SGT Michael Kim Pritchard

1986 - 2013

SGT Michael Kim Pritchard obituary, 1986-2013

BORN

1986

DIED

2013

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Bateman Carroll Funeral Home

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Gresham, Oregon

Michael Pritchard Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 16, 2013.

SPC Michael Kim Pritchard, a former resident of Gresham, Oregon, passed away on January 13, 2013 at Ft. Carson, Colorado. He was 26 years of age.

Michael was born on May 16, 1986 in South Korea and was the son of Dennis and Susan Pritchard. He attended Gresham High School where he played football and was on the wrestling team. He graduated in 2005 and attended classes at Mt. Hood Community College and Linn Benton Community College. He worked for a short time at Colwood Golf Course in Portland.

Michael "Doc" enlisted in the United States Army in 2008. He served with the Warhorse Team, 2STB and the 1-67 AR since 2010. He served two tours of duty in South Korea and was a Combat Medic in Afghanistan, returning from deployment in 2012. He was most recently stationed at Ft. Carson and had achieved the rank of Specialist.

He was an avid sports fan who enjoyed pro and college football. He was an Oregon State Beavers Fan as well as a fan of Notre Dame. He also enjoyed playing Texas Hold'em and playing golf with his dad especially when he got to drive the golf cart.

Michael was generous to a fault and would do anything to help his family and friends. He was very witty, had a great sense of humor and was very affectionate with his contagious hugs. He had great respect and love for his "Brothers in Arms" and deeply enjoyed serving his country. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Michael is survived by his parents, Dennis Pritchard of Portland, Susan Pritchard of Gresham and sister, Gina Pritchard-Wilson of Portland along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends as well as his Brother's in Arms.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 24, 2013 11:00 am at Bateman Carroll Funeral Home in Gresham. A committal service with Full Military Honors will be held at Willamette National Cemetery. Contributions may be made in memory of Michael to the Wounded Warrior Project, 2223 Alaskan Way, Suite 220 Seattle, WA 98121.

Michael was posthumously promoted to Sergeant on January 22, 2013.

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February 16, 2013

Art and Carolyn Gould

We were so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. We remember him at the football games and his being in our daughter, Kristin's, class at GHS. We are grateful for Michael's service to our country. You must be very proud. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

February 3, 2013

Raleigh Walker

My deepest condolences are with you all. He was a great man and we will miss him dearly.

January 30, 2013

Hojo

I'll always be your boy Mikey. Just wish i was around to help you. Im sorry i failed you and your family.

January 28, 2013

Chris Wubbenhorst

My dear Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a child has to be the worst experience one can endure. I am here, if you need me. With love, thoughts, and prayers, Chris

January 26, 2013

Margaret Swoboda

It is with deep sadness for all of you that I am sending this. However, after reading all of the beautiful tributes to Mike he has left such wonderful memories and inspiration to so many people. May this be of some comfort to you in your sorrow.
With my deepest sympathy, prayers and love,
Margaret (Swoboda)

January 26, 2013

Lisa Trujillo

You know someone is in your heart when their memory crosses your mind and you can't help but smile. Even though I'm sad you left so many people behind, I am overwhelmed with gladness because our paths in life crossed. You don't know how many times since after we met I'd be talking to people about past memories and goodtimes (in Korea) and here I was trying to describe you....... which is hard to do because people just had to have met you to truly appreciate your crazy, fun-loving spirit. In these days since hearing the news I find myself thinking that if ever there was someone who lived in and for the moment, it was you. You're in my heart forever battle. You're truly unforgettable. I love you bro.

My prayers and condolences go to your FAMILY and friends.

January 25, 2013

Our family would like to offer our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Sgt. Michael Pritchard. We shall always be grateful for his service and sacrifice for this country.

January 24, 2013

My sympathy goes out to Michael K. Pritchard's family and friends. May the many prayers and thoughts of your loved one comfort all of you. May God bless You and give You strengh.

January 24, 2013

Henryk Zaleski

Rest in peace Michael.

January 24, 2013

Neil Smail

Mikey, I will never forget you. You were like a brother to me, you were the type of guy that would do anything for anybody no matter the time of day, or situation. Im sure that alot of Mikes close friends are still alive today including myself because Prichard always got us home safe and sound. Some of the most wildest car rides that I have ever had in my life involved Mikey behind the wheel. Mike and I have kind of lost touch over the last few years besides a facebook message here and there when you were over seas, but I cant belive that you are gone,it feels like yesterday that we were laughing "show me your bunny" I am going to miss you more than you will know. Fishing trips to smock with the boys, and joking around with you saying that you were born with that yankees hat on because in the whole time that we knew each other I only saw you without it maybe twice. Every memory that I have of the good old days hanging with the boys, you were always there and made the situation or whatever we were doing more bright and always comedy. I know that things will never be the same with you gone, but your memories will keep me going. Mike your smile and positive attitude will always be with me, and until we meet again I love you brother. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mikes family, and to his sister Gina, if you need anything at all do not hesitate to call. I was there when Mike was here I am still here now. Love all of you guys.

