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Marshall W. Pridgen

September 10, 1929 ~ November 14, 2019

ROCKY MOUNT - Marshall W. Pridgen, age 90, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2019. Born in the Coopers Community on September 10, 1929, he was the son of the late Stephen H. Pridgen and Hazel D. Pridgen. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Mary Virginia Blankenship; brothers William O. Pridgen, Sr. and Delano D. Pridgen; and his granddaughter, Ashley Dawn Pridgen. As a United States Army veteran, Marshall served overseas during the Korean War. Along with his wife, Mary, together they operated side by side Pridgen's Service Center in Enfield off of I-95 for many years before he retired. In addition, Marshall also retired from the North Carolina Department of Transportation after 14 years of dedicated service. Marshall leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 65 years, Mary Frances Baines Pridgen; and sons, Marshall W. "Woody" Pridgen, Jr. and his wife, Kaye, of Rocky Mount, H. Stephen "Steve" Pridgen of McDonough, GA, Julian S. "Scottie" Pridgen of Rocky Mount, Samuel G. "Sammy" Pridgen and his wife, Brigette, of Rocky Mount, and Michael B. "Mike" Pridgen of Sharpsburg. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Brad, Julian, Samuel, Ashley, Justin, Rhiannon, and Miranda; great-grandchildren, Sidney, Laney, Landon, Tanner, Maci, Addison, Callie, Brooklyn, and Easton; several nieces and nephews; and very special friend, Marlowe Spann. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Reuben Batchelor officiating. Interment will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. The family will receive friends and relatives on Monday, November 18, 2019 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Visitation Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Monday 11/18, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The family will receive friends and relatives on Monday, November 18, 2019 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. Service Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Tuesday 11/19, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Ruben Batchelor officiating. Cemetery Rocky Mount Memorial Park 4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Tuesday 11/19, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Interment will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.

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  1. So sorry for the loss of your loved one. He is at peace now with the Lord. Sending prayers for healing. God bless.

  2. Rest in peace papa you are the best papa in the world you taught me so many things in life the dos the donts even the get you in troubles lol you were always more than my papa you are my papa my friend and my second daddy. I’ll always love you papa 3

  3. Praying for peace and comfort for each of you. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Pridgen. He was someone that you liked right from the start. The love he and Mrs Pridgen had for one another was beautiful. They have wonderful children one of who I love very much; Scott Pridgen Cracker Jack I love you and I’m praying for you and your family. Rest in Peace Mr. Pridgen you will always be missed, forever loved and never forgotten.

  4. Praying for peace and comfort for each of you. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Pridgen. He was someone that you liked right from the start. The love he and Mrs Pridgen had for one another was beautiful. They have wonderful children one of who I love very much; Scott Pridgen Cracker Jack I love you and I’m praying for you and your family. Rest in Peace Mr. Pridgen you will always be missed, forever loved and never forgotten.

  5. Steve, Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of your father, Shaun, Mandy and Katie Lake – Hampton, GA

  6. Mary Frances (Sister), just learned of Marshall’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and the entire family. May our Heavenly Father wrap you in His loving arms and hold you tight. Love to you all.


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