Mrs. Rosa Bell Pryor

RIDGEVILLE, SC - In profound sorrow we announce the passing of Mrs. Rosa Bell Pryor, 90 of Ridgeville, SC, who entered into eternal rest on Wednesday evening, March 9, 2016. She is the beloved wife of Mr. West Pryor.

The family will be receiving friends at 105 Pryor Road, Ridgeville, SC 29472

"To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven"

Ecclesiastes 3:1

A Time to be Born: Rosa Bell "Thomas" Pryor was born March 20, 1925 to the late Freddie and Mamie Thomas in Ridgeville, South Carolina.

A Time to Die: On Wednesday, March 9, 2016 Rosa Bell departed this earthly life.

A Time to Learn: She was educated in the Dorchester County Public School System.

A Time to Marry: On March 3, 1949, Rosa Bell was united in holy matrimony to her loyal and true soul mate Mr. West Pryor. This marriage was blessed to be united for 67 years.

A Time to Work: Rosa Bell was a very dedicated and faithful Avon representative for 40 plus years. She was known as the "Avon Lady." Her passion in salesmanship did not just involve Avon. Rosa Bell along with her husband owned and operated the local community store affectional known as "The Shop".

A Time to Serve: Rosa Bell was a member of the Good Samaritan Lodge #27 for many years.

A Time to Worship: Rosa Bell was baptized at an early age and accepted Jesus as her savior. She joined Oak Grove United Methodist Church, Ridgeville, SC. She sang on the choir and was a member of the Women's Society. She was a faithful communion steward.

A Time to Love: She leaves to cherish her fond memories: a devoted and loving husband Mr. West Pryor, Ridgeville, SC; One son whom preceded her in death Mr. West Gerald Pryor, Step-daughter Ms. Mattie Lee Felder, Ridgeville, SC. Sisters-in-law Ms. Catherine Nix, Ridgeville, SC; Ms. Ethel Ellis, Summerville, SC; Ms. Madge Rumph, Ms. Florence Lary, both of Ridgeville, SC; Ms. Herlene Pryor, Jacksonville, FL; and Ms. Eartha Pryor, Ridgeville, SC. Brother -in law Mr. Walter Pryor, Ridgeville, SC. A special niece Mrs. Linda Bowman, Ridgeville, SC. and a host of step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.