Robert Lee Pryor

Robert Lee Pryor, of Festus, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on November 11, 1944, in De Soto, Missouri, to the late Louis Marion Pryor and Mary Elizabeth (Dennis) Pryor. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and two of his children, Christopher and Jennifer. He is survived by his devoted wife, Rita (McCosh) Pryor; his children, Cindy (Jerry) Paul and Dan (Traci Ponticello) Pryor; his stepchildren, Kimberly (Krodinger) Brown, Amy (Ray) Choate, and Lawrence (Laura) Krodinger; and his beloved grandchildren, Gage Pryor, Kaelyb Pryor, Josh Govero, and Isaac Pryor. He is also survived by his siblings, Roger (Mary Ann) Pryor, Ronald Pryor, Roy (Carol) Pryor, and Linda (David) Burch. A proud retiree of Chrysler, Robert was a lifelong enthusiast of motorsports and model race cars. He had a deep passion for dirt track motorcycle racing and spent countless hours building electric model race cars. He was also an avid football fan and loved nothing more than enjoying the game surrounded by his family. Robert had a vibrant spirit and a heart for service. He was actively involved in ministry at First Church of God in De Soto, where he served in many roles—from driving the church bus to camp, to teaching, helping at barbecues, and playing on the church volleyball team. For the past 10 years, he faithfully served at Good News Community Church, where he built many lasting friendships and continued his mission of kindness and community support. A celebration of Robert’s life will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Good News Community Church, located at 2793 US-61, Festus, MO 63028. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 12:00 p.m. Family and friends are invited to share memories, photos, and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com, and follow service updates at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to Good News Community Church. Contributions can be made online at https://www.gnccmo.org/donate or given in person at the church. For those wishing to send floral tributes, deliveries may be made to the church on Wednesday, April 23, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., or on Thursday morning, April 24, between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

Robert Lee Pryor

November 11, 1944 - March 17, 2025