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SALISBURY - James Paul (Jami) Pregler, 38, of Salisbury, died Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, in Yadkinville.
Born Jan. 17, 1970, in Dubuque, Iowa, he was the son of Walter Pregler and Nancy Hilbert Pregler of Dubuque, Iowa. Educated in Dubuque, schools, he was a graduate of N.C. State University. He served in the U.S. Army, during Desert Storm.
He was an avid skydiver, but a horrible golfer. He was employed as an engineer with National Starch.
Survivors include his wife, Donna Heidemeyer Pregler, whom he married Dec. 21, 1996; and daughters Shelby Pregler and Miranda Pregler of the home. He is also survived by his six brothers, John Pregler, Steven Pregler, Michael Pregler, Thomas Pregler and David Pregler, all of Dubuque, Iowa, and Robert Pregler of Hampton, Va.
Service: A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 in Lyerly Funeral Home's James C. Lyerly Chapel, with military honors by the Rowan County Honor Guard. The Rev. Jason Murphy will officiate. Mr. Pregler will be cremated.
Lyerly Funeral Home is serving the Pregler family. Online condolences may be made at www.lyerlyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for James Pregler
(Jeff) Tammy Benson
September 28, 2008
Donna- how sorry I am for you and your girls, you will be in ours prayers! I only just recently met your husband/dad, while you were home to visit in Dubuque. Although you stopped briefly to visit us at our home, I truely feel blessed that we had the opportunity to meet! You all have my deepest sympathy! God Bless
Yashira Hernandez,Erica Alvarado 1st jump June 22, 2008. Thank you for a wonderful experience,we will miss you James
Erica Alvarado
September 27, 2008
I met James and the rest of Carolina Sky Diving in June 2008 when my best friend and I jumped for the first time for her B-day. James was my instructor, I jumped tandem with him. James had a way of making you feel relaxed/at ease. They were the best group of guys I have ever met. It was a pleasure meeting you James, you will surely be missed. My condolunces goes out to your family and friends, God Bless you all. Sincerely Erica Alvarado, Morehead City NC
Kayla Griffin
September 26, 2008
James was my bestfriend's dad. Miranda is my bestfriend. my mom worked with Donna a longgggg time ago. So i've kinda known the Pregler's all my life. Miranda never talked until 6th grade. Then we are now sisters. I just want the Pregler's and Friends of the Pregler's that I am truley sorry for your loss. My Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Miranda, Shelby and Donna.
i want you all 3 to know something.
i love you all. you are my family.
and if you EVER need anything call me.
Paula, Brian, Caleb, and Cade Cranfield
September 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you......
Miranda, you are a strong young lady... You can make it thru this hard time, keep your head up and make your daddy proud!!!
Grace Ridge Neighbors Maple Ridge Circle
September 19, 2008
You are in our prayers. May God comfort you in this difficult time.
Kelvin Wilkerson Sr.
September 19, 2008
Donna, Shelby & Miranda I wish there was something that I could say that would help you through this difficutt time, I know that there's not! We were all lucky to have known James. I just wish we could have had more time with him, always remember that you and the girls are part of the Adrenaline Air Sports family, and we will always be there for you. Our love and prayers are with you and your family during this sorrow time. ( K-1 ) & Family
Bill & Jane Morehouse
September 19, 2008
We are so very sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers.
Bill and Jane Morehouse, friend of Walt and next-door neighbor of John and Cheryl.
Melissa Mitchell
September 19, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Faye Tart
September 18, 2008
Donna, Shelby and Miranda,
I am deeply saddened to here about James, to all of you he was a good man, daddy and husband. Donna my thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. Our precious Lord will take care of you all threw this time of sorrow. I love you dearly
Aunt Faye
Allison Lott
September 18, 2008
Donna, Shelby and Miranda:
I grew up down the street from "the Pregler boys". Although I am "a little older" than James- I knew him as one of the seven. He was always a kind and generous young man. I know from your aunts and uncles how proud he was of his two girls. He would brag how well you did in school. Just remember that you will always have a part of him in you and to continue to make him proud. We will never have the answer as to why our loved ones die but I am confident that he is in heaven with his Father and is on the biggest mission he has ever been on. Keep him alive and don't forget that he hears you.
laura salmen
September 18, 2008
Donna, I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Laura Salmen
Laura Braun
September 18, 2008
Donna, Shelby, Miranda & family,
We are all so very sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine the pain you are experiencing but I want you to know that our family is thinking of you and praying for you each day.
With deepest sympathy,
Laura, David, Megan & Mallory Braun
Chasie Beacham
September 18, 2008
Donna, Shelby and Miranda,
There are no words. I pray that God will carry each of you through this difficult time until you are able so stand on your own. I pray that once this day comes, He will continue to guide each of you. James lives in each of you and you must remember this as you try to more forward with your lives.
Miranda, you are an amazing young lady with a wonderful spirit. We love you!
In our prayers,
Ronnie, Chasie, Kayla and Karson
Amber Cooler
September 18, 2008
We are deeply sorry for your loss. We will pray for your family. God Bless you all.
Love Amber, Emma, and Ella
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