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Jenny ENGLISH Obituary

ENGLISH, Jenny Lee Pruitt Age 60, born in Richmond, VA, passed away on Monday, Oct. 7, 2013, after a bravely fought battle with cancer. Devout Christian and loving wife, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a lover of life and lived each day for her family and friends. Her loving, generous heart and beautiful smile will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her loving husband Raymond English, her mother Margaret Pruitt and sister, Barbara Pruitt. She is also survived by her children; Ray English Jr, wife Tina English, Randy English, wife Angela English, Tina Way, husband, Garrett Way and Barbie Nielsen. She is survived by her many grandchildren; Ray English III wife Kasia English, Joshua Gasell, Kyle English, Rohit Pasi, Emma English, Wyatt English, Destinee Smith, Brianna Cothran, Elizabeth Wright, husband Wes Wright, Caroline Pasi, Briana Way, Vanessa Way, Marcus Way and Ainsley Nielsen. She was also blessed with great-grandchildren; Logan English, Nicholas English, and Wyatt Wright. She was preceded in death by her father C. Cliffton Pruitt & daughter, Robin Lee. A graduate of St. Petersburg High and University of South Florida, she worked for Hughes Supply 8 years and A. Randy's Electric Inc as Corporate Treasurer for 25 yrs. All that knew her, knew how much she loved being with and doing everything she could for her family and friends. She will be truly missed and all of our lives were blessed and full because of her life. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday the 9th of Nov. at 10:30 in the morning, at First United Methodist Church of St. Petersburg 212 Third Street North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Suncoast Hospice.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Oct. 20, 2013.

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Cheryl Grindle

November 11, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Jenny Lee back in the 80s. She was not only the most compassionate, caring and kind woman but also a great friend. She will be sadly missed but always in our hearts. I miss you Jenny Lee.

Bill & Sandy McIntire

November 6, 2013

So sorry to hear about Jenny. Our thoughts are with you.

Patricia Anderson-Smith

October 23, 2013

Deepest sympathy to Mrs. Pruitt and Barbara,also to the English family,Jenny and I met in middle school and were friends during those years,lost touch as were grew older but have fond memories of her and her family, so sorry for your loss...

Ralph Fross

October 23, 2013

A great lady. Ray you were a lucky man.

Nonie Cowie

October 21, 2013

I was so glad to meet Jennie and her husband Ray, through her mother Margaret. With love and deep sympathy.

Bill and Carol Dayton

October 20, 2013

Please know how much we love the entire English family and are praying for strength for you all. Jenny was such a strong force in life with her special laugh..sparking eyes..and mischievous ways. She absolutely relished her role in life as a loving wife,mother,grandmother and not to be forgotten ......great grandmother. We have been friends for so many years.All the way back to Ray and Greg playing baseball ...while Tina and Cathy played in the dirt at the SYAA field.We are all so blessed to have such wonderful memories.
Please feel our love surround you all. A special kiss to our "other daughter"

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