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DON PRATT

Salt Lake City, Utah

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Don Jay Pratt "Gone Flying" Don Jay Pratt, 82, passed away Oct. 4, 2010 in Taylorsville, Utah. Born January 14, 1928 in Tooele, Utah, son of William Jay and Winnona LaVern Bouck Pratt. Married Corinne Hollingsworth March 24, 1951 in Tooele, Utah. He was a pilot and the owner of Canyonlands...

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Susan, you probably don't remember me but I was your friend during our elementary years at John C Fremont and on Ebony Avenue. I married Wesley Fisher who is Gene Fisher's son who knows your Dad well.Your Dad took Wes and I up in his plane and toured SLC and the mine. This was when we were dating and your Dad was so nice and that is something I will never forget. We have 2 boys and 7 grandchildren now. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. I lost my parents within...

Corinne, Diana, Sharon, Susan and Gayle. I am so sorry. The loss of a parent and spouse is so painful. I remember coming to stay at your home for a couple days when I was a child and my mom had nose surgery. Your dad took us out for a ride and let you girls take turns driving the car on his lap. I was so jealous. We jumped on the trampoline and your family made sure I had a nice time. I want you to know I am thinking of you all and I hope you can focus on the good memories, at this...

Hi Grandpa,

I am sorry Matt, Annabelle, and I could not be there today to say goodbye. I know you are happy and in a much better place now. I will see you again one of these days. I love you, and I will try to be a "good girl" in the mean time.

Love,

Angie

Don, thanks for your help over the years. I know how much your visits meant to mom and dad. You will always be in mine and my kids hearts. You were a great business man. I still enjoy the thoughts of your dealings with Auntie Bouck. Big Hugs your cousin Lana Young and family

Hi Dad me and Annebelle are getting ready to come visit you. This time we are getting all dressed up for you. We got you a new towel to dry you with since our last visit when Annie soaked you with kisses. I know you are being a good boy because that is what you always say with those sparling blue eyes and beautiful smile. Dad keep sqeezing my hand knowing your with me I will not be such a scaredy cat.
Love Sharon

Hey Dad me and annebelle are getting all pretty to come see ya. I am going to make sure Annie has her teeth brushed and gargles for your big kiss and we have a special towel to dry you with. Dad having your spirit around your two scardy cats is going to comfort us and give us confidence to be adventours like you. Love you and you be a good boy.
Sharon

Dear Girls,I know how hard it is to lose a parent.Just keep in mind all the good times and,memories you all had in your dad's earlier years.Try not to remember the end because, a life is measured by everyone's dash in life 1928-2010.I know Jay was tired but,now he is free of his pain and can fly a brand new plane!.Hold together at this time, love always shows its presence in many different ways, we always cannot see.Our love to all of you..Jack and Sam Clifford

Jay thanks for being a good friend and neighbor. I am glad for the time we were able to spend togeather. I am going to miss the times that I went to the liquor store to buy you wine ( smile) I hope that there will be someone to take care of Corinne in your absence.

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Ray Campos

Love you grandpa, you loved all and always made us all feel so special! I miss you and will keep you memory alive forever! Bray loved playing on the floor with you, and I will never forget how you always lifted us up with your hands because you were so strong!
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Jamie, Brandon, Braydon, and baby!!!