Purdham, Alice Marion (neé Boquist) Age 91 of Brooklyn Center, went to join our beloved Lord on January 11, 2019. Preceded in death by husband Charles, son James, parents Dr. Harold & Marion Boquist, brothers Howard, Harold and Lowell. Survived by children Lois and David (Mary); daughter in law Cindy; grandchildren John, Michael, Katie, Laura; and many others she welcomed as family. Alice graduated from Patrick Henry High School and Boston University School of Social Work. She was a committed Christian as part of a shared ministry with her husband. She had a generous heart and a passion for service, justice and missions. Funeral Service SATURDAY, 1/19, 11AM, Brooklyn United Methodist Church (UMC), 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center. Visitation FRIDAY, 1/18, 4-7 PM, Evans-Nordby Funeral Home, 6000 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center and one hour prior to service at church. Memorials preferred to Brooklyn UMC Foundation or United Methodist Committee on Relief. Evans-Nordby 763-533-3000 evansnordby.com

Published on January 13, 2019


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