Robert Michael Pruitt

1948 - 2016

Robert Michael Pruitt obituary, 1948-2016, Crawfordville, FL

BORN

1948

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home Riggins Road

1737 Riggins Road

Tallahassee, Florida

Robert Pruitt Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 15, 2016.

Robert Michael (Mike) Pruitt, 67, of St. Marks, Florida, passed away March 14, 2016. He was born in Shelbyville, TN, on October 14, 1948. Mike graduated from Gainesville High School and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Florida State University. He was married to Glenda G. Pruitt on January 10, 1981. Mike was the President of Pruitt Humphress Powers and Munroe Marketing and Communications Inc. since 1972. In addition he served as the Director of Marketing at Duperon Corporation located in Saginaw, Michigan. He was a gifted artist and creative soul. He used these talents both in his work and in his contributions to the community of St. Marks. He was a former Commodore of the St. Marks Yacht Club, recently the Chairman of the St. Marks Stone Crab Festival Committee and a Member of Waterfronts Florida Partnership. He had a passion for historic St. Marks and sailing.

Mike was preceded in death by his father Howard Pruitt. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Glenda; his mother, Ellen Pruitt; his great aunt and uncle, Jean and Dan Stiltz; his daughters, Casey Pruitt (Fred) and Liza Myers (Jeremy); his step-children, Jimmy Carr (Susan), Tammy Bollhoefer (Marc), Stacie Buda (Rob); ten grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home at 700 Timberlane Road. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Friday, March 18, 2016 at the same location with interment following at St. Marks City Cemetery in St. Marks, Fl. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Leon County Humane Society, 413 Timberline Road, Tallahassee, Florida, 32312 or a charity of your choice.

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March 31, 2016

Jed Pratt

Was saddened to hear the news today, from a WWEMA colleague. I had the privilege of working with and knowing Mike and Glenda since the old Davis/EMU days, including Linatex, Wilo and WWEMA. He was a great guy to have on the team at every juncture, co-write with, put shows on with, because he upgraded whatever you brought to the table. He had great instincts and any collaboration was truly positive synergy. More importantly, he was a great human being; you were working with a trusted friend. I will miss him; the Wastewater Industry will miss him. May God's Peace be with the family he cherished.

March 23, 2016

Vincent Ho

We are saddened to hear of the great loss and sorrow to Duperon Corporation and Mike's family on his passing
Please accept our deepest sympathy during this difficult time of grief.

March 23, 2016

Jim Taylor

I had the great pleasure of working with Mike and his staff during my tenure at Niagara-Lockport/ Weavexx. Mike was the consummate professional and possessed a great sense of humor. My condolences to Glenda and all of Mike's family.

March 21, 2016

Betty Ann Korzenny

Felipe and I were so saddened to learn of Mike's passing. He was a delightful person and we held him in great respect. I had the pleasure of working with him on the St. Marks Yacht Club Board. I enjoyed his sensible and professional input and his sense of humor.
We send our deepest sympathy to Glenda and Ellen as well as all the family.
Our warm regards to you in this difficult time.
Betty Ann & Felipe

March 21, 2016

Mike was our wonderful friend of 35 yrs.
He will always be in our hearts. We had many fun times and laughs. We love him and all the family.
John and Carolyn, Alabama

March 21, 2016

Vanessa Leiby

Mike was a kind, engaging, and generous leader at WWEMA. He always had a smile on his face and an encouraging word for those around him. He was a true leader in our industry and will be greatly missed! Vanessa Leiby

March 21, 2016

Tammy Bernier

My father, Terry, my husband David and I and the whole Duperon Corporation team is deeply saddened by Mike's passing. He was a great and treasured colleague, friend, coworker, leader and family to us. Mike was a talented artist, leader, business man and visionary. We send our heartfelt condolences to our friends at PHPM, to Glenda, Ellen and their families...and to all who loved Mike. We truly loved and appreciated that man.

March 20, 2016

Mike Norton

Rest in peace!

March 18, 2016

Kathy Geddings

I'm so sorry for your loss. Mike hired me 15 years ago and though I wasn't there much over a year, it was a great experience. He was so brilliant & creatively gifted. I'll always remember how his gentle spirit was evident when he would fondly lead his boxer to lie in its bed at the office and tuck it in with one of his
t-shirts with such sweetness. Praying for comfort & peace for his family & those who loved him.

