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Richard Arthur Pruett, 88, of Morganton, NC, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on September 17, 1935, he is the son of the late Perry Amos Pruette and Flavie Alice Heavner Pruette.
Richard was a member of Zion Baptist Church and had served as a deacon at various churches. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hiking, singing gospel music, and spending time with is granddaughters.
Mr. Pruett is survived by his wife of 67 years, Betty Moore Pruette; children, Roger Pruette, (Cathy) and Alice Burnette (Jason); grandchildren, Emilie Clontz (Nick), Lily Burnette, and Erica Burnette; siblings, Retha Hefner (James), Glen Pruette (Joyce), and Wayne Pruette (Dare); and numerous beloves nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by three siblings, Revis Pruette, Larry Pruette, and Joyce Pruette.
A celebration of Richard’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Zion Baptist Church (3394 Pea Ridge Road, Morganton) with Rev. Keith Rose officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Zion Baptist Church, 3394 Pea Ridge Road, Morganton, NC 28655 in memory of Richard Pruett.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Willing Servant! That’s what we’re called to be and he definitely was! He’s definitely teaching angels how to sing. Betty and Alice, I am sorry for your loss. Praying for you all!! No matter what, the memories remain.
Richard was a man who truly loved God. He was such a precious human being with a beautiful soul. Heaven has gained an Angel and we will see you again some day soon. Love to all of the family.
Sorry to hear that our brother in Christ has passed away although we have not seen each other in a while we remember all the times we had together thru the years going to church together going to singings. Just having known you as a brother in Christ I know you will be missed by family and friends but we know you are in a better place at home with the lord praying for the family until we meet again.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know I'm praying for you and your family. Richard was a great person and I enjoyed the time I got to spend with him playing bass guitar when he sung with Dot & Nancy played piano.
May the grace of our LORD envelope Miss Betty, and the entire family, during the loss of this godly man. Richard will truly be missed.
We will miss you paw paw. See you again soon!