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Julie Presta Obituary
07/15/2025
In Loving memory of Julie Presta, whose age, we will never tell!
Julie - or Miss Presta, as she was known to many - passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She graduated from Mercy High School and the University of San Francisco and spent her career teaching at St. Robert's and Taylor Middle School. Julie had a knack for cultivating lifelong friendships. Throughout her illness, she received a steady stream of cards, texts, and emails from former students - a testament to the lasting impact she had on so many lives.
Julie was much beloved by her many nieces and nephews. Her wonderful sense of humor, her need to tell us all what to do, and her unconditional love and support will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her family extends heartfelt thanks to all who supported her throughout her journey. The outpouring of care, encouragement, and love has been phenomenal and is deeply appreciated.
A memorial will be held at Fiddler's Green Bar & Restaurant in Millbrae on Thursday, July 31 from 11am to 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to your local library or playing a few slot machines in her honor!
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Dermot Downes
Yesterday
Greatest teacher EVER! Rest in peace, Ms. Presta
Dermot Downes
Kathy Gavin
July 31, 2025
She will forever be in my heart.
Arline Noce
July 30, 2025
I have many fond memories of Julie. A wonderful teacher for my son Michael who was fortunate to have her teach his 7th and 8th grade year. A nice teacher and person that will be missed by many. Good memories of fun times on the tennis court playing doubles with Mrs. Firpo.
Julie was a good and fun tennis player! My condolences to the entire Presta family. I wish I could attend the memorial.
Love Arline Noce
Melissa Allen (Muscat)
July 28, 2025
Over the years, I've often been asked who my favorite teacher was. The answer was always easy. Miss Presta. I came to St. Robert's in 6th grade, and it was difficult. When I got to 7th grade, things were still difficult, except for one thing.....Miss Presta. I learned so much from her. Here's just a few things. I can still rattle off "be verbs": is, was, were am, are, be, been, being. If you have the sniffles, blow your damn nose! Why are you sucking it back in??? Just because you don't know something doesn't make you dumb. Miss Presta wasn't mean, and yet she didn't coddle. She always seemed to have the belief that I would "get it". And I did. It was in her class I discovered it's possible that I just might be smart. She would tell me I did a good job on something, without sounding surprised. Her confidence gave me confidence. Little did I know how hard my life was going to become. I am sure that my time in Miss Presta's 7th grade class helped give me the belief in myself so I could get through it all. Miss Presta, you made a profound difference in my life, and I thank you.
Maureen Carey Maleki
July 24, 2025
Miss Presta was my 8th grade teacher at St. Robert's a "few years ago. She was a wonderful teacher and I have many fond memories of her. I am grateful to have been her student. Sorry to say that I can't make her memorial, but since I'll be at work at my local library, I know she would understand and send approval.
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