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Frances Anne "Fran" Pratt

Frances Pratt Obituary

Frances Anne "Fran" Pratt Battle Creek Frances Anne "Fran" Pratt, age 22, of Battle Creek, died unexpectedly Thursday, September 18, 2008, in Battle Creek. Frances was born on August 9, 1986 in Kalamazoo, MI and was the daughter of Charles A and Sandra L. (Sherwood) Pratt. She graduated in 2004 from Battle Creek Central High School and was currently attending Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. Frances enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her nieces and nephews. She also enjoyed music, photography, traveling, and the company of her friends. Frances is survived by her father: Charles A Pratt of Battle Creek; her sisters: Eir (Joe) Dillman and Gillian Pratt, both of Battle Creek; her four brothers: Aaron Pratt of New York City, Blair Pratt of Traverse City, MI, Thomas and Edward Pratt-both of Battle Creek; her nieces: Shania, Cayla, Savannah and Sandra and her nephews: Kaycee and Termarian, all of Battle Creek. Frances was preceded in death by her grandparents: Charles and Thelma Pratt and by her mother: Sandra Lynn on July 19, 1992. At the request of the family, the memorial service to celebrate Frances' life will be held on Thursday, September 25th at 3:00 p.m. at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, Battle Creek, where friends may call one hour prior to the service. Final interment will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI, next to her mom, Sandra. Memorial contributions in Frances' honor may be made to the Humane Society of Calhoun County, 2500 Watkins Road, Battle Creek, MI 49015. A personal message to the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Sep. 21, 2008.

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TerMarien Gray

December 10, 2022

This was my aunt . She was funny no matter what the situation was she was always their for me Fran love making everybody happy miss her dearly I just want too hug her but I can't it's so hard too deal with death when I was younger we literally did everything together she was always taking care of me wish things could Have be different for her Fran we all love you... That smile we miss R.I.P Franny

Jessica Earl

September 26, 2008

Look to the hills from which cometh your help. Your help comes from the Lord. Be encouraged during this time of sorrow, and remember all the good times you shared with Franny. Continue to stand strong and stand tall, and God will take care of the rest. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.

Loretta Whitt

September 25, 2008

Dear Mr. Pratt
I hope during your time of sorrow you can take comfort in knowing your precious daughter was very much loved and touched the hearts of many. My daughter (Joy) was very good friends with her. When ever she spoke of Frannie I could hear the fondness in her voice. My prayers go out to you, your family and all of her young friends who are missing her right now. May God continue to strengthen and keep you during your time of need.

jennifer force

September 25, 2008

Frannie was so funny i will never forget her she is a beautiful person and will be missed LOTS

love you Frannie watch over me and Ed (ur brother)

Lynn Scherer

September 24, 2008

Mr. Pratt and family,
We are truly sorry to hear about your loss. Franny was an amazing person who always made us smile. She will be missed.

You are in our thoughts and prayers,
The Scherer Family

Nikki Jo Odisher

September 24, 2008

Mr.Pratt and Family,
Your daughter was a wonderful person who touched so many. She will be remember. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

NaTashia Huntley

September 24, 2008

I knew Franny from school she was always smiling and always full of life she was truly be missed, but now she is in a better place.

R I P Franny

Jeanette Woody

September 23, 2008

Dear Pratt Family,

We ar so sorry for your lose, Fran was such a special person to so many people, she will be missed by many.

The face of an angel is all that is here,
one beautiful freckle equals one terrified tear,
Not ready to leave but has to go,
wants to go back but gods says no.
Leaving your life is a scary thought,
I guess it's something that can't be fought.
A mother, a father, a sister, a friend.
a meaningful life that suddenly ends,
an angel is what she was meant to be, now just think of all she can see.
Looking over her family night and day,saying I love you in her own special way.
In the night we sleep, in the day we cry, She watches us all from her star in the sky.

God Bless You
The Woody Family

Pat Thomas Tania Mayberry

September 23, 2008

To the Pratt Family,

I'm sorry for your loss, Fran was a happy go lucky person, sweet and kind to everyone she incountered. My prayers are with you to get through this moment in time. Always remember she was loved by everyone that knew her.

Terron Gray

September 23, 2008

Sorry the Pratt family for your lost. I wish I could attend the funneral to pay my respects to Fran for being a wonderful aunt to my son. I'll keep her in my prayers,and the same with the family.

Jerris Finkbeiner

September 23, 2008

Charlie I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious daughter. Please be sure that you and your family are in my prayers.

AMY RANDOLPH

September 23, 2008

For all who knew Fran, to lose her is a whole left in our hearts. The bright, shining star that she is will continue to shine from above. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mr. Pratt, Helen, Eir, Joe and kids if anything is needed please call.

September 23, 2008

To the Pratt Family,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Gray Family - George, Shawn, Terron, George Jr., Teresa, and Latae'Veion (Woodbridge, Va)

Brittany

September 22, 2008

Franny, I Love You More Than Words Can Speak... Remembering All The Good Times In High Scool && Even Our Trip To Florida... You Will Be Missed By So Many... I Know Your Safe now... Nothing Can Stop That Mighty Bear Cat =0) && To Franny's Family... I Am So Sorry About Your Lose... Just Remember She Was Loved My Many!!! && Will ALWAYS Be Loved By Many!!! I Love You Frann!!!

Amanda Kruszka

September 22, 2008

Mr. Pratt and Family-
Fran will always be remembered as a ray of sunlight. Let her light warm your hearts during this time and forever remain with you.

