of Lamar, AR
October 10, 1946 - March 6, 2020
Gary Louis Pruitt, 73 of Lamar, passed away Friday, March 6, 2020 in Clarksville. Mr. Pruitt was born October 10, 1946 in Little Rock to Mr. James Lee and Margaret (Konnings) Pruitt. He is preceded in death by his parents and aunts.
Gary served our Nation in the United States Navy. He retired after 35 years from Remington Arms as a shot shell planner, he served as a president for Johnson County Cattleman's Association, and a member of the United Methodist Church in Clarksville. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodwork and was a farmer. Gary loved Lionel Trains and Christmas; he was known for his elaborate Christmas Village. He loved his wife and his family and spending time with them.
Mr. Pruitt is survived by his wife of 51 years Mary (Bacchus)Pruitt of the home; two daughters: Lee Ann (Charles) Yates of Lamar and Gina (Greg) Starling of Paragould; three grandchildren: Ella Starling, Carter Starling, and Tanner Yates; one sister, Jim-O-Lee McCaghren of Sherwood and a host of other family and friends.
Visitation will be 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. Monday March 9, 2020 at the Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday at Roller-Cox Funeral Home, with Bro. David Henshaw officiating. Burial will follow in the Holman Cemetery with Greg Starling, Charles Yates, Travis McCaghren, Jay McCaghren, Terry Cromer, and Ronnie Zachary serving as pallbearers.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home (479) 754-2201. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clarksville.
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9 Condolence(s)
Joe Reynolds
Thursday, March 12, 2020
I am very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a great
friend. We had good times at Remington and in New York.
Joe Reynolds
Janice & Norman Yates
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paul Williamson (College Board)
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Mary,
So sorry. In your time of grief may you find strength in cherished memories.
Karen
Monday, March 9, 2020
I love you Alpee. Prayers and hugs my sweet friend. Love B
Ronnie Lewis
Sunday, March 8, 2020
Am so very sorry to hear of Gary's passing.
MaryAnn Nichols
Sunday, March 8, 2020
We are sorry for your loss and we are thinking of you all Ruth Reynolds, Robert and Mary Ann Nichols
Theresa Edwards
Sunday, March 8, 2020
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I know he carried a special place in each of your hearts and he will be missed so much. He loved you all tremendously and I know you loved him as much. I'm praying all of you get wrapped in God's comfort and peace. One day at a time....love you.
Jo Ann Snyder
Sunday, March 8, 2020
You are in my prayers!
Corliss Johnson
Sunday, March 8, 2020
So sorry for all of you. I know too well what you’re going through. My prayers are with you all in the coming days, weeks, & months. Love to you all.
Corliss