January 24, 2013

Michael O'Gara

Dennis and Sue,

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Mike and Janelle O'Gara

January 24, 2013

Susan, Dennis and Gina:

We are so very sorry for your loss. No words can express the sadness you are certainly feeling over Michael's passing - and we can think of no words to soften your grief. But please know that you (and Michael) are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Sherlocks (Pat, Tim, Dan, Shelley and Bunny)

January 24, 2013

CPL Scott

My condolences to the Pritchard family... He will missed.... CPL Scott (Fort Carson, CO)

January 24, 2013

Linda Hylton Semling's Pharmacy

Sue,I'm so sorry for your loss.I'm thinking of you everyday and wish I could be there to give you a big hug.

January 23, 2013

Dave Geurts

Dear Sue, Dennis & Gina,
You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of Mike. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are very grateful for his service in the military. We know that you were very proud of the man that he was. We cannot begin to know what you are feeling with such a traumatic loss. Know that friends and family will try and help you as you deal with his loss. Thank you for sharing Mike with us. Our hearts go out to each of you. Love, Mitzi & Dave Geurts

January 23, 2013

We are so very sorry about your loss. In your time of sorrow may it ease your pain to know others are thinking of you. The Wadsworth Family

January 23, 2013

Bob & Gail Black

Dennis:

Gail and I are very sorry for your loss.

January 23, 2013

Cathi Mahar (Rudd-Bauer)

Sue, I'm so very saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts, prayers, heart and soul are with you and your family, and as no words can ease the pain of your loss, just know you have many friends grieving with, and for you today. Praying the beautiful memories of your son ease your grief and bring you comfort during this time of sadness.

January 23, 2013

For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to SPC Michael K. Pritchard our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Michael. And to Michael it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during several deployments, including Operation Enduring Freedom while serving in the U.S. Army. Michael, you served with honor and distinction; we bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,261 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Michael's family and loved ones.

Stephen J. Lavery Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

January 23, 2013

Dennis & Debbie Peterson

January 22, 2013

jeri wyatt kollen

Sue and Dennis, I am beyond words to discribe my sorrow for you. My son was born in 88 and can't imagine how it must truly feel. You where great to your son. May you find strengh.

January 22, 2013

Val & Tom Linhares

Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. May you find comfort in your fond memories of Mike and in knowing that he touched the lives of so many people. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

January 21, 2013

Thank you for raising such a proud American.

January 20, 2013

SPC Pritchard, you've served your family, community, the US Army and the United States of America with honor. May GOD watch over your family. Your tour of duty is complete, Soldier. Stand Down, Rest in Peace.

Ray Inabnitt
US Army, Retired

January 20, 2013

Sherri Mattheus (Berry)

Sue,
I was so sorry to hear about Michael. My heart goes out to you! You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayer.

January 20, 2013

Michael, while we did not know you, we have known your mom all her life. She and her two brothers, Jim and Steve, and your grandparents lived down the street from us. She was my sister's, Carol, best friend growing up. We are so sorry that you have left this earth so young and wish your family all the strength to get through this terrible time. You will be sorely missed. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Janet and Tom Germer

January 20, 2013

Dear Dennis and Sue,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Michael. It seems like yesterday we were on the sidelines watching him learning to play T-Ball, and then in the stands watching him play football and wrestle, and race his sports car down the street! He grew to be a handsome young man and he will be sadly missed by many. We just wanted you to know we are thinking of your family and our hearts go out to you.
With Deep Sympathy,
Ken & Clary DeRemer

January 20, 2013

I am very greatful that we had the chance to visit with Mike when he was home on leave during the holidays. It made you smile when he would walk in the door and greet everyone with excitement and just being "Mike". He spent alot of time at our house during high school. He was one of the "boys".

Dennis, Susan and Gina, we send our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. May you be comforted knowing that Mike touched so many lives in a special way. We will hold his memory close to our hearts. He will be greatly missed.

Eddie and Vicki Sifuentes

January 20, 2013

The Staff of Bateman Carroll Funeral Home

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

January 19, 2013

Stephen Van Dover

Big Mike was always such a great friend and always reached out to others to see how he could help them. I will always remember all the times playing poker with Big Mike and watching the joy he had being around his friends. Mike was always the guy who would give the shirt off his back to you if you needed it and would never abandon a fellow friend or soldier. Mike was a great soldier, son, brother and friend. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. RIP Big Mike and thanks for everything!

January 19, 2013

Mimi

Mike was a beautiful soul inside and out. I am so sorry for the pain you are experiencing right now. His legend will continue to live through those he was closest to.

January 19, 2013

Ashley baker

R.I.P MIKEY!!!! YOU'LL BE MISSED.CAN'T BELIEVE YOUR GONE.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY

January 18, 2013

Arlen & Alicia Berger

Dennis, Sue and Gina. We hold you close to our hearts as you lay your son/brother to rest. May he sing praise to God with all the angels and pray for those so close to his own heart. Your goodness was obviously visible through your boy, according to what is written. May you be comforted in knowing that.

