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James Pruiett Obituary
Evansville, Indiana
James E. Pruiett, 87, of Evansville passed away Friday September 20, 2013 at his home. He was born January 20, 1926 in Evansville, son to William Ray and Georgia R. (McNeil) Pruiett.
James graduated from Central High School, class of 1943. He was US Navy Veteran serving in WWII in the Pacific Theater, member of Vanderburgh County Retired Veteran Memorial Club for 25 years, VFW 1114 and American Legion #8. He retired 1988 from Baynham Shoe Co. as store manager after 32 years of service. James was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, the choir, men's club, Fr. Hill's Social Club and was awarded the Simon Bruté award in 2000. He volunteered for SWIRCA and was their volunteer of the year in 2000.
James was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lena Kennedy and brother, William Pruiett.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marilyn J. (Becker) Pruiett; daughters, Diana Sanner (Steve) and Marcia Kassenbrock (Bob); sons, Dennis J. Pruiett (Sara), Tom E. Pruiett, Fred W. Pruiett (Kathy), John M. Pruiett (Sherrie) and Scott Pruiett (Amie); 15 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; sister, Virginia Pruiett; several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 2:00 - 8:00 pm Sunday September 22, 2013 at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Ave., Evansville, IN 47714 with a memorial service at 6:30 pm. Visitation will continue from 9:30 - 10:00 am Monday at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1760 Lodge Ave., Evansville, IN 47714.
A Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am Monday September 23, 2013 at the church.
Burial will be at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery where the Retired Veteran Memorial Club will conduct graveside services.
The family would like to thank Gentiva Health Care especially Kelly, Lindsey and Fran. A special thank you to granddaughter, Cassie Pruiett for all of her love and care.
Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1760 Lodge Ave., Evansville, IN 47714.
Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Pruiett
Cheri Sanders
September 24, 2013
Mrs. Pruiett and Family
I have many fond memories of Mr. Pruiett from the many years at Holy Spirit. He always had a smile on his face and something witty to say. Thoughts and prayers to the Pruiett family. Hold on to the cherished memories of Mr. Pruiett.
Reg and Brenda DeArmond
September 24, 2013
Jim will be missed by all who new him. He always kept you laughing. Sorry for your loss.
September 23, 2013
To the entire Pruiett family.......I m am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy losing a love one!!!!!!!
Russ Hagan
September 23, 2013
I was so saddened to hear of Mr. Pruiett's passing...he was such an amazing man and a true servant of God; is volunteerism has most certainly left its mark on many...my thoughts and prayers are with the entire family!
Respectfully Robin Reeder (friend of Kathy and Fred's)
The Villas at Theater Commons
September 23, 2013
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. Jim will remain in our hearts forever.
Donald Tenbarge
September 23, 2013
Sorry to hear about Jim. I lost my dad on september 7th. I thought alot of him.
September 22, 2013
Diana,
So sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. It is so hard to lose a
parent. Hope your memories will help you get thru this sad time.
Marilyn McCall
Mary Ann (Burton) Soyugenc
September 22, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I always remember when I was in college at UE how Mr. Pruiett would let me know whenever he had any size 10 Bass or Aigner shoes in stock and let me have 1st dibs since that was a hard size to find back then. I also have fond memories of spending many childhood hours in your home. He was also at my Dad's funeral for the VFW honor guard.He was a special man and will be sorely missed. May you find comfort in all your memories! !
Michelle Russell Lehman
September 22, 2013
Very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was such a nice man and I have plenty of fond memories of him from choir practices (when I was a kid) at Holy Spirit. May your fond memories give you comfort.
Kristina Winiger Landis
September 22, 2013
Our family sends our thoughts and prayers to Mr. Pruiett's family. We all have many fond memories from our Holy Spirit days, God bless!
KEISTON HOLLOWAY
September 21, 2013
ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY
Lola Baumgart
September 21, 2013
Your family is one of the nicest families. I am so sorry to hear of Mr.Pruiett's passing. He was such a nice, sweet man. He always had a smile on his face. Thinking of you all!
Jeanette Boyd
September 21, 2013
Dear Marcia, Bob and family.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Your Dad was always a gentleman and had a lot of laughs with him.
I will never forget Jim what a wonderful burial detail (VFW) for Jack.
Love and Take Care
Sherman Hinkebein Jr.
September 21, 2013
Our prayers and thoughts go out to Marilyn and Family.
Jim was one of the nicest and most respected person I have ever worked with.
Jeanette Boyd
September 21, 2013
Marilyn and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jim was always a gentleman and I will never forget Jim what a
wonderful burial detail,(VFW)
Love and Take Care
Rick Born
September 21, 2013
Fred, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Pat Hinkle
September 21, 2013
Please accept my heartfelt condolence on the loss of Jim. I have many fond memories of him, especially of having worked for him at Baynham's on the mall. I always appreciated his fatherly words of advice. Hopefully the good memories of him will be of help to the entire family. Absolutely a wonderful person! May he rest in peace.
Brenda (Curtis) Hosick
September 21, 2013
Marilyn, You and James were such wonderful neighbors! You were so kind to me and my two children. When the electric went out you opened your house to us. You were like a 2nd set of grandparents to my children... even attending the Veterans Day function with them at Fairlawn. Even though we have not kept in touch with you since moving, you have always remained in our hearts. May God watch over you in this time of loss and always. Brenda (Hosick), Matt & Andrea Curtis
September 21, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
Sara Batcke Newman
September 21, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
Sara Batcke Newman
Trudy Harlow Struck
September 21, 2013
My thoughts, prayers and love to all of you as you lay your dad (and husband) to rest. So many family memories to cherish.
Debbie White
September 21, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Jim always had a nice word to say when he saw you. He will be deeply missed.
Judy Miles McCain
September 21, 2013
Marilyn and Family, MrPruiett was a true gentleman and one of the nicest bosses I had in my entire working career.
"Woody" Baker
September 21, 2013
Sorry to hear of Mr. Pruiett's passing... I have known Dennis and worked with him as a business acquaintance for many years.... Our Prayers go out to your family
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