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Richard Prescott Obituary
Richard H. Prescott
Jan. 24, 1934 - Feb. 26, 2022
LAKE LUZERNE – Richard H. Prescott, 88, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 26, 2022 after a long illness, surrounded at home by his family.
Dick was born on January 24, 1934 in Corinth to Kenneth and Ima (Ogden) Prescott.
He graduated from Corinth Central School in 1954, where he grew up.
Dick was employed by Gill and Towers Dairy for 15 years and then by Hadley/Luzerne Central School until his retirement in 1995.
He married the love of his life, Betty M. Smith on September 20, 1958 at the Glens Falls Wesleyan Church. The couple resided in Lake Luzerne where they raised their four children.
Dick was a member of the Hadley-Luzerne Wesleyan Church for several years.
He loved the outdoors and was an avid camper, hunter, fisherman, snowmobiler and ATV rider. Dick especially loved spending time with his family.
Dick was predeceased by his parents, Kenneth and Ima (Ogden) Prescott and his brother, Kenneth B. Prescott.
Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Betty (Smith) Prescott; three sons: Richard H., Jr. (Kimmy) of NC, Jeffrey T. (Lorraine) of Lake Luzerne and Kenneth C. (Amanda) of Hadley; his daughter, Marion E. Allan (Roger) of Hadley; eight grandchildren: Kathy (Pete) Hendrix, Stephanie (James) Bouher and Richard H. Prescott III all of NC, Justin Prescott of Lake Luzerne, and Jonathan Allan, Michael Allan, Elizabeth Allan and Kendra Prescott all of Hadley; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Celebration of Dick's Life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 5, 2022, at the Densmore Funeral Home,, Inc., 7 Sherman Ave., Corinth, with Pastor Richard Osborne officiating.
Friends may call from noon to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 5, 2022 at the funeral home prior to the service.
A private burial will be held in the spring.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Prescott
Linda Mitchell
March 3, 2022
May God bless you richly in memories and having family around you. It was a blessing to visit with you and share with each other. One day there will be a grand reunion. Love you tons.
Anita Ranado
March 1, 2022
Betty and the Prescott Family...My deepest condolences at the loss of your husband/father/grandfather/great-grandfather. Am thinking of all of you and remembering you in my prayers
Dianne Johnston
March 1, 2022
It was an honor and a privilege to care for Richard. He will be missed. Love to Betty and his family.
Barbara Allen
March 1, 2022
Thoughts & prayers to Betty & family. Rest in peace Dick. GOD BLESS ALL Love Barbara
Connie Wood
March 1, 2022
Betty & family- So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. My heart & prayers go out to you all. He was such a warm & friendly person. The two of you made such a great couple. Keep the memories close & he will always be with you. Take care & God Bless. Connie & Family
Ellen Marcantonio "Toad"
March 1, 2022
Dear Betty and family I was sadden to read of Dicks passing.
I have so many fond memories of my time at Luzerne and my special friendships which include you and your family.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Stephanie Bouher
March 1, 2022
Grandpa Prescott,
I know your in heaven now and no longer in pain, with family. You will be missed by so many. I'll always keep you in my heart. I have so many great memories together. Especially when we lived up there near you when I was a child. From camping in the summer together, to you taking us boat riding and also when i went to school up there i always got to see MY grandpa at the school because he worked there. And also the all time favorite....Grandpa, can we watch slides together? The list goes on for wonderful memories together. Your a wonderful man. One of the best. You will forever be missed. I love you Grandpa..Until we meet again, In heaven. RIP Grandpa.
Love your Granddaughter,
Stephanie Aka Weaser
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