Obituary for Dolores and Frederick (Minelli) Pretak (Guest book)

Message from Betty E Fries

January 31, 2017 6:42 PM

To the Family of Fred Pretak, Lt. Shea VFW Auxiliary to VFW Post 201 of Waterbury, Ct. want you to know that your loved one is in our thoughts and prayers. We thank him for his service. And we are also sorry for the loss of his wife in such a short time, Dolores Pretak. We really think about your family. Betty Fries, President

Message from Bob and Linda Sokolik

January 24, 2017 9:08 AM

Deepest sympathy to the loving family of Dolores and Cookie Pretak. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

A candle was lit by Sherri Brennan Dadomo on January 23, 2017 1:02 PM

A candle was lit by Joseph J Fadoir Sr on January 22, 2017 4:17 PM

A candle was lit by Bob and Linda Sokolik on January 21, 2017 4:48 PM

A candle was lit by Bill Gimignani on January 21, 2017 9:02 AM

A candle was lit by Fran Hoffnagle on January 21, 2017 9:01 AM

A candle was lit by Adele and Joe Reale on January 20, 2017 9:38 PM

Message from Deb Richards Brucker

January 20, 2017 6:04 AM

Geri and family

My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your parents. They are forever angels together!
Deb Richards Brucker

A candle was lit by We are so sorry for your loss Mike & Julie NeJaime on January 19, 2017 11:02 PM

A candle was lit by Jackie and Daughter Meaghan Jones on January 19, 2017 7:31 PM

A candle was lit by Jackie and Daughter Meaghan Jones on January 19, 2017 7:25 PM

Message from Jean Zarillo and Michael Kirk

January 19, 2017 5:42 PM

Bob Pretak & family,

We offer our sincerest love in your moment of sorrow.
Your parents will be remembered in our prayers.

With heartfelt condolences,
Jean & Michael

A candle was lit by Kathy (Shafer) Lafferty on January 19, 2017 5:07 PM

Message from Sandy giampaolo

January 19, 2017 4:10 PM

Geri, Candy & Lori, so very sorry to learn of the loss of your parents. They were such a sweet couple I so enjoyed they're company at VM. My thoughts and prayers are with you all .

Message from Ron DeBellis

January 19, 2017 3:44 PM

Auntie Do Do and Uncle Cook is what we used to call you guys years ago. I haven't seen you for so long. I'll always remember the time my brother Jeff fell into your pool at an early age and as my mom Elsie was trying to remove her shoes to get him, Auntie Do dove right in and pulled him out. God bless you God Mother....may you rest in peace with your beloved husband. To the Pretak family I am truly sorry for your loss. Love, Ron

A candle was lit by Steve Caruso on January 19, 2017 3:08 PM

Expression of Sympathy

An INDOOR GARDEN BASKET was ordered on January 19, 2017

A candle was lit by Rosan and John Gemetro on January 19, 2017 1:02 PM

A candle was lit by Adrienne (Minelli) Berg on January 19, 2017 12:53 PM

Message from Steve Caruso

January 19, 2017 11:25 AM

So sorry for your loss. They were very special people. They'll be missed!

A candle was lit by TOCE FAMILY DEBBIE JANICE DIANE KAREN on January 19, 2017 9:50 AM

A candle was lit by Debbie Abeling and Melissa Dowden on January 19, 2017 7:51 AM

A candle was lit by Keith and Danielle Bialoglowy on January 19, 2017 6:48 AM

A candle was lit by Peter & Maria Damis ❤️ on January 19, 2017 5:52 AM

A candle was lit by Jim Mazini on January 18, 2017 11:40 PM

Message from Jeff Cristaldi

January 18, 2017 9:53 PM

Very sorry for your losses Lori.......

Message from Jonathon and Anne DeMichiel

January 18, 2017 9:45 PM

Just two extremely amazing people. I will always have fond memories of visiting them at their house. Whenever I think of either of them I would smile. God bless them both and God bless their family.

Message from Mark Royer

January 18, 2017 9:43 PM

Sorry to hear about the lose of both your parents Lori

A candle was lit by Jan Galaise on January 18, 2017 9:22 PM

Message from Scott & Stephanie England

January 18, 2017 8:38 PM

Candace, Our thoughts are with you and your family, may they find peace and clarity once again. Love Scott and Steph

Message from Pat Sebest-Morales

January 18, 2017 8:25 PM

Lana & family- my most sincere condolences for the loss of your grandparents. What a beautiful love story! You are in my prayers.

