Charles "Chuck" Pryor

Charles "Chuck" Pryor, 64, was born June 2, 1959, in Liberty, Missouri, to Charles "Bud" and Marie Pryor. He passed away the morning of April 29, 2024, in his home surrounded by family. Chuck lived a life characterized by love, faith, compassion, and selflessness. As a loving husband, he shared countless cherished moments with Louella, building a bond that served as an inspiration to many. Together, they exemplified the true meaning of partnership, weathering life's joys and challenges hand in hand. As a father and grandpa, Chuck leaves behind a legacy of warmth and wisdom. He was the beacon of guidance and support to his children and grandchildren, instilling in them the values of kindness, faith, integrity, and resilience. In our community, Chuck was a stalwart advocate for service and compassion. He dedicated his life to serving others. His commitment to making our town a better place was unparalleled, and his impact will be felt for generations to come. Chuck served our town and our state in various platforms, from his church, the Family Worship Center, to his many government and local roles. Some of his proud works and services include: working at Akin Hardware during his high school years, Owner of Pryor’s Outdoor Power Equipment, Board member of the Missouri Board of Probation Parole, Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Matt Blunt, Legislative Director and Liaison to Matt Blunt, State Representative, Missouri House of Representatives, Mayor of Versailles, and two-time Alderman of Versailles. He served on the board of Versailles Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of Versailles Apple Festival, Lions Club, Capital Region Medical Center Board of Governors, President of Lake West Economic Development, President of Versailles Community Betterment where he will remain honorary president for the organization’s existence, and the Honor of the “Unsung Hero “award from the Versailles Police Department for his unwavering service to community. After his retirement he enjoyed working for Dick Hutchison at Hutchison Auction Service. He spent his time not only with his friend Dick but grandson Ryley “working”, while the family thinks he was really looking for more items to add to the collection in his shop (Man Cave). While his accolades are many his most prestigious was his role to his family and to the Lord, a good and faithful servant. Chuck loved his Kansas City Chiefs and was fortunate enough to see them win all four of their Super Bowls; three on television and one in Miami, Florida with his boys. That trip was one of his greatest memories and the boys will cherish them forever. Chuck will remain in the hearts of all who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife, Louella Pryor; his sons, Dustin R., Ryan E. (wife, Ashley and children, Ryley and Ella), Devon T. (children, Ellie and Mayzie), Donnie Knotts (children Rainna, Zadyn, Hazley, and Charlie); his sisters, Deborah L. Pryor of Sun City, Arizona and Diane R. Pryor (Mead-Jones) her husband Aaron Jones of Osage Beach, Missouri; mother-in-law Frances Jump; sisters-in-law, Bertha Potter of Buffalo, Missouri and Tonya Vaught and her husband R.W. of Yellville, Arkansas; “like a son” Kris McNeal, “like his brother” Dick Hutchison, and his many nieces and nephews. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Charles F. and Marie (Crouch) Pryor; grandparents Ted R. and Ruby S. Pryor, Edwin Y. and Mary Naomi Crouch; niece Stephanie Tucker and nephew Curtis Potter. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 3rd, at the Family Worship Center in Versailles. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. with Pastors Danny Owsley and Jim Randall officiating. Graveside services and interment will follow in the Versailles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Family Worship Center or Hospice Compassus of Osage Beach. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.

Charles "Chuck" Pryor

June 2, 1959 - April 29, 2024

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June 2, 1959 - April 29, 2024

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