Richard Pratt
October 09, 1935 - August 22, 2020
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Pratt, Richard "Dick" Bridgeport, Michigan Our loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at HealthSource-Saginaw. He was 84 years old. Richard Ray Pratt was born on October 9, 1935 in Saginaw to the late Ray F. and Alice I. (Ball) Pratt. Dick proudly served his country with the United States Army. Following his return to Saginaw, Dick started working with General Motors in skilled trades and retired after 46 years of service. He loved to hunt and fish, and spending time with his family and dogs. Dick was skilled with his hands and could often be found fixing or building any project placed before him. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Rosetta; children: Richard "Rick" (Jackie) Pratt, Jr., Deborah Pratt, Steven (Sheila) Pratt, Dennis Pratt, Jeffrey (Shirley) Pratt, Angela Pratt and Tonia (Christopher) McCormick; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren; siblings: Ken, Gary, Ray, Gail, Diane and Dawn, brothers-in-law, Palmer Short, David Short, Boyd Short and Emil Short; sisters-in-law: Gracie Pouget and Nancy Craft; dear friend, Billie Udell; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, and step-son, Patrick Scott. According to Dick's wishes cremation has taken place and there are no services planned at this time. The Deisler Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Pratt family. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com
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Nancy Craft Crowe
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I love my brother-in-law, Richard Pratt! He was a loving husband to my sister, Rosetta. He loved his dogs. I can remover Richard carrying his Baby, his little hand size do around wrapped in a blanket. He treated her just like a baby. He was a man gifted with many talents! He loved outdoors, loved repairing broken items, a good painter, an excellent carpenter, if he got an image in his head he could make it with profession! He didn't talk much about the war. He was a quiet humble man. I loved sitting at the table and talking to him. I feel Richard is with his loving mother, his favorite brother-in-law, Ron and his special step-son, Scott! I love you Richard! I know you loved my sister! Distance has kept us apart but my heart has been there...RIP...May you find joy in the reunion of your heavenly loved ones! :heart::blue_heart:
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Tonia McCormick
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My dad there are so many memories. He was always there whenever I needed anything. All I had to do was ask. He gave me so much love, joy and laughter. I can not put into words the depth of how much I will miss him. I LOVE YOU DAD AND WILL MISS YOU.
Rest now dad. LOVE PUMPKIN
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Bill Udell
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Dear Richard, Thank you so much for the time spent with Scotty and I . We always enjoyed the fireplace you and Rosetta gave us. We would sit around it and reminace about good times. Always enjoyed meeting and talking with you both for lunch or dinner at Golden Corral or in Frankenmuth. The family dinner with Tonia was a favorite and we always had good conversation wherever we were at. When you pulled up with the puppy Lilo in the driveway for Scotty, that was the greatest memory ever!. I am so sorry they are all days gone by. I will treasure the memories. I am so grateful. Until we all meet in heaven at Gods table, Rest in Peace Richard. Love Bill