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James Patrick Pritchard Jr.

1990 - 2019

James Patrick Pritchard Jr. obituary, 1990-2019, Durango, CO

BORN

1990

DIED

2019

James Pritchard Obituary

James Patrick Pritchard, Jr (JP), 29, passed away May 22, 2019. JP was born on January 10th, 1990 in Medina, NY. JP and his family moved to Durango in 1993 where he grew up, and graduated from Durango High School in 2008. JP's passions included spending time with family and friends, his dogs Zoso and Daisy, playing and listening to music and cooking all types of food. He enjoyed his chosen line of work as a cook and worked at several restaurants in Durango. He is survived by his longtime girlfriend, Sara Root ( Durango); mother, Jenny Howell Pritchard (Durango); father, James P. Pritchard, Sr; step-mother Kim Oliger (Durango); Katie Pritchard (Cincinnati); Laura Pritchard (Denver) ; Michael Moody (Raleigh, NC ); grandparents: Tom and Mary Lou Pritchard ( Surprise, AZ) and Jack and Betty Howell ( Buffalo, NY) as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A celebration of life is being held June 1 at 10434 CR 250. The ceremony will start at 1:30 pm. All are welcome.

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Published by The Durango Herald on May 29, 2019.

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Jac Karu

May 23, 2020

I still miss you JP. Others in the WR community have not forgotten you and your persona. Love you brother. SFB

Patrick Sheils

June 2, 2019

James was one of my closest friends I never got to meet. I would talk to him consistently, almost every single day. He helped me through really tough times and I tried my best to help him and he was one of the best friends I could've asked for. I haven't met anyone more selfless and I don't think I'll ever meet anyone as selfless as he was. The news totally and completely shattered me and left me in complete denial for at least a week. I'm very sorry for you and your family's loss; he was an incredible man, he will always be remembered. Sending condolences thoughts and love.
~ James's friend Patrick

Kaytlen Araujo

June 1, 2019

Wow I can't believe you passed away JP, you were always such a great guy and had a smile on your face. I remember how funny you were and how much your friends cared about you. Rest easy man, until we meet again.

Lisa Smith

May 31, 2019

So very sorry for your loss, Jenny. May your son's memory be for a blessing.

Love you man

Chris Jac Karusoe

May 30, 2019

I miss you my friend- I can still hear you breaking in on comms with your typical greeting, Holla Holla Holla!.... and your eventual goodbye, Love you All, as you signed off. You always had your teammates backs; giving your last bot to support anyone on the map. I look forward to squadding with you again someday... save me a place brother, and we'll go kill some reds together. Love you man, Sir Francis Beacon, (Jac)

Jim G

May 29, 2019

Not a day has gone by that I haven't thought about you. You welcomed everyone you met with open arms and your cheery disposition could brighten anyone's day. Although you may have left us prematurely you've given back to this world more than you know. You taught many of us that family extends far beyond those of blood relation. Rest easy my friend. -Jim (Revan) one of your online brothers..

Virginia Cruz

May 29, 2019

My sincere condolences to family and friends of James. Memories are so special of our loved ones, so hold these dear in your hearts.

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Celebration of Life

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10434 CR 250, CO

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