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Obituary For Emmett K. Pritchett
Mr. Emmett K. Pritchett, 76, of Columbus, GA passed Monday, January 22, 2024 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. EST, Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at New Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Columbus, GA with Rev. David Dawson, officiating. Public viewing will be 12-5 p.m.EST on Tuesday, January, 30, 2024.
Mr. Emmett Kelsey Pritchett Sr. was born August 3, 1947 in Columbus, Georgia to the late Aurthur Pritchett and Mary Johnson. Emmett accepted Christ in 1988 and joined New Mount Zion Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Jesse Gary. He was ordained as Deacon and served as Chairman of the Deacon Ministry for 20 years.
He was preceded in death by both parents Aurthur Pritchett and Mary Johnson, his sister Flossie Vaughn and brother Willie Johnson. Emmett attended Carver High School in Columbus,Georgia, where he was a rising star on the Carver High basketball team, before being drafted into the United States Army. Emmett served in the Vietnam War and received the Combat InfantryMan Badge, National Defense Service Medal,Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal,Vietnam Service Medal, W/3 Bronze Service Star,Marksman (Rifle M-16), Sharp Shooter (Rifle M-D14) and 1st Capital Class Gunner(M-60 MG).
Emmett worked at Bibb Mill in Columbus, Georgia for 20 years. During those 20 years, he assumed a Leadership role as a Supervisor. He later retired from Columbus Ledger-Enquirer in Columbus, Georgia where he was a Machine Press Operator. During his employment with the Columbus Ledger Inquirer, Emmett received recognition for being Employee of the Month.
He is Survived by his devoted and loving wife of 40 years , Betty Pritchett of Columbus, Georgia, five daughters Bridget Adams, Sheena McCoy (Chris), Pamela Sears (Sam), Trina Sanks, Latisha Kendrick (Jerome), Three sons Emmett Kelsey Pritchett Jr., Jeremy Alexander, Marcus Alexander, one brother Eddie Pritchett, two sisters Shirley Cooper, Brenda Pritchett Sanford (Michael), three sister-in-laws Bertha White, Dora Richardson, Julia Johnson, four brother-in-laws Johnny Alexander(Josephine), Eddie Alexander(Carmen),Willie Alexander(Mary), and Richard Alexander(Barbara) and host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
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Yolanda D Cobb sent Beautiful Dreams for Emmett K. Pritchett - January 29, 2024
Thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences for The Pritchett Family. From The Cobb Family.
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Praying for comfort and peace for you and your family during this difficult time.
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Franko German sent Cherished Friend Bouquet for Emmett K. Pritchett - January 23, 2024
Our hearts go out to you after this sudden loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Love Roberta, Tammy, Rebecca, and Danielle.
Love you praying for healing Betreatha
Praying for the family..May God be with you in your time of need....Wayne & Tee Bender..
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Wishing you as much peace as possible during this difficult time; Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. Love Demond, Wanda and Kory McCoy
To my brother's wife, children and my brother Eddie, Emmett was a Giant of a man. I will miss and long for our holiday talks. Growing up as a child I was so proud to be his sister. He will be forever missed. God Bless and Love, Brenda Pritchett Sanford
Our sincere condolences are sent to you Auntie.With 💕 from the Cochran Family.
My condolences to you and your family may God give you strength during this difficult time. Love Chasity Hollis Barnes
I offer my condolences 💐 to the family of Emmitt. May God strengthen you all during this time and the time to come. Love you TMAJackson
The world will miss such an incredible person. Words can't express how great of a person you were. I know me and Devin, David and Breanna will miss you so much. Love Danielle
Praying for strength and comfort during this difficult time...Kaneshia Browder
I am so sorry to hear of this unexpected loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. A lifetime together is never enough. I am thinking of both of you with so much love. Love Roberta Pruitt and family.
My absolute deepest condolences goes out to the entire family. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. My prayers are with you all. Love Tina Browder-Carter❤️
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