Funeral services for Anne Marie Pruitt will be held on Thursday, July 13 at 11AM at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church on Harpersville Road in Newport News. Burial will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park.
Services will be preceded by visitation on Wednesday, July 12 from 5 to 7PM at Peninsula Funeral Home on Warwick Boulevard in Newport News.
Anne Marie was a long-time ally of the LGBTQ community. She worked at The Wave nightclub in Norfolk, which her family owns.
“From the bottom of our hearts, the Pruitt Family is endlessly grateful for the support that Anne Marie’s extended Family,
Friends, and our Community have shown during this most tragic time,” the family posted on Facebook.
“Anne Marie’s unbridled zest for life is what made Her the most present, honest and fiercely loving human being that we will ever know.”
“Anne Marie loved you all. She made everyone who came across her path feel welcome. Her inclusive Spirit translated to all facets of her life, and We welcome You to help celebrate our beloved Anne Marie. Her Love and boundless energy will forever be felt by the countless lives she touched.”
Ms. Pruitt, 33, was killed Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a road in Isle of Wight.
