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Michele Prentice Obituary

Michele Prentice

December 29, 1953 - October 7, 2025

AUBURN - Michele "Micki" Leone Prentice, 71, of Auburn, passed away peacefully after a long illness on October 7, 2025, at Auburn Community Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

A lifelong resident of Auburn, Micki was born on December 29, 1953, the daughter of the late Thomas "Tucker" and Jeanne Adams Leone. She was a proud member of the first graduating class of Auburn High School in 1971. Micki went on to earn her Nursing Degree from Cayuga Community College and dedicated her life to caring for others.

She began her nursing career at Auburn Nursing Home, where she loved caring for the elderly and forming meaningful connections with her patients and their families. Her gentle nature and genuine compassion made her especially beloved by those she cared for. In a testament to her devotion, on her wedding day she even stopped by the nursing home so her residents could share in her special day. Micki later continued her nursing career at the Finger Lakes Center for Living, where she carried on her dedicated service to others until retirement.

Micki had a wonderful eye for fashion and a special talent for decorating, always bringing beauty and warmth to any space. She also loved a good shopping trip to Pottery Barn, transforming her home into something that looked like it came straight from the pages of Country Living Magazine. She was known for her signature red lipstick and her perfectly decorated front porches each season, most memorably her Halloween witches-small touches that reflected her creativity and love of making life special. A devoted animal lover, Micki always had a loyal canine companion by her side. Above all, she cherished her family, who meant the world to her.

Micki is survived by her husband of 48 years, Thomas Prentice; her children, Andrew, Abby, and Zachary Prentice; and her brother, Hon. Thomas (Deborah) Leone; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

In keeping with Micki's wishes, there will be no calling hours or services. Arrangements are with White Chapel Funeral Home Inc., Auburn.

Donations in her memory may be made:

To support CADASIL research, contributions may be made to the CADASIL research fund at Butler Hospital. Please address: Butler Philanthropy, c/o Liz Zima: 200 Butler Drive, Providence, RI 02906. Your generosity helps improve outcomes and enhance the quality of life for those affected by rare diseases like CADASIL.

To offer condolences, please visit whitechapelfh.com.
Published by Concord & Kannapolis Independent Tribune on Oct. 11, 2025.

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Kathie Kelley

January 4, 2026

We live right across the street from the Prentice family. We lived in South Fulton Street in Auburn New York. We hung around together for quite a few years. She will be missed.

Donna (Bozek) Pasik

October 21, 2025

I was sorry to hear of Miki's passing. We went to school together and I remember her being very kind and having a great sense of style.
Rest in peace Miki

Thomas Piccirillo

October 19, 2025

Sincerest condolences to Michelle 's husband and children along with the entire Leone Family, as well as her many friends. Peace now. Tom and Marianne Piccirillo

Kim Maywalt

October 15, 2025

Tom, Andy, Abby, & Zach-
I am so sorry to hear of Micki's passing. So many great memories growing up on Burt Ave. with everyone. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Love - Kim Ferri-Maywalt

Micki Smith

October 14, 2025

I am shocked to hear about Micki. We first became friends at Seward School, Micki´s was the first slumber party I ever went to! Three of us were named Michele so our teacher called me "Michele", Micki was Micki and the third was Shelly! We were both in the first graduating class at Auburn High, 1971. I´ll miss you Micki but I have a lot of great memories. Love, Micki

DIANE NAPOLI

October 13, 2025

TOM & Deb So sorry foe the loss of your beautiful sister Micki ! She was not only beautiful but such a sweet person ! We will meet again Micki !!

Joanie (Coleman) DeChick

October 13, 2025

I haven´t see Micki in years but I used to play with her at her grandmothers Mrs. Adams on Chestnut street. We played dress up with her gramma´s old dresses. She was such a sweet girl, I used to get so excited when I knew she was at her gramma´s. Please know my thoughts & prayers are with you all & all your family. Hold the memories of her close to your heart because she was such a special person.

Anonymous

October 12, 2025

Tom and family, my condolences for your loss. I understand that she was a wonderful wife and mother.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

May God watch over your and yours and bring you peace knowing that she is with Him.

Lisa Sigona

October 12, 2025

Tom and Debbie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this most difficult time. I had the pleasure of working with Micki in my past, she was a delightful and caring individual. I only hope her qualities extended to me to exemplify the kindness she shined upon those she cared for throughout her career. She had a beautiful personality inside and out. She will be greatly missed. On angels wings dear lady... God bless.

The Bouley´s

October 12, 2025

Tom and Debbie.
So Sorry to hear of Micki´s passing, many great memories when both you (Tom) and Micki were just kids!
Sending our thoughts and prayers to all! Betsy and Kim Bouley

shari delaney

October 12, 2025

Tom and family, I am thinking you about during this difficult time. I know she will be missed by all her family and friends.

Dave Stanton

October 11, 2025

RIP Micki. You will truly be missed. I have so many wonderful memories of you and your kind family. I will never forget that natural sense of humor. I will remember you on my rosary list (started by my Mother). My thoughts and prayers are with her devoted Husband, Tom, her children and brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Debbie. Another wonderful person at the table in heaven with all our relatives. God speed.

Edward Charles Sr. ( Spike Sr.)$

October 11, 2025

Sorry for your loss Tom and Debbie. My Prayers and Condolences are with you Ypu. Spike Sr.

Jeanne Stanton

October 11, 2025

Sorry for your loss Tom and Debbie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Michele´s family. So many happy childhood memories of all the family get togethers and special times we shared. Growing up I always looked up to my cousin Michele, she was beautiful, smart, caring with an amazing sense of humor. Rest peacefully Micki.

Phil Siracusa

October 11, 2025

To all of the Prentice family, I am saddened to hear of Micki´s passing. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Cherish all the positive memories.

Patricia Gucciardi

October 11, 2025

Condolences to Tom and family.
Mickey was a joy to know.

Jim Baier

October 11, 2025

Having known Micki since kindergarten she was the sweetest, nicest person one could ever hope to meet. I am very saddened to learn of her passing. Tom and family, please accept my sincerest condolences. You are in my prayers. Tucker and Jean will take good care of her.

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