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Joel Preblod Obituary

Joel David Preblod July 8, 1934 ~ Oct. 27, 2008 Resident of Orinda Born in Providence, RI; graduate of the University of RI and served in the US Army. Joel is survived by his sister, Lois Warren; nieces, Pam Stroberg, Julie Warren; nephew, Dean Shore; grand-niece, Courtney Shore; and grand-nephews, Jonathan Schang, Matthew Shore and dear friends. Joel was an entrepreneur owning several businesses including RSS Medical and Professional Financial Associates, Inc. in Walnut Creek. Joel passed away at home after many lengthy illnesses. At Joel's request no service will be held. Please take a moment to remember how Joel touched your life. Thank you to East Bay Hospice nurses, especially Cindy and Gail. Contributions in Joel's memory may be made to Alzheimer's/Dementia Research organization, Cancer Society, Hospice or a charity of your choice.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Contra Costa Times from Nov. 8 to Nov. 9, 2008.

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