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Jeffrey Davis Pridgen

  • October 15, 1959 - July 1, 2011
  • Virginia Beach, Virginia
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“To Jeff's family, I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew him in younger years but never forgot him. Such a nice guy! In the 3rd grade I played...Read More » ”
1 of 18 | Posted by: Robin Stanley Rogers - houston, TX

“Mr. and Mrs. Pridgen and Jeff's family, I cannot express how much Jeff has meant to me in my life. He was the best friend I ever had. We were...Read More » ”
2 of 18 | Posted by: Bruce C Leibold Jr - Moore, OK

“Daddy, I love you. I miss you more and more each day. You will always hold a special place in my heart and I know you will always be here to guide me...Read More » ”
3 of 18 | Posted by: Taylor Pridgen - Virginia Beach, VA

“I love you, Jeff and will miss your advice on books and movies. Also, how to deal with problems that come up in life. When the phone rings, my...Read More » ”
4 of 18 | Posted by: Jane Pridgen - Jensen Beach, FL

“Jack,Jane,Macey,Taylor,Scott and Susan......... I was shocked to hear the sad news about Jeff. Please know my thoughts, prayers and love are with...Read More » ”
5 of 18 | Posted by: Bobbi Taylor - Brant Rock, MA

“Our first Christmas together Jeff gave me a most precious gift, a scrappy little half/siamese kitten which we named "Blitzen". Jeff took so much...Read More » ”
6 of 18 | Posted by: Ellen Peirce - Friend

“I am so sorry for the loss of the children's father. Know that there are many people out here who are thinking of you at this time. Patty (Mashek...Read More » ”
7 of 18 | Posted by: Patty Williford - Virginia Beach, VA

“Dear Family, We were shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. As an older cousin, my first memory of Jeff was when you all came to visit...Read More » ”
8 of 18 | Posted by: Dan & Lucy Cupp - Norfolk, VA

“Jeff & I worked together for many years at Portfolio magazine. In fact, we did a commercial together for the magazine that I still have and will...Read More » ”
9 of 18 | Posted by: Kyle Humphrey - Studio City, CA

“Mr. and Mrs. Pridgen and Jeffs Children,I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff passing this past Saturday. I first met Jeff when he started...Read More » ”
10 of 18 | Posted by: Elizabeth Thomas

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Our son Wm Ballard was a classmate of Jeff's. He asked that I send his sympathy. ”
11 of 18 | Posted by: Donna & Bob Balard - VA

“Mr. & Mrs Pridgen, Susan and children. My thoughts and prayers are with you. From a close friend from high school and college, I'll always remember...Read More » ”
12 of 18 | Posted by: Don Marchand - Yardley, PA

“Sometimes I think I've known Jeff my whole life and I'm sad that he's gone. He was a good friend with a great smile and a quick laugh who gave...Read More » ”
13 of 18 | Posted by: Janice Rogers - Burke, VA

“My condolences and prayers are with you all. Jeff hired me in at Sears in Morehead City, and became more of a friend than a supervisor. He truly will...Read More » ”
14 of 18 | Posted by: Travis Edwards - Knoxville, TN

“Macie, I was saddened to hear about the loss of your father. May you find the love and support from your family and friends helpful during this...Read More » ”
15 of 18 | Posted by: Sharon Jones - Virginia Beach, VA

“I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. ”
16 of 18 | Posted by: Dee Gilchrist - Virginia Beach, VA

“Jeff was an amazing friend. His laughter and wit was truly a gift. He could make the worst of days so much brighter. He was such a wonderful man. We...Read More » ”
17 of 18 | Posted by: Kristen Garzaro - A dear Friend

“Susan and children, George and I were saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all...Read More » ”
18 of 18 | Posted by: George and Rosemary Flamman - VA


Jeffrey Davis Pridgen, 51, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 1, 2011. Born in Washoe County, Nevada on October 15, 1959, Pridgen was a lifelong resident of Hampton Roads, Virginia, recently residing in Newport, North Carolina. After graduating from Frank W. Cox High School in 1977, Pridgen attended Old Dominion University where he received his B.S. in Business Administration in 1981. He is survived by his three children, Macie, Taylor, and Scott Pridgen; parents, Macey "Jack" and Jane Pridgen; sisters, Linda Kinsella, Cynthia Brookes, and Linda Marie Haynes; brother, David Pridgen; brother-in-law, Tom Kinsella; several loving nieces and nephews; and many other friends and family. Jeff was happiest when he was with his family. He had a passion for sports, rock music, and reading. He was known for his love of the Washington Redskins, second only to the love for his children. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 7, 2011, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home at 1264 N. Great Neck Road in Virginia Beach, VA. Please join us and share your memories of Jeff at his memorial service on Friday, July 8, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home with the Reverend Dr. Jim Young officiating. A graveside service will follow at Princess Anne Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Macie Pridgen for the Jeffrey D. Pridgen Memorial Fund at any Virginia Beach Schools Federal Credit Union location. Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollomon-brown.com.