Leona M. Pryor, née Hydron, age 87, of Granite City, Illinois, passed away on May 1, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri surrounded by her family. Born on August 8, 1938, Leona was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Her life was marked by the quiet joys she found in simple pleasures, including bowling, poker, fishing, and browsing yard sales, activities that brought warmth and laughter to her days.

Leona was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Claude Pryor, with whom she shared a lifetime of memories and companionship. In accordance with her wishes, she will be laid to rest alongside Claude at Sunset Hill Memorial Estates, a peaceful place fitting for their eternal rest. No formal services will be held.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Maybelle Hydron, who shaped her early years; her beloved children Gary, Karen, and Tammy; her brother Dutch and sister Linda, who shared in her life's journey; and her great-great grandchild Adrian.

Leona’s surviving family includes her devoted children Bobby Pryor and his significant other Tammy, Dennis Pryor, Kevin Pryor, and Tracy Ackerman with her spouse David. Her legacy continues through her many grandchildren—Brittany, Emily, Jamie, Ryan, Delaynie, Sarrah, Katelyn, Allie, Heather (Bruce), Misty, Justin (Jenny), Tory, Ashley and Cara—each carrying forward her spirit and values. She also leaves behind a large family of great-grandchildren: Alec, Heaven, Olivia, Aiden, Addylynn, Rylan, Trenton, Bentley, Chloe, Jayden, Aaliyah, Parker, David, Aly, Zoi, Hayden, Cane, Dayvin, and Abria, as well as a great-great grandchild named Amera. Her sister Paulette remains a loving part of her family circle.

Leona M. Pryor’s life was a testament to the enduring bonds of family, love, and the simple pleasures that enrich our days. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, remembered for her warmth, her quiet strength, and the joy she found in everyday moments with those she loved.

The family is being served by Sunset Hill Funeral Home, 50 Fountain Drive, Glen Carbon, Illinois  62034.