Linda Cheryl Pruitt, 66, of 1616 Mill Avenue, passed away Wedneday, August 10, 2011 at Morehead Memorial Hospital. A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, August 13, at First Baptist Church of Draper. Burial will follow in Danview Cemetery. Miss Pruitt was born October 16, 1944 in Draper, NC. She was a graduate of Morehead High School, Class of 1963. Later she attended Hamlet School of Nursing but was a member of the first graduating Nursing class of Rockingham Community College. She was a Registered Nurse. Linda was a retiree of Morehead Memorial Hospital after more than 40 years of service, the last several years of which she was a Nursing Supervisor. Surviving are her mother, Goldie Cochran Pruitt of Eden; three brothers, David Pruitt and wife, Delee of Eden, Maurice Pruitt and wife, Becky of Reidsville and Tommy Pruitt and wife, Gwen of Eden; sister, Ginger Pruitt Almond of Summerville, SC; nieces and nephews, Desiree Pruitt Hurst, Maurice "Mark" Pruitt, Jr., Brian Pruitt, Rainee Pruitt Hale, Dave Pruitt, Michael Southard, and Jennifer Pruitt Bailey; 10 great-nieces and one great-nephew, all who were very spoiled by Linda; and a host of friends and former patients. She was preceded in death by her father, Clyde C. Pruitt and brother-in-law, Craig Almond. Visitation will be held on Friday evening, 6 - 8 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence. The family would like to say a special thanks to Morehead Memorial Hospital and the ICU staff, as well as Doctor's Anwar and Karb and Nancy Barnes, for all their care and support. Online condolences may be offered to the famly at www.fairfuneralhome.com
May you all know the peace and comfort of Linda being pain free and being wrapped in the loving arms of our Savior. Linda and I were in school together so many years ago but from the time I met her, she never changed. She was always a kind, caring and loving person. She will be missed by all who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are for your comfort.
Margaret Howerton Wray
Praying that God will bring you the peace that passes all understanding and comfort you as only He can do. Linda was a remarkable woman! Not only did I have the honor of being under her care as a child, I was in her care many, many times as an adult; she always picked on me about being a difficult patient. I also had the privilege to work side by side with her, and she taught me so very much about how to 'really' care for my patients; keep them close at heart, but treat them with the utmost respect and kindness and give them the exceptional care that I would want to receive. I know you'll miss her smile, her little chuckle, her loving heart....she is at peace now and suffering no more. We lost a loved one, but Heaven gained an angel! God bless you all!!
Sandra Setliff White
I was so sorry to hear about Linda. I'm sorry I didn't know she was sick. She helped me so much finding classmates for the Class of 1963 when we had our last reunion. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Sincerely, Dian Cook Lovell Class of 1963, Morehead High School
Dian Cook Lovell
My heart felt condolences to all of the family. Linda was such a sweet lady. Every time I was ever near her, she was always smiling. I am thankful that she is with no longer suffering and is with her heavenly father.
Larry Bailey
I am truly sorry for your great loss - And though we did not know Linda, my entire household has been praying for Linda for many months now My God comfort each of you during this difficult time
Phyllis Brown
To family The world has losted an amazing lady but Heaven gained an angel She was the best nurse I ever had the honor to work with She was loved by patiens She had had a passion for caring for those she cared for and people She loved her family and GOD I will miss her This world need's more people just like her. Praying for peace ans comfort for all of you Edna Brown
Edna Brown
My heart is so heavy for the lost of my friend and fellow nurse. I will keep you all in my prayers and heart as I remember all the good tmes I had working with Linda over a fory year span...God bless all of you...Scales
Geraldine Scales
A fine and dedicated nurse. We will miss her. She was wonderful to work with. I know her family is sad, but she is in no more pain and receiving her angel wings.
Mary Barrett
To the whole wonderful Pruitt Family, May God bless each one of the family. I know how much Linda has always loved her family. I pray that God will just give you comfort at this time. I know each one of you are hurting now. Try to remember the good times. I loved Linda myself, and will always remember the wonderful smile she always had when we would meet, no matter where we were. She was so special! May God give you peace and comfort.
Muriel Bryant Caldwell
To the Pruitt family...This entire community has experienced a great loss.Linda was such a good person with a loving,kind heart.She taught me many things in our 23 years together at the hospital.I'll never forget her sweet smile and her calm voice.God has truly called an angel home.My prayers and thoughts go out to you.
Alice McBride
To the family, Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to each of you. May you take comfort in God's love and may he give you strength throughout the days ahead. We're praying for you.
Talmadge & Gail Priddy
Tommy, Praying for you and your family in your time of loss. Knowing that GOD always knows best.
Joan & Nathaniel Spain
To the Pruitt family, My prayers are with you all. I have worked with Linda for many years and she was a wonderful nurse and a great friend. I will truly miss her constantly smiling face. God has gained another angel. She is walking on streets of gold now. And her suffering is over.
Carolyn Torango
I Attended Morehead High with Linda. I remember her as a very sweet, somewhat shy, cordial individual. I knew Frances Cobb who worked at Morehead for years and she always spoke well of Linda and admired her as a person and a nurse. Linda was truly a good person and the world is a better place because Linda always spread kindness and compassion to all she met.
Ann Long Atwater
Linda and I were school friends from 1st grade until 12th grade after which I lost contact with her until a few years ago. She always had a smile on her face and was always very happy. My prayers and sympathy are with her family. She is with God now!!
Reba Lumpkins Enriquez
What a very nice young lady I remember Linda being. It was a number of years ago, the last time I saw her, but my early memories of her were of a very caring, and kind person. Much empathy and prayers for the family of Linda Pruitt. Steve Holmes
Steve Holmes
Mrs. Pruitt, David, Maurice, Ginger, Tommy, I am so sorry to learn that Linda has passed away. For the past couple of days, my mind has been full of memories of walking to school, Draper Junior High, together. As a fellow RN, I was always aware of her passion for nursing. She loved nursing. If any of my family members had to be in the hospital, I always knew Linda would be nearby and that I would see her when I got there. She will be remembered as a wonderful friend, nurse, and person. All of your family will be in my thoughts and prayer as you go through this diffuclt time. Mike and Beth Parker Hunnicutt
Beth Parker, Hunnicutt
On behalf of Paula Hampton and the Staff, our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paula Hampton State Farm
To the family of Linda, Linda was a very special lady. I loved working with her at Morehead Hospital. I learned so much about being a nurse from her. She always had a smile on her face and was loved by everyone at Morehead. God bless each one of you.
Betty Howell
I am so very sorry for your loss of Linda. I worked with her at the hospital and I always enjoyed seeing her face appear when the elevator doors opened! She was wonderful to work with and so easy to get along with. I know she will be missed greatly by her family and friends. I will be praying for you all that you will somehow feel God's peace and comfort during this time.
Hagan Pace
I didn't know Linda well, but I know several members of the family. Blessings to all of you.
Sam Gwynn
We will miss Linda. She was a great nurse and we will meet again. Our prayers for the family continue during your time of grief.
Wayne & Sherry Hall
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