She was born in Sioux Falls, SD, March 23, 1923 the daughter of Leon Franklin and Lulubelle (Andes) Varns. She married James H. Pryor in St. Louis, MO January 2, 1942 and he preceded her in death, March 29, 2013. She was also preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Ethel Keck, a brother, Thomas Varns and a grandson, Timothy Pryor.
Irene was a faithful wife, loving mother and devoted caretaker to her parents and her in-laws. She loved her family and found great joy spending time with them and especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a women of great faith and a member of Springfield First Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Growing up in the depression, Irene learned quickly the ways and means to run the house and care for her family. She was an outstanding cook with many specialties and family recipes that became her signature dishes. She became so well known for her talents in the kitchen that she was requested to teach others at a cooking school sponsored by her church. Irene found pleasure in this endeavor and was honored to share with others. She was an accomplished vegetable gardener. She loved to tend to the garden and when it was time to harvest, she would then spend hours canning in her kitchen. Irene was an early recycler. She would find uses for old newspapers, paper grocery bags, plastic bread wrappers and even milk cartons. These virtues and many others will be treasured in her family’s minds for many years to come.
She is survived by her children: Judy L (Kirby) Laughlin of Casper, WY, Jay L (Lerona) Pryor of Waterloo, IL, Lee F. “Frank” (Patricia R. LaPorte-Pryor) Pryor and Dennis W. (Mary) Pryor both of Springfield. She has five grandchildren: Tiffany (Mike) Morgan of New Castle, CO, Jami Pryor of Litchfield, IL, Justin (Maggie) Pryor of Beatrice, NE, Nicole Pryor-Cumby of Springfield, and James Pryor of San Antonio, TX. There are five great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Honoring her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded by the Bisch Crematory. Inurnment for her and Jim will be in Camp Butler National Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may direct memorial contributions in her name to Warrior NOW. A Veteran’s organization Irene’s granddaughter Tiffany serves with.
Please visit the online “Life Remembered Story” at www.bischandsonfuneralhome.com where tributes and condolences may be shared with the family.
Arrangements are in the care of Bisch and Son Funeral Home. 217-544-5424
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