Olympia C. Purdum
June 11, 1920 ~ June 28, 2020
Olympia C. Purdum
On Sunday, June 28th died peacefully at her home with her family close by after celebrating her 100th birthday on June 11th. Olympia was the widow of Lt. Col James Shank Purdum who passed away in August, 1989. She was the beloved mother of Jim Shank Purdum, Jr., John Hall Purdum and Diana Purdum Martin. Olympia is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Paige Purdum Horton, Megan Purdum Anderson, John Purdum, Jr., Jennifer Purdum, William Martin III and Mackenzie Martin as well as 2 step-grandchildren, Michael and Maria Bogatyr. She is also survived by 4 great grandchildren: Samuel Shank Horton, Olivia Marie Purdum, Ella Ann Purdum and Matthew MacLauchlan Anderson.
After more than 30 years traveling the globe with her family as a military wife, she had careers with Vienna’s Globe Newspaper and as a floral designer. Olympia never met a stranger. She loved to antique shop and travel Europe with her friends and family well into her eighties. Her positive outlook on life and her innate ability to always look to the future was the key to her longevity.
A special thank you to Hibo Samantar and Forida Yusuf who truly liked Mother and took wonderful care of her.
The family will receive friends at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Avenue, Vienna, VA on Monday, July 13th from 10 to 11 am, with a funeral service to begin at 11 am. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Friends may view and sign the family guestbook at www.moneyandking.com
On Sunday, June 28th died peacefully at her home with her family close by after celebrating her 100th birthday on June 11th. Olympia was the widow of Lt. Col James Shank Purdum who passed away in August, 1989. She was the beloved mother of Jim Shank Purdum, Jr., John Hall Purdum and Diana Purdum Martin. Olympia is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Paige Purdum Horton, Megan Purdum Anderson, John Purdum, Jr., Jennifer Purdum, William Martin III and Mackenzie Martin as well as 2 step-grandchildren, Michael and Maria Bogatyr. She is also survived by 4 great grandchildren: Samuel Shank Horton, Olivia Marie Purdum, Ella Ann Purdum and Matthew MacLauchlan Anderson.
After more than 30 years traveling the globe with her family as a military wife, she had careers with Vienna’s Globe Newspaper and as a floral designer. Olympia never met a stranger. She loved to antique shop and travel Europe with her friends and family well into her eighties. Her positive outlook on life and her innate ability to always look to the future was the key to her longevity.
A special thank you to Hibo Samantar and Forida Yusuf who truly liked Mother and took wonderful care of her.
The family will receive friends at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Avenue, Vienna, VA on Monday, July 13th from 10 to 11 am, with a funeral service to begin at 11 am. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Friends may view and sign the family guestbook at www.moneyandking.com
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From the very first hour I when I first met Gammy it felt like home. Her wonderful stories of her youth in New York to her adventures overseas always fascinated me. Her love of her family was boundless and her sharp mind and wit was amazing into her late years. She has left a big hole in my heart. A truly great lady who was very much loved. Nina
Dear John and family. We are saddened we cannot be present to support you during the loss of Olympia and send our love. I hope you are able to take solice in years of memories and in knowing how much of your time and heart you gave to give Olympia a long and enjoyed life. Wishing her peace in her final rest; and you peace as you move forward. Love your extended family, Wanza, Bruce, and Franketta.
I am so saddened to hear off your loss. A bright shinning light has been dimmed. One of the sweetest ladies I’ve known and truly my mother’s best friend. She was a shinning example of a true giving human being. She will be missed. And she’s playing Bridge with Mom and Dad in heaven. God Bless you all. I loved her dearly. Trina Weir.