I had a chance this morning to talk briefly with Rick Pretz. He’s the father of missing Northland mother Renee Pernice. He and his family showed up at the Clay County Courthouse, where Renee’s husband, Shon, made a brief appearance on a weapons theft charge unrelated to Renee’s disappearance.
I was amazed, during the short conversation that Pretz had with myself and other journalists, how he and his family have been able to maintain such character and strength through such an ordeal.
Most of us can only imagine what the family must be going through as the weeks and months continue to pass with few answers. And yet, in the face of such frustration, Rick Pretz is a gentleman to the core. He is kind and courteous. He is determined and full of faith.
People like Mr. Pretz truly make an impact on those in my profession. My job is to report the facts, and the fact is, Rick Pretz is a good man looking justice. I only hope he finds it sooner than later.