John Guy Pryor, aged 77, passed away on March 29, 2025, in Payson, Utah. John was the son of James Stanley and Mina Pryor and was born October 17, 1947, in Ridgecrest, California. He lived in California most of his life and spent time in Coos Bay, Oregon, where he met his wife, Jeanette Adamson. They
were married for 13 years and had 2 children together.
In 1968, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served during the Vietnam War. John worked as a submarine nuclear propulsion plant operator in the Navy. He was honorably discharged after eight years of service. After he was discharged, he worked in nuclear-related positions for many years in California. John also volunteered as an ambulance driver and with the fire department.
John took flying lessons in Hawaii to become a pilot. He coached Little League and was a manager. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and square dancing.
John is survived by his son James Pryor of American Canyon, California; grandchildren, Marrissa Wallace, John Wallace and Laura Pimpentel; great-grandchildren, Joce and Bella; and niece Cyndle Bosch. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Jeanna Pryor, and his long-time partner Mardella Hardesty.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park located at 17111 South Camp Williams Road in Bluffdale, Utah. Visitation will be on Tuesday morning April 15th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Utah.
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