1930 – 2013
Putnam – John G. Prihoda, Jr., 82, of Church St., died Thursday, January 24, 2013 in DayKimballHospital. He was the loving husband of Anna (Leo) Prihoda. Born in Bridgeport, CT, he was the son of the late John G. Prihoda, Sr. and Theresa (Skovira) Prihoda. Mr. Prihoda served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a realtor for Tedeschi Real Estate as well as a police officer for Bridgeport’s first canine office. He was a member of the Putnam Lodge of Elks and the Benevolent Police Association. In addition to his wife, John is survived by his sister, Margaret Prihoda of Bridgeport, CT. He was predeceased by his beloved son, the late John G. Prihoda, III, and his sister, the late Mary Prihoda. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with John’s family for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am Thursday January 31, 2013 in St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Providence St, Putnam, CT. Memorial donations in his memory may be made to St. Mary Church, 218 Providence St.Putnam, CT06260. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
John Macdonald
Anna so sorry to hear of John’s passing. I knew him in the 1970’s as a Canine Control Officer , when I was Commissioner . He was truly a fine gentleman , always pleasent to meet and converse with.My condolences to you on your loss. I’m sure the many friends he met in Putnam etc. will miss him as well. My Best to you in your loss. John Macdonald
Judy Tedeschi
I am so sorry for Anna John’s beautiful wife and his devoted Sister Margaret. John was a great friend and will be missed.
Bob & Carol Kiley
John was certainly the salt of the earth and I remember well his graciousness and courtesy in his dealings with all. May the Lord embrace his soul and our sincere condolences to his wife & family.
Bob & Carol Kiley
Danieslon Police Deaprtment
Conn. State Police
Wendy Sharpe Harrington
My sincere condolences to you, Anna. May the many happy memories of your life with John help you through the days ahead.
Judy Thebado
Anna, I am so sorry to hear of Johns passing. May he rest in paradise with our Lord.
PLEASE let me know if there is anything I can do for you.,..I will try to call you in a few days
Maria Generis
Anna so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a good kind man. Hoping you have peace and comfort knowing he was well loved.
My deepest sympathies
Maria Generis
Dennis Duga
I have not lived in the area since 2008 and am sorry I did not know John had passed. I was thinking about John today and looked up his status…always a pleasure and positive man to deal with, I looked him up because I miss him.