On Dec 2,7 2016 Christine Prickett, age 87, went to be with Jesus. Born in Manila, Philippines Jan 20, 1929, she was the oldest daughter of Ricardo and Purificacion Blanco. Christine, also known as Nucha, had 5 sisters and 5 brothers. She is survived by 3 sisters, Chiqui Buthala, Nina Suchy, and Katie Blanco.
She married Lt Col Vernon C. Prickett on Jan 7, 1947 in the Philippines. They are survived by 4 children, John R. Prickett, Josephine A. Doherty, Elaine. L. Meuwly and Mary E. Prickett, along with 9 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Prickett died on the same day 20 years apart.
A viewing for Christine will be held at Mullins and Thompson Funeral Home on Jan 5 from 7-9pm where Eulogies of the life with Christine will be most welcome. A full Mass will be held for her Jan 6 at 12pm at St Mary’s Catholic Church, 1009 Stafford Ave followed by a ceremony and final internment at Sunset Memorial Garden, 3702 Loren Dr. The Pricketts would like to extend their hospitality and sharing of memories afterwards at the home of Christine in Fredericksburg VA.
In lieu of flowers, charitable donations can directed to St Mary’s Catholic Church building fund or any other charity that feeds the poor.
Online condolences may be sent at www.mullinsthompsonfredericksburg.com
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