Obituary of Francine Hazel Pryor, 89
Francine Hazel Pryor.
Francine Hazel Pryor
May 15, 1936 – Aug. 10, 2025
– Francine Hazel Pryor passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 89. Francine was born on May 15, 1936, in Bellflower, California to Thomas and Nadine Van Eck. She spent her early years growing up on a dairy farm before moving with her family to Atascadero, California in the eighth grade. Francine graduated from Templeton High School and went on to dedicate over 39 years of service as a loan officer at Bank of America in Atascadero.
In 1955 Francine married her high school sweetheart Nealer Pryor. Together they raised two children, Jackie Bobsin and Bronc Pryor. Francine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and always the biggest fan at the countless rodeos and roping events where her family competed.
Francine lived a full joyful life. She loved bowling, playing golf and cards, attending church and watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren in their various activities. In her later years she shared many adventures and picnics with her cherished companion of 10 years, Harry Russell, who lovingly cared for her in her final years.
Francine is survived by her daughter, Jackie Bobsin and David, her son Bronc Pryor, grandsons Brandon Bobsin (Jordan), Bryan Bobsin (Alanna), granddaughter Brittany Taylor (Zach) and seven great grandchildren, Emma, Maggie, Grace, Tallyn, Hudson, Harper and Bristol. She is also survived by her sister, Dede Vance, her companion, Harry Russell, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Nealer Pryor, parents, Thomas Van Eck and Nadine Cross, her stepfather Alvin and her brother Thomas Van Eck.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, September 12 at 1:30 PM at the Atascadero Lake Pavilion. Please join us in remembering Francine and enjoy some of her favorite sweet treats.
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