Joel C. Pruden

Ewing — Joel Christopher Pruden, 62, of Ewing, died Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023 at his home in Ewing surrounded by his loved ones.

A memorial visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 at the Full Gospel Church in Ewing with a 6:30 p.m. prayer service.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at the church in Ewing. Pastors Mark Hoffman and Mike Durre will officiate.

Memorials may be made to Cure Search for Children's Cancer (curesearch.org) in Joel's name.

Levander Funeral Home in Elgin is in charge of the arrangements.

Joel, son of John Lee and Barbara Ann (Mutchler) Pruden, was born on March 25, 1961, at the Methodist Hospital in Omaha. He was baptized at the Ewing Methodist Church. Joel attended Ewing Public School and graduated with the class of 1980. 

Following graduation, Joel attended Northeast Technical College in Norfolk, receiving education as a utility lineman along with farm and ranch management. In 1982, Joel moved to Loveland, CO and worked for TCI cable company in Boulder, CO and Steamboat Springs, CO.  

On June 2, 1990, Joel married Marvi Louise Thomas in Loveland, CO. Joel worked installing satellite dishes and at Monfort Portions as a purchasing agent assistant. 

Joel took a break from the work force and with friends built a home in Lyons, CO for the couple. 

In 2004, the couple moved off the mountain to Longmont, CO. Joel began a career in audio, visual and lighting in different capacities such as hotels, multimedia companies and a contractor. Soon after, Joel formed Xtra Productions and became self-employed.  

In 2006, the couple were blessed with their son Brandon. The family moved to Nebraska in March of 2008 and lived in O'Neill. 

In November 2011, the family moved to Ewing. Joel continued operating Xtra Productions, installing sound systems in the area, including churches, schools and businesses. He also did lighting and audio production for many concerts, plays, weddings and other area productions. You always could count on Brandon being by Joel's side at any job site and learning the trade. They formed a strong bond and got to know each other very well these last two years. 

Joel was a member of the Ewing Methodist Presbyterian Church USA in Ewing. He enjoyed 4-wheeling (would take rides with his son), racing, music, spending time with friends, being the DJ or stand up comedian at a party and skiing. But most importantly Joel was a family man. He will be remembered for his “dad” jokes, stories and memories he created with his family and friends. 

Joel is survived by his wife Marvi Pruden of Ewing; one son Brandon Pruden of Ewing; faithful companions Snickers, Tater, Bing and Chicken Little; five siblings Bill Coffin, Paul (Pam) Coffin, Wesley Coffin, Jon Contrell and Tony McCarthy; two half-siblings Chris Coffin and Tracee (Coffin) Dashner; one cousin James Burtwistle and his children Samantha and Charlie; three brothers-in-law Russell (Debbie) Thomas, Mark (Stacie) Thomas and Keith (Carol) Nance; along with many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Barb Pruden and in-laws Gene and Linda Thomas. 

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.levanderfu neralhome.com.