Richard “Dicky’ Preciado, 67, devoted Son, Brother, Husband, Father, Uncle, Friend and educator was called home to the Lord on October 11, 2018.
He was born on August 17, 1951 in Superior, AZ to Florencio and Antonia “Toni” Salcido Preciado. He is survived by his Mother, Toni, Wife Susie (Valdez), daughters Christina and Olivia, Sister Susan (Michael) Martinez and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his Father, Step-Father Freddy Grado and Brother Larry.
Dicky was a graduate of South Mountain High School class of 1969. He continued on to Arizona State University where he earned his Masters in Education. He started his teaching career shortly thereafter at Rose Linda elementary, where he retired as the Principle after 35 years. Mr. Prec was a prominent figure and mentor throughout the South Phoenix community, recognized by many former students everywhere he went.
Dicky was known for his love of sports and was an avid Softball Player and Coach for 40 years. He was passionate about his Arizona State Sun Devils and was a dedicated season ticket holder, and attended any bowl game ASU was participating in.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Friday, October 19, 2018 at Saint Mary’s Basilica, located at 231 North 3rd Street in Phoenix. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. with the Eulogy at 1:30 p.m. and a Funeral Mass at 2:00 p.m. Reception immediately following at the St. Mary’s reception hall.
Esther
My prayers and condolences for all of Preciado’s immediate and extended family members… May God help you with your grief during this time.
Treasure the memories they will help get you through many days and the future.
Be blessed
Ms Esther Sanders
Norma Munoz
My condolences to the family of Mr. Preciado. I came to the Roosevelt School District as a Board member in 1994 and I quickly got to know Mr. Preciado at Rose Linda school. He was well known and loved by that community. Thank you Mr. Preciado for all you did for our children. Rest in Peace.
Norma Munoz, President
Governing Board Member
Roosevelt School District
Floyd p Diaz
Our deepest condolences to the entire family..
I want to thank you for all the wonderful years you were apart of our family…for showing me not to give up and not cheat off of Melvina Roger’s answers…you always called me out… with… too bad so sad you mad I’m glad … for showing your support to our family in our darkest days… you were truly a blessing to all of us at Rose Linda….may you rest peacefully in the heavens above…
Sincerely,
Floyd Patrick Diaz
Daniel Olivas
May you rest in paradise,Mr. Pres, you are going to be missed.
Jim and Chavela Coronado
God Bless our Friend Dicky….. We became friends in the 80’s as slow pitch coaches. He lives in us through all the awesome memories we created. RIP Dicky !!
Edward Chavez
It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Richard (Dickie) Preciado. He was a friend to many and admired by many, as well. Our condolences go to his, Wife, Mother, Sister and Family members. May he Rest In Peace and not suffer anymore. Until we meet again my friend. MACAYO
Kee
To the family,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the words at Psalm 34:18 and 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 be comforting to you in this time of loss.
Rosalie Ontiveros Espinoza
My condolences to the family extended family and many friends and colleagues that he has made through the years I was lucky enough to go to Rose Linda as well as my siblings(Angie,Rosalie,Frank Ontiveros) and later on my daughter Syrina Ontiveros many years ago sad to hear of his passing prayers to you all in this special time of need
TITA TRIPHAHN
SO MUCH TO SAY / SO MANY MEMORIES from South Mtn. High School, Concerts we shared, many friends we knew and gatherings with Classmates.. all FUN.
From the Navarro Family Edmund, Ed & Edie as well as the Triphahns that were class of ’69 classmates Larry and Carl Triphahn we wish the family heart felt condolences.
R.I. P. God is well pleased and called you home.
Daniel Melendez
To the Preciado family…
“Dickie” was a life long friend of my family. We all attended the same elementary and high school together. He was a decent and honorable man who loved his life, family and friends. May your family find comfort in the many memories you shared with him. May God Bless him and all of you.
Daniel & Mary Melendez
Lydia R. Acosta
Forever in our hearts Coach! You will be forever missed!
Blessings to you All!
Lydia R. Acosta
Donna (Patterson) Zuniga
It saddened my heart to hear of Mr. Preciado’s passing. I attended Sierra Vista Elementary school with him and he was always a kind and thoughtful classmate as well as an “A” student. I was not at all surprised to read of the career he has had and his impact on the community. We knew him as “Dickie” and his kindness was an impact on each of us then as well. My sincere condolences and prayers of comfort are sent for his family and friends.
Amy "Fargo" Anderson
I met Dicky about 3 years ago and I instantly fell in love with this gentle giant! He is one of the most kind, genuine and PATIENT people I have ever met! I was in Vegas with him a couple of weeks ago and we talked about how much he loves his school kids and loves substitute teaching. He gave me some advice and a little pep talk a couple of weeks ago and his words will forever be etched in my memory. My condolences to his family, friends and students as I know he will be missed by all of us forever! Saints softball will never be the same without him.
Victoria Correll
Dear Susie,
I am saddened by the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your dear daughters.
God comfort, bless, and keep you.
Vickie Alcantar
No words can comfort but know how much he was loved and now he is at peace. From our family to yours sending love and prayers. Roberta, Jack, Debe, Vickie and Jackie
Mary McGalloway
This is in regards to the passing of Dickie Preciado. To Susie, Christina and Olivia: I was shocked and saddened to read of Dickies passing. What a wonderful guy he was. During tournaments he was always calm and the voice of reason. We had many good times and travels together with Big Apple, I’ll always cherish those memories. My prayers are with you and the girls .
Blessings,
Mary McGalloway
J McMilon
To the Preciado Family,
Mr. Preciado was by far the person on this Earth who most demonstrated Christ- like love for all who had the opportunity to know him. There will be no other who comes close. We could only do our best to love him in return. He’s in Heaven and our love for him remains.