Jeffery "Tucker Man" Allen Pritt

Jeffery “Tucker Man” Allen Pritt, 66, of Covington, died Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Roanoke.

He was born July 19, 1959, in Alleghany County, a son of the late George and Claudine Martin Pritt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth “Teny” Stuple and Kathy Carroll.

An avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, Jeff was a former tree climber for many companies around the region. He was a member of Covington Moose Lodge #610.

Survivors include his daughter, Jennifer (Steven Hale) Pritt; a granddaughter, Kaylee Sparks, all of Bluefield, WV; two brothers, Ricky (Bertha) Pritt and Eddie Pritt, all of Covington; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In keeping with his wishes, his body will be cremated.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arritt Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Friends wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.