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Jeannette Prieto-Dodd Obituary

Jeannette Francine Prieto-Dodd passed away July 7, 2010 in Oceanside, Calif. Her husband, Mark and their daughters, Francesca, Isabella, Sabrena and Giavonna, were at her bedside. Jeannette was born in Palm Springs, Calif. on November 6, 1966 to Dora and Frank Prieto. She was a member of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and served for nine consecutive years on Tribal Council. She was a leader with a "never quit" attitude. Her goal was to provide a strong foundation for the tribe's future generations. Tribal leaders called her a tireless advocate for the Agua Caliente, working behind the scenes to help support and guide sustained growth for the tribal government and the positive development of her people. Prior to her service on the council, Jeannette served for five years on the board of the Agua Caliente Development Authority, helping to expand the tribe's developments, including the resort facilities at the Spa Resort Casino in Palm Springs, the Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage, and two golf courses in Palm Springs. She also was a devoted guardian of the tribe's Indian Canyons. She served for eight years as an advocate for children as the secretary/treasurer and vice-chairperson for the Agua Caliente Child Development Committee. In addition, she served as chairperson of the Agua Caliente Housing Committee, as well as vice-chairperson for the scholarship commission. Jeannette's lasting legacy is her knowledge, courage, wisdom, and love that will continue to live strong through those of us that knew and loved her. In addition to her husband and daughters, Jeanette is survived by her brothers, Michael Prieto, Damon, Prieto, Philip Prieto, and Dana Prieto; her sister, Diana Richards; as well as many nieces and nephews. Her brother, Brian Prieto, preceded her in death. Viewing and Rosary will be held at Wiefels & Son Funeral Home, 690 South Vella Avenue, Palm Springs, CA on Friday July 16, 2010 at 7:00 PM. Her burial ceremony will follow Saturday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Palm Springs at 9:00 AM.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Jul. 15 to Jul. 20, 2010.

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Lisa Marie Cross

August 2, 2010

My sincere condolences to the Prieto-Dodd families.
I had not seen Jeanette since one of the Tribal gift giving venues sometime ago. I'm shocked and saddened for your loss. Jeannette grew into quite the woman of many accomplishments in her short time here; proud to be sure. Her spirit will live on within her family and the community she gave so much to. Peace be to the hearts of those greatly suffering from her absence.

GAYLE TURNER

July 28, 2010

MAY THE BRIGHT LIGHT OF JEANNETTE BURN FOREVER YOU ARE ALL IN MY PARAYERS

Theresa Rivas

July 27, 2010

To the Prieto family I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your daughter Jeannette. My family sends there condolence's to you. May the hands of our Lord be on you at this time, peace be with you. Our love is also with you. From the Patrick and Shirley Rivas Family

Jamie Neal

July 27, 2010

To the entire family~I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. ~Rest in Peace Jeanette~
Jamie Neal

Tami White

July 23, 2010

To family friends and loved ones. I was shocked and saddened by the news of Jeannette's passing. No words can express, just sending blessings and comfort your way. Jeannette's great smile and laugh I will remember dearly.

Sincerely, Tami White

Robert & Lisa Delgado

July 23, 2010

We were stunned and deeply saddened to learn about about the loss of Jeannette to her very dear family, friends and community. Lisa and I immediately started sharing so many memories of Jeanette like when Lisa and her worked together at LCT and when they were roommates. The way Jeannette would endure Brian and my exploits with her usual wry comments. I traveled with Jeannette on a high school organized trip to Europe and enjoyed her friendship and sisterly wisdom. It was absolutely no surprise to anyone who knew Jeannette her demeanor and natural leadership qualities would take her to the prominent positions she would hold in the furtherment of her community. Our prayers, thoughts and support go out to all of you in this most distressing time. Our lives were touched and enriched by her.

Sheila Taylor

July 20, 2010

My sincerest condolences to the family! Jeannette will always be happily remembered for her knowledge, compassion, strength and witty comments!

