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David Prala Obituary

PRALA David L. David L. Prala, age 51, of Toledo, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2006, following a courageous battle with cancer. Dave was born on November 23, 1954, in Toledo to Virgil and Janis Prala. A graduate of St. Johns High School in 1972 and the University of Toledo in 1976. He began his career with AMC Theatres where he spent 14 years and then spent 16 years with Kinko's and FedEx Kinko's as branch manager of the Reynolds Road Store. David was an avid golfer and loved NASCAR, Dartball, Dolly and Joe's, his Corvettes, but most of all, his family and friends. Dave is survived by his wife Melanie; brothers, Jeff (Laurie) and Tom (Cathy); stepchildren, Jessica and Jason Kaufman. Services will be private but a celebration of David's life will be held on Sunday, November 26, 2006, where family and friends are invited to join together at Heatherdowns Country Club from 3 to 6 p.m. The family request contributions in Dave's memory be to Hospice of Northwest Ohio or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Walter Funeral Home. www.walterfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Blade on Nov. 21, 2006.

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LURCH & DEBBIE

November 24, 2006

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Greg Lodge

November 22, 2006

To the Prala family,
Dave and I were good friends in high school. We shared many exploits together, which often involved seriously unsuccessful attempts to act older than we were. Like Mark, I remember the pride that Dave took in his Cougar and his hope of some day owning his own "Vette." I remember his patience and friendship in trying to teach me the finer points of golf and of caddying, despite a clear lack of talent or ability on my part for either endeavor. Dave was always upbeat and open for the next adventure, but also a guy who was very fond of his brothers and parents and -- unlike many of us at that age -- not afraid to express that sentiment to his social peers.
Although Dave and I have lost touch over the years, I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. My sympathy and thoughts are with you; my memories of Dave will always be good ones.

Bethany Hand

November 22, 2006

Melanie, Jeff and Tom
It was my privilaged to know and work with Dave for over 10 years. He will be missed. I hope that you all find peace and comfort that is needed at this time and look forward to the day when you can be reunited through the Lord.
Love and prayers to you all
Bethany (and Crystal)

Mark Pietrykowski

November 21, 2006

To
Dave's family
I met Dave at St. Johns. In fact we were locker partners for a couple
of years. I remember Dave's first car, a cougar, and his desire to own
a corvette. We had many good and memorable times at SJ dances and
sporting events. When my son moved to San Diego two years ago, I
shipped quite a few packages through Fed-Ex and saw Dave on numerous occasions. We had some good discussions about the past and present. My deepest sympathy to all.

Lynne Sherman

November 21, 2006

Dear Prala brothers,
So sad to hear of your brother's passing. I didn't know Dave, but he sounds like a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys, may the memories you have with Dave make you smile and give you strength.
May God bless you all with His peace. Take good care.

Cyndi Gallagher

November 21, 2006

To The Family of Dave,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time.
The Infusion Center Staff

Marguerite Hansen

November 21, 2006

David was a super wonderful person. David was my classmate all through grade school at Our Lady of Perpetual Help and was always attracted to not only his extremely good looks, but a heart of gold to match. May he rest in peace and deepest sympathy goes out to his family. He will always be admired for his kindness, as well.

Thomas Prala

November 21, 2006

To not only a person I was proud to call and be a Brother to, but a best friend throughout my entire life. I will miss him terribly.

Larry & Connie Hudson

November 21, 2006

Dear Melanie,
We are so very sorry for your loss. May the love and sympathy of your friends and family bring you comfort and hope at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Fondly,
Connie & Larry

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