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Shirley Pruitt Obituary
Born: August 28, 1951
Died: October 17, 2020
RUTLAND – Shirley Pruitt, 69, of Rutland passed away on October 17, 2020.
Shirley was born in Oxly, MO on August 28, 1951 to Henry and Fredia (Reynolds) Bridgeforth. She graduated from Minonk High School in 1968. She married Allie T. Pruitt Jr. on February 14, 1970 in Brighton, right after his return from service in Vietnam. Shirley worked for many years at the Comfort Inn in Pontiac. Being a wife, mother, and daughter was Shirley's purpose in life. She loved flowers.
Shirley is survived by her husband, Allie; three sons, Todd, Jeff, and Gary Pruitt; five brothers, Richard Bridgeforth, Arthur Bridgeforth, Charles Bridgeforth, Bill "Bo" Bridgeforth, and John Bridgeforth; three sisters, Maudie Bates, Merry (Ray) Dupske, and Carolyn (Bob) Arndt; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Homer and Jerry Bridgeforth; and her sister, Kathy Green.
Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society or DAV (Disabled American Veterans).
Private graveside services will be in the Rutland Cemetery. The Hurst Funeral Home in Wenona is assisting the family with arrangements.
Online condolences may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.hurstfuneralhomes.com.
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Danyelle Rich
October 20, 2020
I have known Shirley for many years. Shirley was a good hearted person who worked to keep busy and of course to run a household. I was around alot. We would order food watch the news at night and talk. She helped so many people out and she is definitely loved by many. Shirley is at peace now. It was her time to be taken home. I will never forget her... Please pray that Todd, Jeff, and Gary will get threw this hard time.
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