-My condolences,

Rich Alden

September 22, 2008

Words can't fix the hole in our heart or mend the hurt that we all feel. May god bless you all!...she will be missed

Carrie Pennock

September 22, 2008

To all of the Pratts:

Frannie made me laugh... she could be such a silly girl!!! I know you know how much she meant to so many people. I know she knows it too. I am thinking of you all. You are in my prayers. Frannie will be watching over us all!!

Trish, Payge, Lyndsie, Nathan and Connor Augustine

September 22, 2008

Mr. Pratt and Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of Frannie...everytime we saw her, she would wave and smile that huge smile...we know there are no words....just know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Karrin Reinheimer

September 22, 2008

Dear Pratt Family, No words can ease the loss of a loved one. But I just wanted to remind you, that you are all in my thoughts and prays. I have many fond memories of Fran when we were younger and I hope through this terrible time you all can remember the good times too. God Bless.

Stanley Drain

September 22, 2008

May God strenghten you in this time of loss... The family is in my prayers.

Nina Stravers

September 22, 2008

The Pratt Family: I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Fran. My prayers and thoughts are with you. If you need anything, please call me.

Dr. Robert Houghtaling

September 22, 2008

We as a staff are so sorry to hear about Frances. We always enjoyed talking with her. She always was smiling and so full of life. We will greatly miss her.

Mike & Denise Rust

September 22, 2008

Pratt family, our words can not wipe away the sadness and pain you and many of us whom have been privilaged to know Fran & your family are feeling. We send love and prayers you way and hope you find strength in friends and family. God bless you all from the Reinheimer-Rust family.

Tammy Friddle

September 22, 2008

My prayers and condolences to all the family and friends of Frannie. She will be truly missed. Such a wonderful and vibrant person who made everyone around her smile. I am so glad I had the opportunity to know her and be a part of her life if even for a short time. Eir and Joe you know if you need anything at all just let me know. Love you very much.

brianna Brown

September 22, 2008

dear pratt family i only met your daughter a couple of times
but she is very energetic and smiling im very sorry for your loss and i will keep you in my prayers

Kellie Hungerford

September 21, 2008

Coach, i loved franny very much, i can only imagine what you are going through right now, i am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Ashley Goodwin

September 21, 2008

Mr. Pratt,
I am so sorry for your lose. You raised an amazing daughter. You are in my prayers.

RoSheena Isom

September 21, 2008

Franny Was Full Of Life and was always happy and smiling,she will truely be missed by everyone,gone but never forgotten.... sending my condolences to the Pratt Family

JOHN FLEMING

September 21, 2008

I'M VERY SORRY FOR YOU LOSS MR. PRATT.. ED AND TOM, LOVE YOU GUYS AND JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MINE AND EVERYONE ELSE'S PRAYERS WHO HAVE BEEN THERE SINCE DAY ONE.
S'AGAPO

Deanna Milcher

September 21, 2008

Mr Pratt,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Frannie was a wonderful girl. She is gone but never forgotten-you have been a good friend to our family.
Love and tears- Deanna,Justin and Brandon Milcher

Veta Daniel

September 21, 2008

Mr. Pratt and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Frannie was such a great person and always had a smile and a laugh each time I saw her! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lynnette Fowler

September 21, 2008

Mr. Pratt, I did not know your daughter,but I can't even imagine that hurt that you are going thru. I've got 2 son's around her age and her passing toched my heart! We'll pray for you & my God bless

Keely Knopp

September 21, 2008

Mr Pratt, Gillian, Thomas and the rest of the family: Wanted to let you know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Franny was such an amazing person and surely will be missed.

Keely Knopp
Baltimore, MD

Kathy So

September 21, 2008

Mr. Pratt and family, I am really sorry for your loss. Frannie was such a special person and brought so many smiles. My heart goes out to you and I will keep you in my heart and prayers.

Jessica Austin

September 21, 2008

To the Pratt family I send my Prayers to you all. I will truely miss Franny. She always kept a smile on her face, and she loved making others smile that's what I will miss most of all!

Milton Headen

September 21, 2008

Mr. Pratt and family. you are in my thoughts and prayers. may God comfort you.

Peggie Yate

September 21, 2008

A life so short. You and your family are in my prayers. May God be with you in the day to follow.

Seyon Rogers

September 21, 2008

Franny you will be truley missed and loved i will keep you in my prayer

Nicole Burgdorf

September 21, 2008

The Pratt family will be in our thoughts and prayers, I hope God will comfort you. Franni will be missed, I havent seen her in a while, but the loss of her life was too soon, and tragic. May God be with your family.

Lorie Brown-Shelton

September 21, 2008

Pratt family, I am so sorry for your lost, may God be with you. I have been through what you are going through so i totally understand what you all are going through. Eir i love you and if you need anything i am here for you! Frannie will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

Nikkea Brewer

September 21, 2008

I love you Pratt Family. You are in my prays. Fran will be missed greatly. God Bless You!

Aletta Roebuck

September 21, 2008

Just wanted to let you know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you can find some comfort in your fond memories of Frannie.

Bob Armstrong

September 21, 2008

Mr. Pratt and family, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your loved ones are in our prayers. Sincerely, Bob and Peggy Armstrong

Arthur McClenney

September 21, 2008

Mr. Pratt I'll have your family in my thoughts. God bless you.

Keona Ackley

September 21, 2008

We love u and u will be missed frannie!

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