Message from Ann Carroll

January 18, 2017 8:15 PM

Geri, Candy and Lori.... that is such a great picture of your parents! I am sure that there is such a void in your lives right now..and will be for awhile....amazing that they died so close together ..they couldn't be separated.. I am sorry for your loss ...
Sweet sorrow......sent with Love...Ann

Message from Marla Clark

January 18, 2017 7:43 PM

Lori, I remember many an evening in your house eating macaroni and cheese and laughing. Your house was always a very happy one. My sincere condolences and thoughts for you and your family during this very difficult time. Marla

A candle was lit by Paula Lovato on January 18, 2017 7:39 PM

A candle was lit by Geri Ruzbasan on January 18, 2017 7:03 PM

A candle was lit by The George Family on January 18, 2017 6:49 PM

Message from Connie (George) D'Andrea

January 18, 2017 6:49 PM

My family and I send our sincere condolences. May the precious memories of years past help you through this difficult time. Prayers for you and your family, and remember, they will always be with you, they're part our your heart and soul. God Bless...

A candle was lit by The LaTulipe's on January 18, 2017 6:38 PM

Message from Karen LaTulipe

January 18, 2017 6:38 PM

My family and I offer our condolences to your family. Cookie was in the Kiwanis Club with my Dad, Bill. Many fond memories of your Dad and Mom, always smiling and welcoming. Your Dad gave me some assistance on my first sign painting job and we still have the charcoals Cookie drew of my Dad as the Kiwanis Peanut Sale King. Someday we will all meet again. With blessings and sympathies, The LaTulipe's.

A candle was lit by Marie and Sal Barbieri on January 18, 2017 6:28 PM

A candle was lit by Debbie Abeling & Melissa Diwden on January 18, 2017 6:04 PM

A candle was lit by Susan Coppinger on January 18, 2017 5:48 PM

Message from Pam Brunoli

January 18, 2017 5:34 PM

Thank you for sharing such a special couple with us ....their love for one another was picture perfect....their joy that they shared was infectious! So very blessed to have known and worked with them!

A candle was lit by Pam Brunoli on January 18, 2017 5:32 PM

Message from Debbie Marcianobb

January 18, 2017 5:05 PM

So sorry for the loss of your parents. They are smiling down from heaven!

A candle was lit by Debbie Marciano on January 18, 2017 5:02 PM

Message from Liz Gioia

January 18, 2017 3:39 PM

I remember taking care of Cookie and Dolores at my time working at Valerie Manor. They were the sweetest people!! They will be truely missed. Peace be with you during this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Concetta Perry Jr on January 18, 2017 3:37 PM

A candle was lit by Rachel, Junior, and Stella xoxo on January 18, 2017 3:26 PM

A candle was lit by Sharon and Joe Te. Sorry for your loss, Rich and lorraine on January 18, 2017 3:16 PM

Message from Amy and Brian Reeds (Pretak)

January 18, 2017 3:06 PM

Lori, Geri, and Candy - My heart breaks for all 3 of you (and, of course, your kids and spouses) to lose mom and dad so close together. I am thinking of you and sending love. Both my husband I still laugh about your dad and his "Pride and Joy" pictures that he took out of his wallet every time we saw him. And how your mom would LAUGH as though it was a new joke every time. I marvel that they are still together, even now, and I hope that helps you a bit. I will keep all of you in my daily thoughts and I'm so sorry that I can't be there for the service. Hugs to all.

Message from Emily Marchand Cole

January 18, 2017 3:01 PM

Thinking of you all through this difficult time. Their story and relationship remind me so much of my grandparents. Such a hard and sad loss but very sweet they will still always be by each other's side. Enjoy reminiscing with family in the days to come of all the great memories and legacies they left you with. Xoxo. -Emily

A candle was lit by Emily Cole on January 18, 2017 2:58 PM

A candle was lit by Amy and Brian Reeds (Pretak) on January 18, 2017 2:53 PM

A candle was lit by DOmenic and Marie Mainella on January 18, 2017 2:45 PM

Message from Kathy Newkirk

January 18, 2017 2:37 PM

Geri, Candy, Lori and families, Prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Everyone loved your parents and for me it was a great pleasure to take care of them while at Valerie Manor. They will always be remembered by all. Remember the happy times and also remember they will always be together and will be smiling down on all of you.❤️❤️🙏🙏

A candle was lit by Kathy Newkirk on January 18, 2017 2:33 PM

A candle was lit by Kathy Newkirk on January 18, 2017 2:32 PM