Terri Lackey McMichael

July 20, 2010

I went to school with all the Prietos, I was born in Palm Springs.
I am so saddened. She was too young, but is with the Angels now.
My condolences to the entire Prieto family.

Mervyn Kirshner

July 18, 2010

My sincere condolences to the family! To my friend Dana be Tough and the leader that you are!!

Stella Prieto-Salazar

July 18, 2010

Boy and family, With all my love from your cousin Stella. I have all of you in my prayers.

Marina Salazar-Gutierrez

July 18, 2010

Uncle Boy, our hearts go out to you and the family. Our many prayers are with you. With much love. Marina Salazar-Gutierrez and family (Boise, Idaho)

July 18, 2010

Dear Mark and Prieto-Dodd Family,

We are so sad to learn about Jeanette's passing. Our prayers are with you at this time.

Sincerely, Don, Madonna, Jessica, and Donielle Gerrell

Cathy Smith Davis

July 18, 2010

There one day and gone the next…

Time waits for no one;
From beginning to end
no quicker
than a breeze blowing through the canyon
on a hot summer day
wishing that time had stopped
and waited for you to catch up
to it’s departure.

My prayers for all. My condolences to family.

Mary Messreni-Brhel

July 18, 2010

Frank, with heartfelt sadness I extend my condolences to you and your entire "beautiful" family. Jeannette's strength, love and hard work ethic for the betterment of family, tribe, community at large will always be remembered.

Gary Anderson

July 17, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of Jeanette. I worked with her several years at Gadabout Tours and she was a smart, and strong woman. God bless her children.
Gary Anderson/Anderson Travel

Carmel & Shirley VanHorn

July 17, 2010

Frank and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Carmel & Shirley VanHorn

Thomas Kanard

July 17, 2010

To the Prieto-Dodd family--Mike, I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. You and your family will be in my prayers during this time of your sorrow. Please, if I can be of any help, let me know. Miss you at work. Your friend,
Thomas Kanard

Mercedes Lopez

July 17, 2010

Always is sad to say goodby to a loved one, but knowing that The Lord wanted His Angel be with Him helps to accept His will, Jeannette was that Angel and for ever she will be in my heart and prayers.
Dear Prieto-Dodd families, may The Lord give you the strengh, peace,courage and resignation to accept His will.
My heartfelt simpathies along with my love and prayers to all of you.

Dick Taylor

July 17, 2010

Jeannette was inspiring in her commitment to the Tribe and its legacy. I had the opportunity to interact with her on many occasions and she was always focused, sincere and very smart. Her passing is a great loss, not only for her family and the Tribe, but, for the entire Valley. I send my deepest sympathy.

Anne Green

July 16, 2010

Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

Cynthia Brown

July 16, 2010

To the Prieto-Dodd family -- I only know of Jeanette to be the most generous and kind woman. I pray for your family's peace in this difficult time.

Eternal Rest Grant unto Jeanette O Lord, and may Your Perpetual Light shine upon her. May she rest in Peace. Amen.

Cynthia Marquez Brown
Staff Member at Tribal Government.

PATRICIA BUTLER-RUIZ

July 16, 2010

FRANK, SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,I HOPE FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL HELP U THROUGH THIS. YOUR IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

TOM & STEPHANIE RIGG-RUIZ

July 16, 2010

FRANK,MARK & FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. WE HOPE FRIENDS AND FAMILY WILL HELP U THROUGH THIS TIME. GOD BLESS U.

July 16, 2010

To the Dodd and Prieto families I send my love and prayers. Jeannette was a special student at Katherine Finchy (my 100 yard dash champ) and Raymond Cree(drill team and pe)many memories of laughter and crying. Jeannette and my daughter,Kay,worked together at Las Cas and developed a wonderful friendship.
Jet, your legacy will be here forever and your memory always in my heart.

Victoria Churchill-Kilgore

David Pappas

July 16, 2010

Jeannette was a special lady and I hold lots of fond memories of our time together at Las Casuelas Terraza. I knew then that she would be a powerful woman and she proved my suspicions right. It was great knowing her and I miss her and know she will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her.

