Ann Pryor Obituary

I cannot believe this news. Total shock. Ann and I were close in college and stayed in touch through FB over the years. She always made sure to reach out to me when C of C was having some kind of function. Both of us are native South Carolinians and she was truly a southern bell. We need so many more of those. God be with you Ann and your husband Greg. So devastating.

I worked with Greg in DC but didn't know Ann at that time. My job transferred me to Charleston where I was able to reconnect with Greg. I had the wonderful privilege of meeting Ann when they invited me to their lovely home for Sunday Brunch. She is the consummate Southern Lady and I'm so honored that I had the opportunity the meet her. My deepest condolences to Greg and all those impacted by the loss of this amazing lady.

I came to know Ann when she was Federal Government Affairs director at the AIA national headquarters in DC, in the early 90s. Her southern charm and genuine warmth toward pretty much everyone she encountered in her work was of real value in advancing the AIA's agenda. That agenda was the betterment of the profession and the benefits that design excellence brings to the world, not only here. She worked with effectively with skill distinction on the effort to bring aesthetic values to DOT, with the staffs of Senators Moynihan and Lautenburg, resulting in significant landscape and historic preservation funding for eligible transportation projects. She had great fun doing her job, and so did all of us who worked with her, both architects and staff. Unforgettable and a truly lovely and much-loved friend.,

I´m heartbroken to hear of Ann´s death. She was a bright light, indeed! She was such a wonderful person, and a fabulous influence on many, especially at The College. We will remember her at our 175th anniversary Convention at this summer. Prayers for all who will miss her until we meet again.

I was heartbroken to read of Ann's passing...whe was an amazing light in this world who gave ever so much to our College of Charleston. I often remarked to her that she was the only only one who could keep me straight when I participated in events there...I was lucky to call her my friend...I am keeping all of her family close to my heart and in my prayers.