Shirley K.

Shirley K. obituary, Gainesville, FL

Shirley K.

Shirley null Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jones - Gallagher Funeral Home - Starke on Jan. 27, 2026.
Shirley J. (Kelly) Pruitt, age 88, was called home by her Savior, on January 26, 2026, at UF Health Shands in Gainesville following a sudden illness. She was born on October 12, 1937, in Starke to Warren and Regina (Pearce) Kelly.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Billy Gene Pruitt, and siblings Voncil Futch (Benton), E. Carolyn Mann and J.B. Kelly (Golda Mae).

Left behind to cherish their "Best Mom Ever" are her children, Stephanie Pruitt (James Hamby), Buddy Pruitt, and Tracy Pruitt. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and additional family members that will miss her dearly.

Shirley's visitation will be held Thursday, February 12, 2026, beginning at 10:00 am in the DeWitt C. Jones Chapel of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home. Private interment will follow at Crosby Lake Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial donations be made to the Madison Street Baptist Church, 900 West Madison Street, Starke, Florida 32091 or Madisonstreet.org.

Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 620 E. Nona St., Starke, FL 2091. (904) 964-6200. www.jonesgallagherfh.com.

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