Frank Joseph Pruss, 71, of Princeton, formerly of Maryland & Washington D.C., died Thursday, August 17, 2023, at his home. Born November 29, 1951, at Albert Lea, MN, he was the son of the late Frank J. Pruss and Joyce Simpson Pruss. Frank was an IT Systems Engineer at HP, Compaq and Digital Equipment Corporation for 30+ years before retiring.  While not engaged in technical pursuits, he enjoyed gardening, stargazing and time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by a stepson, Nicholas Raphael Falco III. Survivors included his wife of 27 years, Patricia Yasmine Simons Pruss; Stepdaughter, Adriana Marie Falco both of Princeton; Siblings, Jean O'Malley of Portland OR and Marion Pruss of Omaha NE. The family has honored his wishes, he has been cremated.  Online condolences may be shared with the family via www.memorialfd.com . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his memory to cure PSP at PSP.org. The Pruss family is being served by the Memorial Funeral Directory and Cremation Center on the Athens Road in Princeton.