Robert (Bob) Richard Prikosovits |
| Posted 2009-11-27 by Sharla |
| The White Mountain Independent, Show Low, Arizona November 27, 2009 Robert "Bob" Richard Prikosovits, 60, also known as "Papa," "Cowboy Bob," "Perky" and "Slim," died Nov. 18, 2009, at his home in Show Low of natural causes. Bob was born May 17, 1949, in South Bend, Ind., moved to Phoenix at a young age and attended Coronado High School in Scottsdale. He enlisted in the Army and had a tour in Vietnam in 1969-1970 in the First Infantry. He received the Purple Heart while in Vietnam. Bob also spent some time in the Navy Seabees. He resided in Vernon for approximately 20 years. He enjoyed living in the White Mountains and spending time with his dog "Blue." Bob belonged to the White Mountain Old West Shootist group, was an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and enjoyed attending shooting matches. Bob also had a love for Old Western-style photography and was quite a good artist, but he mostly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his children, Rob (J. Lynne) Prikosovits and Tina (Steve) Walas; his sister Lisa (Brad) Lahet; and grandchildren, Camille and Dean Prikosovits, Gabriel and Tobias Walas; and nieces Allison and Maggie Lahet. Graveside services will be held Friday, Nov. 27, at the Vernon Cemetery followed by a celebration of his life at the VFW in Show Low. Owens Livingston Mortuary of Show Low handled arrangements. For those who have special memories and would like to send private condolences or sign an online guest book, visit www.owenslivingstonmortuary.com. See Also: Find A Grave |
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