James Pretzer obituary, 1939-2023, Carmel, CA

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James Pretzer

1939 - 2023

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Lisa

July 26, 2025

Still today you are thought of Kindly , you were a Great Man , Thank You

Beverly Joy Calomino

March 30, 2025

He delivered my daughter at Mather Air Force Base, in Rancho Cordova, CA. I was just 18 and he saved my premature daughter Michelle. After many years I had a 24 yr job at the Monterey county courthouse, and needed an OBGYN. Dr Pretzer again became my Dr. At 18 he was the best looking man I'd ever seen. He remembered me when he delivered my daughter all those years later. My daughter Michelle lived in Monterey and she went on to see him as her Dr. I had an appointment at his office in Monterey one day, and I was not aware but his office was set up for Candid Camera, and everything looked suspicious in his office but I didn't take the prank and had to sit somewhere else. May he rest in peace.

Lisa

December 18, 2024

He was a Great Caring Man , Will always be thought of Kindly ...

Just a friend

July 27, 2024

Still think of you often

Desiree Hobson

February 11, 2024

So sorry to hear the loss of my FAVORITE doctor, James Pretzer. When I lived in Monterey he delivered all four of my sons. He was a wonderful man with not only a beautiful bedside manner, but also, his smile and booming laughter. My condolences to his entire family.

Brenda Hedden

September 12, 2023

Dr. Pretzer was a great doctor and delivered my daughter. Ironically, it was the same morning his partner“s wife was also delivering, so he went back and forth between our rooms checking on us. He took care of me with my second pregnancy until we moved back to Michigan. I referred many friends to him and felt confident in his abilities. I wish his family well.

Lucy Ann Higuera

August 8, 2023

So sorry to hear about Dr Pretzer. He was a wonderful man as well as doctor. He delivered all three of my sons. Much sympathy love and prayers.

Nadia Aramkul

August 5, 2023

My condolences to the family. We were blessed that Dr.Pretzer delivered our baby daughter. Thank you for your caring, dedication and many years of service!

Brian & Cyndi Broggie

August 5, 2023

Our apologies for missing his memorial.

He was kindly tolerant of us after we moved in next door, being quite a bit noisier than my Mom. He would often call for us to "keep an eye on the place" while he went on one of his many trips, fishing and otherwise.

We will truly miss his warm smile and occasional "driveway meets" to catch up.

Our condolences to all the Pretzer family.

Conni and Ron Ross

August 5, 2023

I worked with Jim for several years. He also delivered our son, Kip. He was an exceptional man and he holds a special place in our hearts. We were very lucky to have known him.

Charles Gruwell

August 4, 2023

My sincere condolences to your family at the passing of your Dad... He was a wonderful man, and will be missed!

Lisa

August 1, 2023

Most wonderful and caring doctor , you were always there for me , continue on doing great things , Thank You Lisa

Syl Chacon-Prado, RN

August 1, 2023

May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories, as you celebrate a life well lived.
He was a wonderful employer, teacher & mentor. I will forever be grateful for his kindness and support. Blessings to he and his family, always.

Grove of 100 Memorial Trees

Sylvia Chacon-Prado, RN

Planted Trees

Mike Adamo

August 1, 2023

Jim Pretzer was one of my favorite people of all time. I looked forward to our conversations every duck season. I will forever miss looking across the compound and seeing him relaxing on his front deck enjoying a cigar with a successful strap of ducks hanging on the post next to him. Jim was a sweetheart of a man. I will miss him dearly.

Margery Peterson

August 1, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Jim was a joy to work with as well as an extremely competent physician.

Legacy Remembers

Posted event

August 1, 2023

Aug

4

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m.

The Church in the Forest

CA

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