Hollis G. Pruitt
Apr 26, 1938 - Jan 4th, 2022- Birth Date: Apr 26, 1938
- Death Date: Jan 4, 2022
- Funeral Date: Unknown
- Location: Private
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Biography: Hollis G. Pruitt, 83, of Little Rock left us to spend eternity in Heaven on January 4, 2022. He was born April 26, 1938, in Parkin Arkansas, to Sallie Beulah Thurman and Rev. John Robert Pruitt.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 61 years, Sandra Dickinson Pruitt. He is survived by his son David Pruitt (Debbie) of Austin, Texas along with their four children, David, Jr. (Claire), Parker (Storm), Clayton and Catherine and his daughter Laura Joseph (Brad) of Little Rock, Arkansas. He is also survived by one sister, Pearlene Kitts and one brother, Hulon Pruitt along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Arlis, Dennis, Horace Pruitt and one sister, Geraldine Howanietz.
Hollis graduated from Beebe High School and attended Arkansas State. He served six years in the 431st Civil Affairs Company of the US Army Reserves, including six months of active duty and Honorably Discharged.
In Little Rock, Hollis enjoyed a career in banking, working for both Union National Bank and Commercial National Bank. It was through his career, that both he and Sandra, made many lifelong friends. Rarely did Hollis meet someone that he did not “know” or was not “related” to. He loved nothing more than to tell a great story and spend time with his family and friends. He was a member of Temple B’nai Israel for over 60 years.
A private service and burial at Oakland Cemetery are planned for family members. Memorial donations may be made to the Congregation B’nai Israel Cemetery Fund.
I will always cherish our visits.
Every time I saw him, he would say “girl, you need to eat more potatoes.” His precious wife, Sandra always there keeping him in line. And Laura faithfully handle things with a smile. Sweet memories! May peace be with the family and friends.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Hollis, he was unique and truly one of a kind. Every memory of him makes me smile, and that’s a pretty good legacy to leave behind.
Love, Sandra