Prudames began as regional manager for Jay R. Smith in 1984. He was promoted in 1989 to national sales manager, and then to his current position a few years later.

He is survived by wife Wallene; children Tracey Prudames Horne and husband Blake; Charles N. Prudames, Jr. and wife Ashley; and a granddaughter. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the American Cancer Society.