Remembering Ben Prado
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Benjamin Prado was an exceptional man – a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, and an amazing son, brother, uncle, mentor and friend. On Saturday, May 16, 2020, Ben passed away suddenly and unexpectedly after suffering a massive heart attack less than 24 hours before. He made an impact on the lives of everyone who knew him, and my heart breaks for my sister Ileana, their sons Santino and Adrian, daughters-in-law Rachel and Jessica, and granddaughter Ella.
Ben was a family man in every sense of the word. He and Ileana were married for 44 years and he loved spending every moment of every day with her. He spoke to his kids near daily and adored the visits he spent with Ella hunting for bugs, watching shows, and sharing snacks.
With an infectious smile, incredible sense of humor, and unique perspective, Ben became a friend and/or mentor to everyone he met. Among his biggest passions, he loved coaching soccer for local youth and managed Cerritos United Soccer Club, alongside Ileana, for over 20 years. Known by many as "Coach Ben," he would often be stopped by former soccer players who wanted to share how much of an impact he had on their lives. They would recount his dependable presence and humorous coaching stories that undoubtedly led to values to live by that included discipline, hard work, and determination - lessons that will live on through those that knew him.
Even in his passing he continues to inspire his family and his community to strive for bigger and better things. As a Veteran who served in the Marines, he was a leader who was fearless and never wavered in his beliefs, goals, and love for life. He showed us what it meant to be bold and unstoppable. He taught by example and we will never forget the values he has instilled.
With all of the emotional pain and distress that my sister and her family are going through, I am creating this fund to help fill the many needs of Ben's family during this extremely difficult time as they are now forced to navigate a future without his wisdom and guidance. All donations are greatly appreciated and will be used to help ease the cost of unexpected medical bills and other expenses that will be incured in the coming months.
Please also visit www.facebook.com/groups/rememberingcoachben/ to share your favorite pictures, stories, and/or memories of Ben so that we can keep his legacy alive forever.
Ben was a family man in every sense of the word. He and Ileana were married for 44 years and he loved spending every moment of every day with her. He spoke to his kids near daily and adored the visits he spent with Ella hunting for bugs, watching shows, and sharing snacks.
With an infectious smile, incredible sense of humor, and unique perspective, Ben became a friend and/or mentor to everyone he met. Among his biggest passions, he loved coaching soccer for local youth and managed Cerritos United Soccer Club, alongside Ileana, for over 20 years. Known by many as "Coach Ben," he would often be stopped by former soccer players who wanted to share how much of an impact he had on their lives. They would recount his dependable presence and humorous coaching stories that undoubtedly led to values to live by that included discipline, hard work, and determination - lessons that will live on through those that knew him.
Even in his passing he continues to inspire his family and his community to strive for bigger and better things. As a Veteran who served in the Marines, he was a leader who was fearless and never wavered in his beliefs, goals, and love for life. He showed us what it meant to be bold and unstoppable. He taught by example and we will never forget the values he has instilled.
With all of the emotional pain and distress that my sister and her family are going through, I am creating this fund to help fill the many needs of Ben's family during this extremely difficult time as they are now forced to navigate a future without his wisdom and guidance. All donations are greatly appreciated and will be used to help ease the cost of unexpected medical bills and other expenses that will be incured in the coming months.
Please also visit www.facebook.com/groups/rememberingcoachben/ to share your favorite pictures, stories, and/or memories of Ben so that we can keep his legacy alive forever.
Organizer and beneficiary
Denise Robinson
Organizer
Menifee, CA
Jessica Prado
Beneficiary