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Rick Prentice Obituary

PRENTICE, Rick F. - Age 52, died July 6, 2005 after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Catherine Prentice for 21 years. Loving and devoted father to Jack, Kaitlin, and Jeff. Rick is survived by his parents, William and Rose Marie Prentice of San Jose. He will be dearly missed by his siblings, Rena and her husband Rick, Paula, Melissa, Chris and his wife Michelle, Matt and his wife Cecilia, and Nora. Rick was born in San Jose and graduated from Santa Clara University. He was regional managing director for AON Risk Services for the West Coast Construction Services Group. He was a member of the Board of Regents at Bellarmine College Preparatory. He and his family are long-time residents of Saratoga. Rick had an incredible passion for life. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends. Rick loved sports, travel, duck hunting and Stanford football. He also enjoyed coaching and watching his children's sports. He will be fondly remembered for the joy he brought to our lives. A Mass celebrating Rick's life will be held Monday, July 11th at 10:00am at the Mission Church at Santa Clara University. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Rick's name to Bellarmine College Preparatory, 960 West Hedding St., San Jose, CA, 95126-1215. LIMA FAMILY SANTA CLARA MORTUARY (408) 296-2977

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Jul. 9, 2005.

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Jeri Perry

July 10, 2005

To Ricks' Family,

Rick was my boss back in 2000 when I was the receptionist for AON. I remember his kindness and want to let you know that I hold all of you in my prayers.

Nina and Peter Walker

July 9, 2005

Dear Cathy,

With our sincere sympathy, we hold you and your family in our hearts and in our prayers. Our memories of Rick during those very special growing up years are among the best. We will always remember those wonderful times. xo

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