January 18, 2013

Fran Trebelhorn

Thinking of you with love and understanding of the pain you feel at this time. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Fran Trebelhorn

January 18, 2013

Valedia Garcia

Goodbyes are not forever, goodbyes are not the end, They simply mean I'll miss you, until we meet againRest easy my brother from another mother. I will never forget how good of a man you were and that sense of humor along with that o so special laugh will live on forever.

January 18, 2013

Angela Garcia wright

January 18, 2013

Stacia Brown

May the Lord give you comfert equal to the joy Micky has given to so many. My deepest condolences.

January 18, 2013

Rachael Katz-Reed

My prayers and love to the Pritchard family during this difficult time. I would like to thank you for giving this world an awesome son and friend. God has gained an angel for sure and I know he is watching over his loved ones and fellow soldiers with a smile.

January 18, 2013

The Nicoli family

You will be missed!

January 18, 2013

mathew newell

January 18, 2013

matthew shaw

"Mike and I were battles in Korea. I couldnt have had the privilage of serving and knowing a better person in my 17 years of military service. You are missed brother....."
SSG Matthew A Shaw

January 18, 2013

Levi Simmons

Mike as one of a kind, He was a good friend and one of the finest men I have ever worked with.

January 18, 2013

nasser abushakrah

I miss you Mike. Your a great a person and anyone you ever had the pleasure of meeting you knows ow great of a person you are. Go beavers!

January 17, 2013

Sarah Kingcade

We will always miss you! You touched many lives in your time here. It was a pleasure to have met you and train with you. My deepest condolences to your family. I pray that God looks over them and cares for them always, but especially in this difficult moment. May he grant them the strength to help each other through this most difficult time, and allow them to always remember the happiest moments that they shared with you! I will miss you and all the laughter and jokes that came with you. Until we meet again; RIP Pritchard! Gone but never forgotten.

January 17, 2013

Jason Bowen

Gonna miss you mikey

January 17, 2013

Jessica sanchez

January 17, 2013

nicole

Thank you for so many good memories.. safe journey pritch..

January 17, 2013

Mike Gallegos

I met Mike my freshman year at Gresham High school. hit it off right away. I would always hear him yelling from across the hall "big mike!". Years later I got to meet up with Mike while he was home on leave to catch up. Just loving life. He will be misssd and my memories of him will go with me my entire life

January 17, 2013

Daphne Goodwin

Love and miss you mike!!???

January 17, 2013

Logan Franklin

miss you so much Doc! you will always be in my memory as well as our brothers we shed blood sweat and tears with.. things are different with you gone bro forever rest in peace mikey. love you bud -Logan Franklin

January 17, 2013

Chris Chupp

Knowing Mike for most of my life has been a blessing. I cannot remember one bad time I had with him. Mike did not consider friends as such, to him they were family. I am proud to be part of that family. To Sue, Dennis and Gina, my thoughts, prayers and heart go out to you. The pain I feel can only be a fraction of what you do. Mike will live forever in our hearts. Rest in paradise brother.

January 17, 2013

May all the beautiful memories help to ease your grief and bring you comfort in your time of sadness...

Ron & Stacie Melnick

January 17, 2013

Matthew Murray

I will always be grateful for the friendship I shared with Mike. The memories we created together will live on forever. Mike was a very caring person and I know he is watching over all of those he loved. Rest in peace brother, until we meet again...

January 17, 2013

Mike & Janet Speer

To The Prtchard Family,

We extend our deepest condolences. You are in our hearts and prayers, and we pray that you will find comfort in the love of family and friends who share your loss.

The Speer Family

January 17, 2013

Niebergalls

Dennis, Sue and Gina, With Mikes passing comes much grief and sorrow. There are no words that can express the pain you must be feeling feeling. Mike touched many people and grew into a fine young man. Our family has many memories of Mike that we share with the Pritchard family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

January 17, 2013

Lorrie Montgomery

My heartfelt condolences to the family and many friends that were touched by this fine young man. I am honored to have known such a great person. Sleep with the Angels Michael...

January 17, 2013

Katie Hawley

Mike and I knew each other well in high school, and he was always a great friend to my husband, Mark, who graduated with Mike. Mark had a lot of great memories of Mike from their senior class trip back in 2005. We will always remember the good times we have had with Mike, his funny attitude and always making people laugh. We will miss him greatly. Our condolences go out to his family.

January 17, 2013

Rob Ralstin

I'm terribly sorry for the loss of your wonderful son. No words can undo pain that you must feel right now but, please know that as Mike's brother I am here for you guys for anything.

Sincerely,
Rob Ralstin

Posted by Rob Ralstin

January 17, 2013

Dan Troglin

Mike was a great kid who grew into a fine young man and model soldier exemplifying the seven Army values. While I am still numb at his passing, I will take the stories and memories I have and store them in a safe place. A place, I can visit often. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

January 16, 2013

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Pritchard family for your loss. May your loving memories bring you comfort in this most difficult time.

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