Billy Ray Pruitt, 84, was born on December 13, 1936, in Rodessa, LA, and passed away on January 12, 2021, in Holden, LA. He was a Korean War veteran with the United States Air Force and spent more than 50 years with the Pipefitters and Steamfitters local union #198. Billy is survived by his son, Ronald Pruitt; grandson, Travis Pruitt; and nephew, Richard Knighten. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jo Pruitt. There will be a graveside service on Tuesday, January 19, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens at 11 am.