Catherine Pratt

1922 - 2018

Catherine Pratt obituary, 1922-2018, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Catherine Pratt Obituary

Fort Lauderdale pioneer and longtime educator Catherine "Shang" Bradwell Pratt, 95, peacefully transitioned to her Heavenly home on Friday, May 11, 2018. Catherine was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on September 17, 1922. She was the beloved daughter of proud parents, John and Henrietta Bradwell. Catherine matriculated through Broward County Schools, graduating from Fort Lauderdale's Dillard High School with the class of 1941. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education from the Tuskegee Institute and Master's Degree in Guidance Counseling from Indiana University. Catherine's goal was to serve her area community, so she worked at Florida's Lanier Junior High in Hallandale, Wingate Junior High and Everglades Middle (now William Dandy Middle School), both in Fort Lauderdale. She also served as a guidance counselor at Plantation High School. Catherine retired in 1985; however, after one year, she re-entered the workforce to serve as a BRACE Advisor at Dillard High School.. She retired from the Broward County School system after 43 years of dedicated service. After retiring, Catherine, whose mind remained sharp and witty, was active in several local civic organizations, such as the Baccalaureate, YMCA, and Northwest Federated Women's Club. One of Catherine's fondest lifelong pastimes stemmed from her love of playing basketball while in high school. She was ardent sports fan and was particularly fond of the Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins and the University of Miami. The Miami Heat's Chis Bosh and Dwyane Wade were her favorite players. Catherine Bradwell was married to the late Charles William Pratt. She leaves to mourn her daughter, Shawn Pratt-Allen, current principal at Lloyd Estates Elementary School, along with a host of dear relatives, former students and devoted friends A wake will be held on Friday, May 18, from 5-8 p.m. at Harris Chapel United Methodist Church, 2351 NW 26th Street, Oakland Park, Florida. The homegoing service will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at 11 a.m., also at Harris Chapel United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the H.W. Lewis Scholarship Fund at Harris Chapel United Methodist Church in the name of Catherine Pratt. Arrangements under the direction of Roy Mizell and Kurtz Funeral Service, 1305 NW 6th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311; (954)467-3426.

Published by Sun-Sentinel on May 17, 2018.
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Mrs. Pratt greeted everyone she knew with a smile. She always gave the best guidance and advice. She supported me with my college choice, she loved my husband sometimes more than me :), and gave great parenting help with my littles. She is thought of often and will never be forgotten. Continue to rest peacefully Mrs. Pratt.

LaToya Jackson-Barnett

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May 11, 2022

I just want to say we had great times together. Thanks Legacy for sending me a remembrance of this great woman of God.

I remember the smile on her face at Shawn´s wedding was the biggest smile I have ever since. She was so very proud.

I wish you were here to see my kids are all grown now. Amorron and Amadeus are still in Fort Lauderdale and Amaris, who graduated from Edward Waters College is in Jacksonville. You would be so proud of all of them.

I will always love you Pratt and will keep Shawn in my thoughts and prayers.

Rev. D´Mrtri Burke, MDiv
Associate Pastor
New Moriah AME Church
Jacksonville, FL

Rev. D´Mrtri Burke

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May 11, 2022

I wish I had known she died because I would have surely attended her Celebration of Life.

I loved her spirit and she was very supportive of every endeavor I tried to achieve while serving as her pastor. She always had an encouraging word and suggestions for the good of not only the church but also the community. Her legacy of love for children and those who strive to make a difference even against the odds will forever be in the hearts and minds of all of us who were blessed to encounter her in this life. I'm just si very thankful to God that I had the opportunity to share in her life and to sit at her feet to gain wisdom from her.


I pray God's blessings, grace and comfort for her faithful daughter Shawn and all who loved her and miss her.

Love you always,
"Pastor Dee"
Rev. D'Mrtri Crafton Burke, M.Div.
Pastor
Holsey Temple CME Church
3484 West 1st Street
Jacksonville, FL 32254

Rev. D'Mrtri Burke

September 9, 2018

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Wake

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Harris Chapel United Methodist Church

2351 NW 26th Street, Oakland Park, FL

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19

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11:00 a.m.

Harris Chapel United Methodist Church

2351 NW 26th Street, Oakland Park, FL

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1305 NW 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

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