March 18, 2016

Bob IntVeldt

Mike was a long time friend and Best Man at my wedding. Wonderful and generous man with a great heart.
So many friends and family at the service today.

March 18, 2016

My deepest sympathies to Mikes family, we worked together on many issues with our industry association WWEMA and had many very good times there. Dan Durda Aeration Industries

March 18, 2016

Peter Mamatey

Mike was an advertising mentor to me for 20 years. A good friend and one of the smartest guys Ive known. With Duperon he was able to totally immerse himself doing what he truly loved. He laughed when I complained of my full plate of 3 or 4 items. Mike's plate always had 100 items. Not only was his plate fuller than the rest of ours, but more importantly, it was way bigger than the the rest of ours.

March 18, 2016

Linda Budzinski - WWEMA

I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike was a true leader in our organization and will be missed terribly.

March 18, 2016

Carl Boyd

Ms. Glenda, I am so sorry for you loss, you and the family are in our prayers.

March 17, 2016

Connie Bone

Glenda and family I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there with you. I love all of you so much. Connie Bone

March 17, 2016

Stacie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.

Mack and Betsy Barfield
Monticello, Fla.

March 17, 2016

Joey Herndon

Ms. Glenda - I don't know what to write. I am very saddened by the news of Mike's passing. Frances, Nick and I are praying for you, Tammy and the rest of your family. Mike was a good man, and I consider myself lucky to have known him. Please know that if you need anything give us a call. The Herndon's

March 17, 2016

Connie Bone

Glenda I am so sorry for your loss. I remember by booth at The Decatur Mall and you coming by and staying a couple of hours with me, telling me of this wonderful guy you had met. You were so excited that you had another date. I love you and I know this will be hard, but you will get thru it.

March 17, 2016

Glenda and Tammy, My heart hurts for you both as well as the entire family....Just wanted you to know you are in my prayers!

March 17, 2016

Catyl Sherman-Gonzalez

Casey, You & your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad, sad time. Sending you much love & more. Caryl & Jose

March 16, 2016

Barbara Ladd

Our deepest sympathy for the whole family. Casey, we are so very sad for you & send you many hugs. You know we are always here for you (of course you know that)! Much love, Jerry & Barbara Ladd

March 16, 2016

Glenda, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Mike......he was a real treasure to your family and a good friend to the County Line!! Love to you and your family!! May God comfort your heart with His Special Touch!!
Alyine and Nancy

March 16, 2016

Thoughts and prayers for all he family from friends of Stiltz in Nashville, TN. Lillard & Nelda Brown

March 16, 2016

Deborah LaVelle

Mike has always been a respected colleague and I am grateful he called me friend. So much to give, so much he gave and he will truly be missed by everyone he touched and those who worked closely with him.

May your family find strenghth in each others love and warmth in the embrace and words of friends.

March 16, 2016

Susan Helling

I was shocked and sad to hear this news. Mike was one of those people who even if you didn't see him you ALWAYS remembered him. I will remember his laugh, his love for Glenda and the dogs. A light has gone out in this world for sure, only to be a very bright star in the heavens. My deepest condolences for Glenda and Mike's entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

March 16, 2016

Hal Watkins

A great man who will be so lovingly remembered and missed! Hal and Frankie Watkins

March 16, 2016

Doc Carr

Much Peace and Many Blessings for Mike's family and friends.

March 16, 2016

Jo Ann Chichetti

We will miss seeing Mike at our club, the St. Marks Yacht Club. He was Commodore when we moved to St. Marks. I worked with him on planning a monthly party and on club workdays. Mike has a wonderful family, with a lovely wife and mother who we love and enjoy. We appreciate all the volunteer hours Mike donated to St. Marks, to make it the fine little village we call home. Mike will be missed by many.

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Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home Riggins Road

1737 Riggins Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308

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18

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home Riggins Road

1737 Riggins Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308

Mar

18

Interment

St. Marks City Cemetery

St. Marks, FL

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1737 Riggins Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308

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