger and was always willing and ready to help anyone in need. Her personality, smile and always positive attitude could light up a room and spread joy to everyone around her. She and her husband Fred enjoyed many years of travel, social events and celebrating life with friends and family. Anyone who knew her is left with a smile in their heart and a story to tell of the fun times they spent with Barbara Purdy. She will be missed for many years to come and has left a void in the hearts of her family and friends.

To quote Barbara Purdy, “Honey, don’t worry about me. I am just transferring from one place to another.” An example of her faith and Christian belief.

She is survived by:

Children: Derick Purdy-Vestavia, AL; Pam Hazlewood (Dudley)-Trussville, AL; Donnie Hughes-Fort Payne, AL & Kandie Evanchyk (Randy)-Freeport, FL

Special Daughter: Kim Cagle Stringer

Grandson: Brandon Hughes (Kimber)

Special Granddaughter: Lauren Inman Wright

Great-Grandchildren: Jayde & Asya

Several Nieces & Nephews

Preceded in  death by:

Husband: Fred W. Purdy

Step-Son: Robert F. Purdy

Parents: Claude & Trudy Dunn

Grandsons: Jerry (Bobo) Brown IV & Cody Brown

In lieu of flowers the Family requests donations to the DeKalb County Animal Adoption Center, 2601 Jordan Rd. SW, Fort Payne, AL 35968