Praik, David

David Praik, 66, of Canton, passed away February 29 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in San Diego, CA, he was raised in Medford and graduated from Medford High School. David went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Boston University and attended Andover Newton Theological Seminary. He was the office administrator for Affordable Cleaning Solutions in Canton for many years before retiring. He had previously worked as a paralegal for the Attorney General in the Department of Consumer Protection and also as a paralegal for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court.

David was the “Ultimate Father” who was extremely proud of his children and could always be seen at their activities. He was an avid baseball fan and loved family trips to Maine.

Beloved husband of Arlene M. Grasso. Devoted father of Jillian Praik of Salem, NH, and Kevin and Elissa Praik, both of Canton. Son of Joann Praik of Salem, NH, and the late Buhl Praik. Brother of the late Georgi Sullivan.

Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home, 455 Washington Street, Friday from 4-7 p.m. Funeral mass in St. John the Evangelist Church in Canton Saturday at 10 a.m. Burial Canton Corner Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made in David’s memory to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284, www.danafarber.org/gift.

For guestbook, see www.dockrayandthomasfuneralhome.com.

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