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1939 - 2023
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.
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
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August 1, 2023
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Legacy Remembers
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August 1, 2023
James Pretzer Obituary
James "Jim" Pretzer, 83, passed away at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, where he delivered countless babies into the world, surrounded by family on Friday. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Jill Barber Pretzer (Carmel... Read James Pretzer's Obituary
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