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Mrs. Gloria Devon Rivers Pruitt, 67, of Mocksville, died Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 at Davie Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on Nov. 29, 1956 in Davie County to the late Charlie Ray and Everine Carson Rivers.

Gloria dedicated her life to nurturing young minds, working as a Teacher’s Assistant with Davie County Schools for 25 years until her retirement at the end of the 2023 school year. She touched the lives of countless students with her warmth and care, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the community.

Mrs. Pruitt had a love for crafts, and in her spare time, she found joy in crocheting, knitting, and soap-making. In her later years, she especially enjoyed tending to her chickens, finding comfort in their presence and the simple beauty of life on her land. She was known for her gentle spirit, creativity, and devotion to her family and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: her brother, Harold Rivers; and a sister, Vickie Rivers.

Survivors include: her husband, Richard Pruitt of the home; a son, David Pruitt of Durham; 2 daughters, Candace Pruitt Heckstall (Terrick) of Denver, Colo., and Amanda Pruitt of Denver; her cherished sister, Sarah Rivers of Winston-Salem; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 11 at Lambert Funeral Chapel with Mr. Julian Gaither officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Cemetery. The family invites friends to visit with them at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to charity of donor’s choice.

Gloria will be remembered for her loving heart, dedication to her family, and the light she brought to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those she touched.

Online condolences: www.lambertfuneralhomenc.com.