Nathaniel Leroy Pritchett Obituary (1934

Just before the summer of 1934, on June 10th, a little baby boy was born to Lawrence Pritchett and Annie Wright in Virginia. He was their fourth child and he was named Nathaniel Leroy Pritchett. He would later be affectionately called by his middle name "Leroy" and also nicknamed "Boo" - a name his children were never allowed to call him, not even in jest. Along with his siblings, Leroy attended school in Dinwiddie County, VA. Later, he left Virginia and joined the army. During his tenure in the army, Leroy was stationed in Korea at peace time. After the military, Leroy lived in Washington, DC where he met and married Geraldine Beatrice Tucker. They were joined in holy matrimony on October 4, 1961. To this union was born five boys and one girl. Leroy was a provider, protector and spiritual covering for his family. He even drove a taxi cab as a side hustle to ensure his family was provided for. At 28, Leroy accepted the Lord as his Savior and was baptized at Bible Way Temple in Washington, DC. He was later filled with the Holy Spirit through an exhilarating, experience he described as a "mighty rushing wind." Leroy dedicated his life to the Lord and actively worshipped and praised God in all places where praise was offered to God especially on Saturdays at church. He was the modern day "Shouting John." In addition to praising God, his knowledge of the word and his ability to teach the Word with power were his strong suits. In June 1975, after much prayer, Leroy moved his family from Maryland to Blackstone, VA. This move would prove to be one of the best decisions he would make for his family. For Leroy's greatest concern was that his children would be taken by the streets of the DC area. To God be the glory for spiritual insight and his submission to God, as all of his children have accepted Christ as their Savior. In Blackstone, Leroy worked for Sheffield TV and Appliances. And like his brothers, he had his specialty but knew how to fix and/or build a little of everything. He consistently, demonstrated how a man should provide for his family. In addition to being a provider, Leroy also founded The Pentecostal Ten Commandment Assembly of God in Christ in Richmond, VA. He was affectionally called Elder (pronounced "ella") Pritchett. After several years, he retired from both pastoring and work. In March of 2010, tragedy struck the Pritchett home with the sudden death of his wife of 48 years. Her death would shift the Pritchett family dynamic forever. Later, in 2010, Leroy's romantic heart began to vigorously stir and on October 3, 2010, at the "tender" age of 76, he married Ruby Hurt of Victoria, VA. Their connection was real and they truly loved one another. The Hurt family received him as their own. The Bible says he that finds a wife finds a good thing. Ruby was his good thing for 14 years. On March 22, 90 year-old Leroy was taken to the Veteran's Hospital in Richmond, VA where he remained until his transition on March 30, 2025. Another soldier has gone home. Leroy was predeceased by his sister Pearl and his brothers Edward, Floyd, and Earl. He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, Ruby Pritchett; six children, Nathaniel Pritchett (Dareria) of Durham, NC, Reginald Pritchett of Richmond, VA, Jerome Pritchett (LaTonya) of New Oxford, PA, Lonnell Pritchett (Nichole) of Silver Spring, MD, Towanda Pritchett of Woodbridge, VA, and Melvin Pritchett of Richmond, VA; eleven grandchildren, Dominique, Brittany Pritchett Oakes (Keith), Caleb, J. Branden (Raquel), Camren (Kelsey), Micah, Angela, Mikayla, Anthony, Vincent, and Hannah; four great-grandchildren, Maci, Logan, Violet, Nova; three siblings, James Pritchett of Savannah, GA, Curtis Pritchett (Geneva) of Tennessee, Elois Moore of Richmond, VA; eight step-children, Eddie Hurt of Victoria, VA, William Hurt of Victoria, VA, Cecil Hurt (Valerie) of Chesapeake, VA, Michael Hurt (Laura) of South Hill, VA, Virginia (Walter) Lassister of Chesapeake, VA, Patricia Jones (Lawrence) of Blackstone, VA, Linda Hurt of Alexandria, VA, Tony Hurt (Gwen) of Madison, AL; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.