Lynda Purel Rank Thorson (1943 - 2013) Lynda Purel Rank Thorson, born March 31, 1943 in Kansas City, Kan., began her life with Christ on July 4, 2013. Lynda is survived by her husband of ten years, Ralph Thorson as well as her brother, Harry (Buddy) Purel and her cat, Muffin. [Continued below comments.]

Her career included positions at The Fullerton Tribune, Fred Sands Desert Realty and The LA Times where she retired.

Lynda was an avid golfer and a member of Bermuda Dunes Country Club. She had a passion for cooking and was also involved with East Valley Republican Women and a dedicated member of the Palm Desert Community Presbyterian Church.

Service and reception for Lynda will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at Bermuda Dunes Country Club, Bermuda Dunes. Please contact the country club for further details. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully asks donations be sent to Palm Desert Community Presbyterian Church, 47-321 Hwy 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: mydesert.com/obituaries

And dedicated in Lynda'a memory:

http://youtu.be/VJcGi4-n_Yw

July 26, 2013.