John Pretto

In the early morning hours of November 12, 2015, John Italo Pretto (known by many as Doc Pretto or Doctor John) passed peacefully with his five adoring children in attendance.

His spirit and accomplishments are mirrored in those who carry his legacy.

His firstborn Charles Joseph has already assumed the caring patriarchal stewardship of the Pretto family. Furthering John's lifelong love for amateur photography, model rocketry and civic leadership. Charles is joined by his wife Kimberly, son Anthony and his new bride Mariangela "Cookie", and daughter Liza.

His precious daughter Mary Kay is imbued with John's charitable spirit and care for humankind. She fosters John's love for private piloting, family gatherings, car rides, and reminiscing. Mary is supported by her sons, Ian and Shane.

Middle son, Robert Stephen shares in John's passion for the practice of Medicine and Radiology. Telling all that will listen, that his father was the best radiologist he has ever known. Bob gains John's appreciation for lifelong scholarship, musty textbooks, and appreciation for rural Nevada. Bob is joined by wife Lea, sons Stephen and Vincent.

John Giovanni, son number three, first to be born in Las Vegas, has keenly adopted Dr. John's mechanical ingenuity and love for electronics. Johnny best reflects Dr. John's enjoyment for social commune, laughing with friends and red wine. Johnny is shadowed by his son Gianni.

Joseph Jude, or expressively JOE! combines most clearly those features beloved in Dr. John. Namely patience, a disarming smile and generosity. Baby Joe's love for collecting will provide a lasting home for Dr. John's most important memorabilia. Joe's warm embracing handshake will remind most of Papa John. Joe accompanies Anne Jean Pretto.

Anne partnered with John to create a most loving and nurturing home for said progeny in Las Vegas, Nevada for more than 25 years. John Italo was born, raised and educated in the Land of Lincoln. He carried a life-long love for all things Illinois. Proud graduate of the University of Illinois for both undergraduate and medical degrees. He then completed a medical internship at Cook County Hospital and residency in Radiology at University of Illinois-Chicago. John practiced radiology in southern Nevada for nearly 50 years. Touching lives at Sunrise Medical Center, St Rose de Lima Hospital, Pretto Diagnostic Imaging and West Valley Imaging. His tenure at Boulder City Community Hospital returned him to a lifestyle he always cherished. This beloved city reminded him most of his small town roots. He and long-time companion and confidant, Karen Knisley, enjoyed an active life and many friendships for 30 years in Boulder City.

In addition to Karen, John is preceded in death by his parents Joe and Susie, and sister Marie.

The family welcomes all to celebrate John's life well-lived. Visitation, memorial mass and luncheon reception will be held at St Andrew Catholic Church, 1399 San Felipe Dr., Boulder City, Nevada, Wednesday, November 18, 2015 beginning at 10:00am. A private graveside service will follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Dementia/Alzheimer's research organization of your choice. Family and friends can sign an online memorial guestbook at www.bouldercityfamilymortuary.com.