John Henry Pridgen

John H. Pridgen was born on January 26, 1936, in Ivanhoe, North Carolina. He departed this life on Friday, September 4, 2026.

He served in the United States Army from October 12, 1955, to October 14, 1957. After his service, he moved to Brooklyn, NY, where he met and married Evelyn Perry on June 27, 1959. Their 63-year union was blessed with three children.

John survived by his children, Anita Roberts (Charlotte, NC), Malcolm Pridgen (Wallace, NC), and Shendora Pridgen (Brooklyn, NY), and his daughter-in-law, Cynthia Pridgen (Wallace, NC).

John’s legacy continues through his grandchildren, who include Steve Williams (Wallace, NC), Delois Williams (Clinton, NC), Malcolm Pridgen Jr. (State of Washington), Quatina Walker (Darnell) (Wallace, NC), Symone Roberts (Charlotte, NC), Tamia Pridgen (Wallace, NC); and 14 great-grandchildren.

He also leaves behind a loving circle of cousins and close family friends, including Christopher Williams and Michelle Henry. John’s life touched many, and his memory will remain a steady light in the hearts of those who loved him.

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