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Chelsea
May 15, 2024
Thank you Dan, in case you ever see this. We still read these from time to time even all these years later. It is nice to know he is still remembered this way all these years later and we miss him too. We wish you, your family and your river the best as well. With heartfelt gratitude, the family
Dan Tonsmeire
August 7, 2021
My very best wishes to Tom´s family. We all miss the guy that stuck true to his principles and work ethic no matter the difficult decisions he made as a true scientist working for the betterment of us all. Always willing to share and educate us at whatever level we could absorb. He was a great man and I will always remember him so.
Chad Guercia
February 16, 2011
God bless you and your family. Thanks for getting me my start. My heart is broke.
Christopher Krambis, Jr., P.G.
March 27, 2007
I did not know Tom well, but the short time I did work with him at NWFWMD, it was obvious who the kingpin was there. He will be greatly missed. God Bless.
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Elaine McKinnon
January 16, 2007
Lorin:
My thoughts and prayers were with your family yesterday as I know we all had memories of Tom on his birthday. I still miss him.
Ron and Victoria (Rushing) Cueman
November 27, 2006
Our prayers and sympathy are with the family of Tom Pratt during this difficult time.
Tain-Shing Ma
October 16, 2006
I enjoyed working with you and I admired your wits. You will alwyas be missed.
Richard and Brenda Heath
August 21, 2006
Dear Debbie and Family,
How wonderful that Tom's family and
friends can read how highly Tom was
thought of by his colleagues and friends. May their words of praise and love help bring you comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Brenda and Richard
Paul and Jennifer Woodard
August 21, 2006
Our heartfelt sympathy to you all.
Koren Taylor
August 21, 2006
Tom's knowledge and interests were wider and deeper than the Floridan Aquifer, more interconnected and complex than the Wakulla Springs cave system, more elemental than the water that connects us all...
Il nous manquerai toujours.
The Zimmers
August 20, 2006
There are no words - only know that there is always a friend to listen.
Bill Rollinls
August 20, 2006
Tom will truly be missed by all. My prayers are with his family, District Staff, and all those people who now have an empty place in their heart that neads healing.
Ben and Betty Dulaney
August 20, 2006
To Tom's Family. We wish to extend our sympathy and prayers to all of the family. Only God and time can heal the hurt you have at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ben and Betty Dulaney.Prattville, Al
Craig Diamond
August 19, 2006
Lorin & Tom's family: My thoughts are with you all and I am deeply saddened by his departure. Tom will be sorely missed. I can say I considered him a true comrade -- he was competent, dedicated, and cared about his responsibilities. I enjoyed the professional relationship we shared at the district and in the many years thereafter. His intensity and his humor were great attributes and he'll be remembered for them.
William Watson
August 19, 2006
Tommy and Mary,
The Lord must have had a special purpose when he called Tom home.
Our Prayers are with you and all the family. Bill and Jo Watson
Montgomery, Al.
Nick Wooten
August 18, 2006
Tom was a wonderful, compassionate person that touched many lives and he will truly be missed. He was a highly regarded colleague with a vast knowledge about water resources and natural systems in Florida. His professionalism, dedication and passion were apparent to all of us fortunate enough to have known him and worked with him.
Chuck Drake
August 18, 2006
Dear Ms. Pratt:
I worked for a short time with Tom on water resource issues in Walton County, and really enjoyed talking with Tom, not only on geology issues, but other areas of interest.
I am sorry for your loss.
Chuck Drake, PG
Orlando
Paul Lee
August 18, 2006
Tom is a wonderful person, an excellent scientist, a helpful colleague. His departure is a great loss for all of us. Tom and his family will be in our prayers.
Kim and Jon Leoni
August 17, 2006
Lorin, Chelsey and Claudia,
We wish to express our sorrow to all of you and your families on the loss of your beloved husband and father, Tom.
Janet & Dave Miller
August 17, 2006
Dear Lorin,
We were so very saddened to hear of your great loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that you are all in our prayers.
Lynda Kinman
August 17, 2006
Dear Pratt Family,
My sister, Angela Chelette, worked with Tom, and had shared prayer requests for him with me. I never had the opportunity to meet Tom, but I know he was a very special person from what Angela has told me. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength as you deal with your great loss.
Ashie Akpoji
August 17, 2006
Tom shared his wealth of life challenges, passion and knowledge with all those he touched.
I was really shocked by the sad news of his passing. There is no doubt that the Lord, our God, has granted him rest in peace.
Terilynn Lewis
August 17, 2006
To all of the Pratt family, I share your sorrow and am keeping all of you and Tom in my prayers. Tom's wierd, wacky personality was what I loved most about him. From wetting his hair when he was upset or angry, to wolfing down food straight out of a tin can. I could always count on Tom to make me smile, even if it was the sound of his mimicing Maria's laugh in the hall. Or practically sitting on Franklin's lap, while asking him about his lunch. So many of my best memories of life at the District, involved Tom Pratt. You are missed. Be at peace my friend.
