
Richard Prince, whom many Palisades residents will remember as a dog walker, died December 22 at UCLA/Santa Monica Hospital. He succumbed to necrotizing fasciitis, commonly known as flesh-eating bacteria. He was 53. ”Born in Kodiak, Alaska, Prince lived in several communities because his father, a federal employee, changed locations often. He graduated from high school in Buena Park, and belonged to the Western High School a cappella group, which entertained throughout the Los Angeles area. ”Prince had several jobs, including 18 years spent working in customs at LAX, where he picked up several languages from international travelers. He spoke Spanish, some Japanese and a little bit of Arabic, Chinese, German and Portuguese. He later worked as a host at Polly’s Pies. ”At the age of 2, Prince had spinal meningitis, which shortened his left leg, arm and hand. Although he had a limp, he was a terrific square dancer and belonged to two square dancing clubs. He had a sunny disposition and a ready smile for everyone. ”About a year ago, he moved from Westchester to Pacific Palisades. ”He is survived by his parents, Janet and Frank; brothers Tom, Ken and Dennis; and a sister, Jody. ”Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 22 in Palisades Lutheran Church, 15905 Sunset.
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