Betty Drewry Pridgen

Betty Pridgen, 73, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away on September 23, 2022. She was preceded in death by her son, Paul Madison Pridgen; her parents, Matt and Lucille Drewry; and her sister, Brenda Rae Fennell. A graduate of Southampton High School, Betty went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree from Barton College. She retired from Colonial Williamsburg after working for many years as a historical interpreter. An avid reader, Betty also loved animals, drawing, and traveling the world. Betty was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be missed by her husband of 50 years, Kenny Pridgen; her son, Lee Pridgen (Racheal); daughter, Alyson Pridgen (Farris Loutfi); and her grandchildren, Lucas, Emily, and Wyatt Pridgen. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 29 from 11:30 to 1:30 PM at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg. Memorial Contributions in Betty’s honor may be made to Heritage Humane Society, 430 Waller Mill Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23185; Boykins Baptist Church, 32057 Main St., Boykins, VA 23827; Boykins Methodist Church, 32167 S. Main St., Boykins, VA 23827; or the Boykins Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, 18127 N. Railroad Ave., Boykins, VA 23827.