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Michael Prunty Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Michael Paul Prunty, 62, passed away November 18, 2015, at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, retired LTC Thomas and Flora Prunty. Mike is survived by his former wife, Jeanette; three sons, Thomas, Aaron, and Michael; his sister, Marianne Tioran; and all his nieces and nephews. Mike attended Peninsula Catholic High School and graduated from Ferguson High School in 1972. He received his BS in Business Management from Christopher Newport College in 1978. Mike went on to become a successful entrepreneur in a diverse set of businesses. He founded Tidewater Mobile Entertainments in 1980, Tidewater Disc Jockeys in 1984, and established Prunty Properties in 1987 to manage real estate investments. Mike tirelessly worked to improve the community, advise political campaigns, and develop grassroots movements. Those fortunate to have known Mike will forever remember his love as a father and a friend. The family will receive friends Monday, November 23, beginning at 6 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 7 p.m. at the funeral home with Dr. Charles Root officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Daily Press on Nov. 22, 2015.

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Suzanne Allen Schroeder

October 7, 2017

I went to Peninsula Catholic HS with Mike and we took some of the same classes. I remember him as being a very kind person. My sincere condolences to all of his family and friends.

Tony Crudup

November 23, 2015

Thomas,

My thoughts are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Arneda Powell

November 23, 2015

Jeanette, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Susan S

November 23, 2015

Tommy, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Teresa Etwaroo

November 23, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with Michael's family and friends. May they find comfort with one another, and in memories of time spent with him.

Mike and I were in the same art class in high school. I also had the pleasure of chatting with Mike, at our last class reunion. I remember his loving words regarding his family. I am thankful to have those memories of him.

~David & Teresa Etwaroo*~
*former classmate at FHS

George & Jennie Coulter

November 23, 2015

Our heartfelt thoughts and sympathy to the Prunty family for their loss of Mike. My most cherished memory of Mike was his deep devotion to his family and their welfare in all their endeavors. May his love and devotion to family forever be remembered as his legacy.

Alfred Peterson

November 22, 2015

Jeanette, I'm so sorry to hear of your family's loss. May the family always have warm memories of Mike.

American Heart Association

November 22, 2015

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

November 22, 2015

Thoughts and prayers to all the Prunty family
Much Love,
Nancy & Wyndham

DeWitt edwàrds

November 22, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of Mikes death. The family has been in my prayers as well as my churches. I told many others about Mike after your mom called last.
K

Sandi Luthie

November 22, 2015

You will be missed my old friend, my political buddy. Prayers and warm memories for your son's, your pride and joy.

Ms Majka

November 22, 2015

Michael, our condolences are with your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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7:00 p.m.

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11144 Warwick Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23601

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