Paul Pritchett, Jr. Obituary

Paul Eugene Pritchett Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on June 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and laughter.

Born into a large and close knit family, Paul proudly embraced his role as the big brother to three brothers and two sisters. That spirit of protection and responsibility would shape the man he became. At just 14 years old, Paul met the love of his life, Cynthia Michelle Lazaro, whom he affectionately called Mickey. Their young love grew into a powerful bond that endured for 56 years of marriage. Their partnership was full of shared adventures, unwavering support, and endless affection.

In 1969, Paul answered the call to serve his country and was deployed to the Mekong Delta in Vietnam as a member of the United States Navy. His service was marked by courage and commitment.

After his military service, Paul built a career in distribution management, which allowed him to travel extensively across all major cities in the U.S. He often shared those travels with Mickey, turning business into memories they carried together.

Paul was a devoted and hard working father to two sons, raising them with a firm but loving hand. His heart grew larger with the arrival of grandchildren, and later great grandchildren, softening the once strict father into a warm and doting grandfather, known to the children as Poppy. Nothing lit up his face quite like time spent with the little ones. He was never short on hugs, laughter, or stories.

He loved his family’s children deeply, and they were drawn to his humor and warmth. His family and friends will remember his booming laugh, his unwavering strength, and the quiet ways he showed how much he cared.

Paul is reunited with his loving parents Paul and Velma Pritchett and his beloved brother Tony.

He is survived by his cherished wife Michelle; his son Daniel and wife Shannon, son Aron and wife Kiersten; his brothers Leo (Brenda) and Mike (Dale); his sisters Dorothy (Jimmy) and Kitty (Earl); his brother-in-law John; his sister-in-law Karen; his treasured grandchildren Noelle, Daniel, Paige (Marty), Corrine (Trey), Draven, Lena, Logan, and Grace (David); his adored great grandchildren Naomi, Nora, Gladiola, and Victory; and his godchild Stefanie.

He will be missed with love and remembered always.