Cindy Prude

July 16, 2010

Frank, Mark & Family my deepest condolences to you all. I'm deeply sadden for the lose of Jeannette, know that your in my heart & prayers.
Love to the family,

Aliya Garcia

July 15, 2010

Gia,
I am so sorry about your Mom. I love you. :(
Love Aliya your best friend

Traci (Berglund) Lloyd

July 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls Mark, I am very sorry for your loss.

Melody Fregozo

July 15, 2010

QUEEN JPD..... You will always and forever be someone very special to me and my family. I always admired you and looked up to you for being such a great, positive, powerful woman and overall a great leader. My Heart goes out to Mark, Fransesca, isabella, Sabrena, Giavonna and the entire prieto family. My Thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. Jeannette i will miss the way you brightened the day at TAP with your loud cheery personality. I always knew when you were in the building because of the smell of your perfume, it was such a distinct smell i could just follow it through the halls and i knew exactly where to find you! That is just one of many little things that i remember and i will miss about you, you were larger then life Jeannette. We love you and may you rest in peace!

Albert Estrada

July 15, 2010

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.


Albert & Claudia Estrada

July 15, 2010

For several years I served with Jeannette on the Agua Caliente Redevelopment Authority Board. I found her to be a delightful young woman.

My thoughts and prayers are with you today. A lovely young woman will be missed by many.

Jim Bronkema

Urbina Family

July 15, 2010

To the Prieto-Dodd Family:

We are sorry for your loss. May God be with you and heal your sorrow. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you during this difficult time. Her many achievements and happiness live on throughout her Family, Saint Theresa School, her Tribe and everyone who had the privilege to know her. My heart goes out to Mark and the girls, she will always hold a piece in you FOREVER. I pray for the peace, tranquilty, courage and strength to keep you all going through this tough time.

Jeannette, so now you are called to take your place up in the sky as a beautiful radiant star, for all to see and continue to remember. For your legacy is already written here on earth. may god bless your loved ones in this time of need.

The Urbina Family
Jhonatan, Doris, Adriana and Jhonatan Jr

Lucy Duran

July 15, 2010

Our condolences to the Prieto & Dodd Family may she rest in peace.

Kimberly Chryss

July 15, 2010

May the Lord bring your family comfort and peace during this very difficult time. Francesca we love you. Kim, Alyssa, and Andrew Chryss

Ashley Lombardi

July 15, 2010

Queen JPD, you were a shining star and a role model for many young women in this community, including myself. You were a whirl wind of knowledge, power, and determination. You will never be forgotten. Your family will be in my prayers.

July 15, 2010

Frank, Mark and family....God be with you all during this time. If there is anything we can do, let us know.
John, Joe Santucci and family

Krause Family

July 15, 2010

Mark, Girls and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We were so blessed to know Jeanette. She provided so many fun memories for my daughter by including her in fun events and we admired her continuous generosity with St. Theresa School. She was always a humble giving patron on behalf of your family and in memory of her own Mom.
All of your beautiful daughters shine like Jeanette and will continue to be little reminders (to all of us) of their sweet Mom. xoxoxox Love to you and yours! Kimberly, Mark, Morgan, Clayton and Kayleen

Sarah valdivia~Whitted

July 15, 2010

Queen JPD...You truly were an Amazing Lady and I will Miss you very much. My Prayers go out to your family at this difficult time..GOD BLESS...Love, Sarah Valdivia~Whitted

July 15, 2010

To my uncle Frank,Mark,Girls and the entire family my prayers are with you always! Love Yvette and the Ortega Family

Honaker Family

July 15, 2010

Condolences and prayers from the Honaker family.

Yvonne Cabrera

July 15, 2010

Our prayers are with you and your family. The Cabrera Family

Annette Wahl

July 15, 2010

"Im so sorry for your loss our prayers go out to your family..Francesca girl just want you to know that I love you hang in there. " Annette Wahl and family

The Booth Family

July 15, 2010

The Prieto-Dodd family will be forever in our prayers.

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