Jerry R Pruitt

Jerry R Pruitt, age 90 of Cocoa, Fl, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Born on July 11,1935, Jerry lived a full and meaningful life marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and a long-standing professional career.

Jerry entered the U. S. Navy in 1954, spent two years aboard the aircraft carrier, USS Bennington, and was honorably discharged in 1956. He then entered Clemson University and graduated with a BS degree in 1960 and then, while working fulltime, acquired an MBA from Stetson University in 1977.

He achieved success as an Engineering Director for North American Rockwell while participating in the Apollo Moon Program. Previously, at General Dynamics Convair he helped initiate the Atlas ICBM Weapons and Mercury programs. His commitment and work ethic left a lasting impression on colleagues and contributed significantly to the organization’s mission over more than three decades.

He is survived by his caring wife, Myra, and three children, Kevin, Greg, and Marcia. He was preceded in death by his son Randy. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Austin, Lauren, Zachary, Kiley, Travis, Matthew and Dexter. Additionally, he is survived by his brother, Ron.

Outside of his professional life, Jerry was passionate about the success of his college football team, the Clemson Tigers! He found additional joy by taking numerous cruises with his wife Myra, analyzing just about everything, reading every legal document 100% and completing various projects around the home (like building his own swimming pool in the backyard).

Jerry will be deeply missed but forever remembered for the love he gave so freely and the light he brought to those around him!

A visitation will be held at Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home, located at 1360 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, on February 12, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

The funeral service will follow at the same location from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm.

A committal service will take place at Brevard Memorial Park, 320 Spring St, Cocoa, FL, 32927, on February 12, 2026, from 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm.