Here is Kolbe's obituary Our beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend, Kolbe Russell Prust, 24, of Cool, died unexpectedly on January 22, 2021. Kolbe was born May 15, 1996, to Ken and Katie Prust of Cool. Kolbe was homeschooled most of his life and graduated from Horizon Charter School in 2015. He attended St Joseph's and St Teresa's while growing up and enjoyed his time with our family priest friend Fr. Glenn Dare and our Deacon Mark Ruiz. Growing up, Kolbe loved to play basketball and baseball, and he spent much of his time working on the ranch with his beloved brothers and dad. Kolbe had a life-long dream of joining the military. Most recently, Kolbe loved lifting weights and working out where he was joined by his sister Sophia and youngest brother Levi. He also played pickup basketball, rode his motorcycle, and had started bull riding. Most of all, Kolbe enjoyed hanging out with his family. He liked his time working with his buddies from Echo Valley Feed Supply in Auburn. Kolbe had a special bond with his nieces and nephew and loved them dearly. He was known for dropping by unannounced on family and friends, just to visit. What a gift it was for those lucky enough to be on Kolbe's rounds. Kolbe gave it his all, he was earnest, hopeful and loving. He had a great smile that would light up your day! Kolbe is treasured and missed immensely. He is survived by his mother and father, Ken and Katie Prust, and his brothers and sister: Brian Slade(Victoria) Kenny J( Kiana), Kyler(Alyssa), Sophia, and Levi Prust, his nieces and nephew: Scarlett, Ariana, Juliette, and Lucca. He is also survived by his great grandma Bettie Triol, grandparents: Chick and Ginny Huckins, Ken Prust Sr, Karen and Doug Mangino, many aunts, uncles, and 49 cousins especially Johnny and Bobby Huckins. They were the 3 amigos! Kolbe was preceded in death by his Aunt Kim Darby, Aunt Kelly Kawashima and his Uncle Joe Huckins. When you think of Kolbe, please celebrate the good memories you have of him. Remember that life on earth is fragile. His family asks that you check in on your loved ones and reach out for support if you need it. National Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255
There will be a viewing and Rosary at Lassila Funeral Home on Hwy 49 on Friday, February 5, from 4 to 8 PM with the Rosary being said at 5 PM. The funeral Mass will take place at Saint Teresa's Catholic Church on Atwood Road on Saturday, February 6 at 11 AM. There will be a potluck reception at the Prust home after the funeral Mass. Their home is located at 3401 Cherry Acres Road, Cool, California.