Jimmy Allen Pryor

1941 - 2025

Jimmy Allen Pryor
04/12/1941 - 10/23/2025
Jimmy Allen Pryor, aged 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 23, 2025, in Houston, TX, after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was surrounded by love, with his devoted wife by his side. Jimmy was born on April 12, 1941, in Levelland, TX, to Emma and Charley Pryor, and was the youngest among nine siblings.

Jimmy is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Henrietta Pryor; his sister, Jo Ella Pryor; sister-in-law, Margie Moerbe; brother-in-law, Steven Moerbe; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and dear friends who cherished him deeply.


Jimmy graduated from Bentonville High School in Bentonville, Arkansas, in 1959. He excelled academically, graduating at the top of his class, earning a degree in accounting from the University of Tulsa and later attaining a Master of Accounting from the University of Alabama. He served his country with pride in the US Army during the Vietnam War, and upon returning to civilian life, he became both a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Management Accountant (CMA). Throughout his distinguished career, Jimmy contributed his expertise to Exxon, Tenneco Inc, and Sysco Corp, ultimately retiring in 2008.


Jimmy was cherished for his warm smile, infectious laughter, and generous spirit. He was always caring and enjoyed helping others. Known for his love of storytelling, he inspired those around him to strive for their best. His favorite motto was, "There is nothing better than Good people," a sentiment he embodied every day. Together with his wife, Jimmy was an avid gardener, happily sharing the bounty of their plants, vegetables, and fruits with family and friends. He dedicated many hours to tending his farm garden in East Bernard, TX, and took great pride in maintaining his yard, making sure it was always neat by picking up every leaf each day. Jimmy enjoyed visiting with neighbors, especially young children, and found joy in these simple interactions. From a young age, Jimmy was passionate about sports, with the St. Louis Cardinals being his favorite baseball team. He also had a deep love for music, collecting CDs from all genres, particularly Classic Country and Rock & Roll. He delighted in connecting songs to the names of people he met.


Jimmy's work ethic was exceptional, and he consistently took pride in the quality of his work. His dedication began as a child working in the cotton fields of West Texas and remained evident throughout his life. Known for his intelligence and determination, Jimmy gave his best to every endeavor. In recent years, declining health limited his activities, though his spirit remained strong. He was deeply grateful for the compassionate care provided by Autumn Years.


Jimmy will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him. May his spirit always be with us, and may his soul rest in peace.