Patricia "Patty" Tomlin Pryor, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, surrounded by family and friends-just as she had wished. She was 78.
Born on February 22, 1947, in Richmond, Virginia, Patty was the beloved daughter of the late Fannie Flippin Tomlin and Richard Daniel Tomlin. She was also preceded in death by her husband's parents, Alan H. Pryor Sr. and Lillian Brill Pryor; her sister-in-law, Wilma Pryor Whitehill; her brother-in-law, Harvey Johnson; her niece, Wendy Pryor; and her Nephew, Michael Tomlin.
Patty is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Alan H. Pryor Jr., whom she adored and doted on daily. She leaves behind two children: Alan Hayden Pryor III, whose fiancé is Kelly McGuire, and his children, Christopher Pryor and Annberlyn Pryor, along with his former wife, Amy Pryor; and her daughter Jennifer Pryor Pace and her husband Chris Pace. Their children Ashton Pace and Aidan Pace. Patty was a proud and devoted grandmother and a joyful great-grandmother to Ashton's children, Alistair Pace and Bradley Marshburn-Pace.
She is also survived by her siblings: Richard "Dickie" Tomlin and his wife Holley; Carol Tomlin Johnson; and John Walker Tomlin and his wife Diane. On her husband's side, she is survived by his brother, Dennis Archer Pryor and his wife Cindy Payne Pryor. Patty also leaves behind many cherished nieces and nephews who were touched by her love and generosity.
Patty was the heart of her family and community. Known for her warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit, she had a gift for making everyone feel welcome. Her home was always open, and she loved nothing more than gathering friends and family around the table. A talented cook, a thoughtful gift-giver, and an exceptional caregiver, Patty gave of herself fully to those she loved.
After attending business school following high school, Patty began her professional career at the Ethel Corporation, and later joined her husband in the insurance industry. Beyond her work, she was an active and cherished member of her community, regularly hosting events and fostering strong connections. She especially enjoyed playing cards and was a formidable bridge player.
Patty was kind, happy, loving, and deeply caring. Her presence brightened every room, and her absence leaves a hole in many hearts. She will be missed beyond measure by all who had the privilege to know her.
A memorial service to celebrate Patty's life will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 10 a.m., at the Historic St. John's Episcopal Church, located at 2401 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23223. A reception will follow immediately in the parish hall.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Patty's memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, a cause close to her heart.
Ray Edwards
Patricia "Patty" Tomlin Pryor
February 22, 1947 - June 25, 2025
Patricia "Patty" Tomlin Pryor, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, surrounded by family and friends-just as she had wished. She was 78.
Born on February 22, 1947, in Richmond, Virginia, Patty was the beloved daughter of the late Fannie Flippin Tomlin and Richard Daniel Tomlin. She was also preceded in death by her husband's parents, Alan H. Pryor Sr. and Lillian Brill Pryor; her sister-in-law, Wilma Pryor Whitehill; her brother-in-law, Harvey Johnson; her niece, Wendy Pryor; and her Nephew, Michael Tomlin.
Patty is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Alan H. Pryor Jr., whom she adored and doted on daily. She leaves behind two children: Alan Hayden Pryor III, whose fiancé is Kelly McGuire, and his children, Christopher Pryor and Annberlyn Pryor, along with his former wife, Amy Pryor; and her daughter Jennifer Pryor Pace and her husband Chris Pace. Their children Ashton Pace and Aidan Pace. Patty was a proud and devoted grandmother and a joyful great-grandmother to Ashton's children, Alistair Pace and Bradley Marshburn-Pace.
She is also survived by her siblings: Richard "Dickie" Tomlin and his wife Holley; Carol Tomlin Johnson; and John Walker Tomlin and his wife Diane. On her husband's side, she is survived by his brother, Dennis Archer Pryor and his wife Cindy Payne Pryor. Patty also leaves behind many cherished nieces and nephews who were touched by her love and generosity.
Patty was the heart of her family and community. Known for her warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit, she had a gift for making everyone feel welcome. Her home was always open, and she loved nothing more than gathering friends and family around the table. A talented cook, a thoughtful gift-giver, and an exceptional caregiver, Patty gave of herself fully to those she loved.
After attending business school following high school, Patty began her professional career at the Ethel Corporation, and later joined her husband in the insurance industry. Beyond her work, she was an active and cherished member of her community, regularly hosting events and fostering strong connections. She especially enjoyed playing cards and was a formidable bridge player.
Patty was kind, happy, loving, and deeply caring. Her presence brightened every room, and her absence leaves a hole in many hearts. She will be missed beyond measure by all who had the privilege to know her.
A memorial service to celebrate Patty's life will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 10 a.m., at the Historic St. John's Episcopal Church, located at 2401 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23223. A reception will follow immediately in the parish hall.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Patty's memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, a cause close to her heart.