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THOMAS PRYDE Obituary
THOMAS CARLETON PRYDE (Age 83)
Entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, Marcj 25, 2014 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He was the son of the late James T. and Bernice Byrd Pryde. Cherishing his memory, are his wife, Margarita (Ponce); brother, James Wellington (Joy), Upper Marlboro, MD; sister, Janice Pryde Davies (Rev. Lawrence), Fredericksburg, VA; extended family and friends. Thomas was a dedicated educator in Washington, DC, New York City and ended his career after 44 years as a professor of Linguistics at the Inter-American University in Ponce, Puerto Rico. A memorial celebration will be held at a later date.
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Juan Carlos González
March 28, 2025
Mi gran amigo y profesor de inglés en Inter de Ponce calle Estrella ( Colegio Regional entonces) allá para el semestre agosto diciembre 1982. Era prepa en ese semestre. Siempre recordado , jamás olvidado. Allá en la eternidad un abrazo y todo mi cariño y respeto hacia ud mi amigo Profesor Pryde.
Chassity Serrano
October 2, 2023
Dear Mr. Pryde (Thomas),
Sorry I can't call you Thomas so easily, but know that it was always because I have such a high esteem and deep respect for you sir. You are one of the most special people I have ever known. The impact you had on my father as a child when you were his teacher and took on a fatherly role for him when he needed your guidance most, will never be forgotten, but is celebrated everyti.e we revel in your memory, your legacy. We were blessed with such a great dad because of your influence and compassion you bestowed on him, by you. Your influence seeped all the way through onto his children. As I have great Pryde in my grammar and a love of words. Having written many poems as a child and endless journal entries, I played with language, as a Smith would manipulate steel. My love for writing stemmed from your encouragement of reading and love of books, in your very special and unique way that you touched people. 9 years later and I still cry writing these words. You were quite impactful during your time on this Earth. I know you are still working up above, guiding, influencing, and shedding love. Thank you for all you ever did in the life you had. I wear your wife's name as my middle name with Pryde, especially as it always reminds me where it comes from and why. Thank you! May peace be yours for eternity. Until we meet again. Cheers up in heaven Mr. Thomas Pryde.
Juan Carlos González
September 30, 2023
Fue mi profesor de inglés en la antigua Universidad Interamericana en la calle Estrella en Ponce en mi año de "prepa" (agosto 1982). Profesional en todo el sentido de la palabra, humilde , colaborador y accesible con sus estudiantes cuando necesitaban una ayuda fuera del horario de la clase con algo que no entendían. Pero sobretodo un ser humano extraordinario. Un verdadero amigo. Siempre lo tuve en mis pensamientos toda la vida ya que perdí contacto con él a principios de siglo y en uno de las docenas de cambio de celular perdí el número de su casa. Descansa en paz profesor y amigo. Luz eterna para tu alma. Prohibido olvidar.
Hector Luis Feliciano
May 7, 2018
My Padrino...
The one that gave me the BEST CHRISTMAS presents,but he also gave lots of foof for thoughts as he always highlighted how important it was for me to learn English..boy...was he right. S9me many insides about life and so mush love. I never goy to asking him for my blessings as I always did when I saw him. But I still want to do it now,because I know he is watching over. I hope that I made you proud padrino. I know that God is Happy to have a friend like you next to him. BENDICION...Y Que descances en Paz.
Son mis condolencias para el resto de la Familia, Madrina Margarita....Love You. I hope that you are ok.
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Hector Luis Feliciano Ruiz De Porras.
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Ralph Cooke
January 24, 2017
My Dear Thomas , what a gift you left in my heart , what a wonderful friendship we shared and great human being you showed me . All my love today and everyday
June 6, 2014
You are in my thoughts every day. I could not ask for a better friend!!
LOVE, MINNIE
Linda Marrero
May 25, 2014
The World has lost a great man, a unique human being, an incredible educator and I have lost a wonderful friend. I met Professor Pryde when I decided to get my degree in Education once my youngest son was in second grade. I had been assigned to a basic English lass and once I spoke he literally threw me out and told me to go get placed in an advanced class. He brought out the best in me and in all of his students. He worked us hard to make us better than we ever imagined we could be. Today I make sure there is PRYDE in my teaching.
We maintained a friendship even after I moved to Florida 9 years ago, and shared many a cold schwa. You will be missed dear friend, yet I know one day we will meet again. Love you much professor, mentor, friend. God bless you always.
Minnie Lockridge
May 14, 2014
Istill am trying to handle your loss! Please rest in Peace. You have always been a large part of my Heart!!
May 1, 2014
I sorely miss my friend of 70 plus years. You have a Special place in my heart!! LOVE YOU DEARLY. Minnie
Dimetrius Thomas Serrano and Thomas
April 14, 2014
Me and Dad now and forever .
April 14, 2014
April 14, 2014
I am deeply saden by the news I recieved. I recieved it late about MR pryde,for the people that knew he was my dad since I can remember he is in a better place looking over all of us. I have great memories of you dad you will be missed my children were taken back by the news I can say everytime you came to NY we did spend some time together in my home ,we ate talked and laughed many pictures you will always be in our heart, good bye to the greatest person anybody can say they they were blessed to know, if you knew him you know what I am saying. LOVE YOU DAD till we meet again your s
on santos
Wayne Hairston
April 3, 2014
Tom Pryde will be greatly missed by those who knew him. Since first meeting him in 1983 we had become like family and I often called him Uncle Tom. RIP Uncle Tom until we meet again.
Ralph Cooke
April 2, 2014
There will only be one Thomas Pryde ! I love you always ! You and Joe will stay in my heart
Robin Moss
March 31, 2014
Hello Pryde Family:
My name is Robin Nash Moss. My father, John C. Nash (now deceased - 2006) was a good childhood friend to Mr. Pryde. My dad would tell me many stories of the good times they had together. Please know that you have my deepest symapthy. May God's love surround you. Sincerely,
Robin Nash Moss
Roland & Marva Moore
March 31, 2014
Dear Mrs. Davies, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this period of bereavement. May the memories that you have of your brother help sustain you, and ease the pain of his loss.
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