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Walter Leon Pryne

Scotia, New York

1928 - 2018

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Walter Leon Pryne, 89, passed away on Friday, March 30, 2018 surrounded by his loved ones at Baptist Retirement Center. Born on May 21, 1928 in Utica, New York to the late Walter H. Pryne and Amelia Mursch Pryne. He was a Veteran who served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Midway from 1946-1951....

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RIP Mr Pryne.Gone but never forgotten.

RIP Mr Pryne! Thank you for your service in the Navy!

Walter was a teacher and friend. He gave me sanctuary when I needed a place to finish school work, brought me to basketball games when I was grounded, put me to work in the print shop the summer of 78, and successfully guided me through driver education. Rosemary and Walter were friends to my family, always. Walter will be remembered and his spirit will remain forever.

Walt Pryne was my Industrial Arts teacher at Scotia from 1976 to 1978, He was by far one of my favorite teachers of all time. I spent many hours in his classes and actual worked for him in the summer of 1977 printing papers for the school system. You were the Best!
May you rest in peace, Heaven is all set now, the have the best teacher there!

I can't begin to tell you what an influence Walter Pryne has had on my life and career. As a high school student he played a major role in my decision to become an Industrial Arts teacher. He even arranged an interview at our high school with the recruiter from Oswego and provided me with a glowing college reference. I was accepted and attended Oswego for my undergraduate education. I began my career as an IA teacher and eventually moved on to other positions within the education arena. I...

RIP Mr Pryne! You were not a teacher of mine but I do remember you. Condolences to family and friends.