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George Prentiss Obituary

George "Mountain Man George" Prentiss

August 28, 1949

November 10, 2021



George Ormand Prentiss, of the mountains outside of Bellvue, Colorado, moved to his heavenly home to be with Jesus his Savior, on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. He was born on August 28, 1949 to Norval and Ingeburg (Schuller) Prentiss in Fort Meade, Maryland. He is survived by siblings, Chris "Spoon" Veatch (Ace) and Robert Prentiss (Carol), four nieces - Holly, Tiffany, Angela and Melody, and three nephews - Ryan, Nathan and Kevin, and also by many beloved friends.

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Published by The Gazette on Feb. 6, 2022.

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The Staff at the National Weather Service, Boulder, CO.

February 7, 2022

Our office sends our condolences for the loss of your brother. George was one of our Cooperative Weather Observers and his service and dedication over the years is much appreciated. George will be missed.

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