Heather Pruett
1987 – 2025
Leesville, South Carolina

Heather Jessica Pruett was born on September 11, 1987 in Conway, South Carolina to her father Michael Derek Pruett and mother Rebecca Burkett Welch. Throughout her life, Heather shared her passion for selflessly giving through volunteer work supporting military families, service members, and veterans. She tirelessly worked as an advocate for mental health, bringing awareness to the impact of veteran suicide and developed her own non-profit, The 5;8 Project. Beyond volunteering, Heather enjoyed time with her animals, crafting, thrifting, and dedicated much of her energy and creativity to making the VFW Post 6740 a home for many. Heather embodied the qualities of resilience, strength, and generosity during her time here on Earth and her impact, love, and passion for life is felt by many.

She is survived by her boyfriend–Kevin Crapps; her son–Derek Brycen Knowles; her mother–Becky Welch; and her brother–Hunter Welch. She was predeceased by her father–Derek Pruett.