James Pryor

James Pryor was born on March 31, 1945 in Grenada, MS to Dave Pryor and Lura B. Ely. He entered into eternal rest on December 19, 2025.

James moved to Connecticut in 1968 where he worked for various employers, one being Fermont, Inc. He retired from Goodwill, Inc. as a Trailor Attendant.

"Wallace" as he known by his family and loved ones, was a movie buff. Westerns were his most favorite. He loved listening to music, with Motown being his go to for a mood lifter.

James was preceded in death by his father, Dave Pryor, mother, Lura B. Ely, sister, Sophie Mae Ely, brothers Eugene, Joseph, and Charles Ely.

He is survived by brother Lonnie (Clara) Ely of Bridgeport, CT, sister Ruby Ely of Stratford, CT, longtime companion, Barbara "Annie" Crawford, special aunt, Linnie B. Shelby, and a host of nephews, nieces, and cousins.