Kenneth “Ken” David Pruett, 81, of Rock Hill, SC passed away on October 5, 2025.
Ken was born on April 1, 1944 in Cleveland County to Lyndon and Isabelle Pruett. He grew up in Casar, NC, where he graduated from Burns High School of Polkville. He was a longstanding member of Epworth United Methodist Church. He was also a member of The Masonic Lodge #385 and The Shriner’s Hejaz Temple. He had a love for classic cars, NASCAR, and music.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Elaine “EJ” Pruett; sons, Kent Pruett and Keith Pruett (Catherine); grandson, Hayden; his sister, Catherine Price (Buddy) and brother, Neal Pruett (Brenda); sister-in-law, Wende Jamison; and special friends, Terry Jordan and Donnie Allen. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services for Mr. Pruett will be held at later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his memory to The Shriner’s Hospital in Greenville, SC and Riverview Hospice and Palliative Care in Rock Hill, SC.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I met the Pruett family years ago when my sister, Jayne and husband, Brien, bought a house next door on Briarcliff Rd. I have many nice memories of playing men's church league softball with Ken, Kent, and Keith. I always called Ken Pop on the softball field, mainly to get a crazy comment from Ken! With EJ always in the stands cheering us all! Ken was a great friend and I am glad to have known him. Blessings to EJ, Kent, Keith, family, and friends. We know we will see and be with Ken again. Lyle G. Huffstetler
We meet Ken @ 30 years ago when he was on the road and developed a quick friendship . We had many jokes and good times with him and not only did Ken show love for Cathy and I, but also our children as they grew up . He was a bright light that will be missed .
Thinking of you. Will miss him, remember all the good times at Grandpa and Grandma's
Ken was a very special person. Ken and my dad, Troy, had a friendship that expanded over 50 years+. Their love of piddling around with old cars and trucks, made their bond like no other. He will be truly missed. Sending big hugs and lots of love to the family. Amy Roach
My thoughts and prayers are with you EJ, Kent and Keith. Ken was such a hoot with all his joking and smiles that lit up a room. He was always so energetic and in a good mood when he was around people and his cars. Always eager to share his cars and stories with everyone. He will be greatly missed. May God hold u in his palm and strengthen u as the days will come to pass.
What a fine dedicated family man. Ken was a brother in Christ and will be greatly missed. With much love and deep respect you touched so many lives. Rev. Mike /Cathy Catoe
Dear Kent and Family, My sincerest condolences for you now in your time of loss keeping you and your family in my prayers. Your friend, Trish.
Ken was a great friend of mine. We both love cars and playing music. We even deer hunted together sometimes. He will be greatly missed
Ken was a great friend of mine. We both love cars and playing music. We even deer hunted together sometimes. He will be greatly missed
Pop's will be mssed by so many people.I am thankful to have known him.He treated me like one of his own and I thought of him as my dad. The Pruett family are very close and truly take care of their own.Kent,Keith,Catherine and EJ worked around he clock to take care of Ken.Keep this family in your prayers.