At home - 1989
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Gadsden County 1987
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Canoe Building 1982
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Return trip from NC - 1982
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Nantahala River 1982
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Chipola River 1982
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Dua Guvanasen
August 16, 2006
Dear Pratt Family,
Please accept our condolences for your loss. We have been fortunate and privileged to have worked with Tom over the past fifteen years. We will remember Tom as a very capable colleague who made a lot of valuable contributions to the Water Management District. We will also remember Tom as a very good friend. Tom will be sorely missed. Tom and the Pratt Family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Peter Huyakorn, Sorab Panday, Jan Kool, Vivek Bedekar, and Dua Guvanasen, HydroGeoLogic in Herndon, VA
Donald and MaryJoe Esry
August 16, 2006
So many of us hold precious memories and feel blessed to have known Tom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don and MaryJoe Esry
Virginia & Betty Jo
August 16, 2006
Tom's love for all of God's creation came very early in his life. As a small boy his family visits to Pickens County, AL, meant outings with relatives to look for shark teeth in a "special" ditch, arrowhead searches in a "secret" plowed field, and fossil hunts to Sumter County, AL. All finds were researched, identified, and then carefully tucked away for safe keeping. He also had a keen interest in old bottles and many hours were spent on the bank of the Alabama river in Montgomery where his parents took him to dig for "treasures". Tom was a precious Nephew and so full of life. Mary, Tommy, Deborah, Max, Marilyn and Lorin, our prayer is that God will give you peace and strength as you feel His love surround you. We love you!
Charles Morgan
August 16, 2006
Tom,
Our prayers and sympathy to you and your family.
John Boyer
August 16, 2006
I benefited immensely from Tom's professionalism, dedication, insight, and wit over the past several years. He possesed a unique and refreshing passion that will surely be missed. My prayers go out to his family.
Cheryl Hellums
August 16, 2006
Dearest Debbie and Family
I am so sorry for the passing of your dear brother, father, husband and son. Always know you are in my heart and prayers.
Cheryl Hellums and family
Anna Niles
August 16, 2006
Dearest Debbie and family During this sorrowful time please know that I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Keep your faith in God and remember Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4. I had never met Tom but to read all the kind and wonderful things about him he must have been a wonderful man and I know he will be missed by many.
Anna Niles and Family
Dan Pennington
August 16, 2006
I'm deeply saddened by this news and I give my thoughts and feelings of loss to his family. Tom was a very very good person that I had various opportunities to work with over the years. Florida, and northwest Florida in particular, will have less of a voice of reason and knowledge with Tom's passing. In an area that is developing ever so rapidly - loosing and altering its natural water resources - Tom always keep his eyes and efforts on the facts and helped many people (especially me) to better understand very complex natural systems. We could use more Tom Pratts in this world. His passing is a loss for us all.
Alex Magee
August 16, 2006
While working at the Department of Community Affairs, I dealt with several contentious projects involving groundwater issues. Tom's willingness to share his knowledge and analytical skills were a godsend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Pete Andersen
August 16, 2006
I will miss Tom immensely. His wit, keen observations, and enthusiasm made the projects we were involved with seem like something other than work.
Paul Gardner (Holley Navarre Water )
August 16, 2006
So sorry for your loss, Tom will be missed.
Elaine McKinnon
August 15, 2006
It is hard for me to find the right words to describe how truly special Tom Pratt was. He left a void at the District that won't ever be filled. He was a friend to all and I consider it a priviledge and an honor to have worked with him the past 18 years. Rest in Peace Bud!!
Paul and Jui-Fen Thorpe
August 15, 2006
We have been most fortunate to have known Tom; his wit, wisdom, charm, and thoughtfulness will always hold a special place in our memory. His exceptional dedication and knowledge will benefit so many generations to come. We wish to extend our most sincere sympathy and condolences to his family.
Jimmy & Lisa Chilton Jr
August 15, 2006
Debbie and Mr. & Mrs. Pratt, Our heart goes out to you. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary Maidhof
August 15, 2006
I first met Tom through the Florida Springs Task Force and was immediately impressed by his knowledge and dedication to increasing our knowledge of Florida springs so we could protect these invaluable resources. The protection of Florida's aquifers and springs were forever advanced by Tom's work.
My deepest sympathies on your loss. Perhaps it will provide some solace to remember that the flow of Florida's springs are a permanent testament to Tom and his public service to the current and future citizens of Florida.
Merri Sliger
August 15, 2006
Lorin,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. God can heal all things through faith.
Amanda Bedenbaugh
August 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with Tom’s family and friends. May God give you strength during this time of sorrow. I consider myself lucky to have worked with Tom at the District. He was a remarkable person. He will be missed and remembered always.
Tony Countryman
August 15, 2006
It is a great loss of a man who was so much. Tom was a leader, an advisor, and a mentor. He was a benefactor and an advocate. He was a beloved friend. Brother, you will be sorely missed!
Chadwick Taylor
August 15, 2006
In Grateful Memory of Tom Pratt
Jackson County and Northwest Florida has suffered the loss of a friend and servant most did not know we had. Tom was a true scientist of a rare breed who could bring clarity to complex issues for the rest of us. A regular visitor to Jackson County, he more than anyone else I know could explain the wonder world of hydrogeology beneath our feet. Whether explaining the delineation of the Jackson Blue Spring Basin to a meeting of planning and county commissioners or leading a field trip to some romote, rare and wondrous karst feature Tom enjoyed a passion for his work he shared with those around him. Like the resources he studied and explained to us all, Tom was a true public servant of the first magnitude. In his passing, Jackson County and the people of Florida can be grateful for the time he spent with us and the legacy he leaves in his work.
Joyce Dunaway
August 15, 2006
Lorin and family,
Hold tight to the precious memories of Tom as so many of us will. I feel truly blessed to have known him and worked with him at NWFWMD many years ago. My prayers are with you and your family.
Tyler Macmillan
August 15, 2006
Tom was a professional of the highest caliber who was extremely dedicated to teaching others about the natural world that he carefully studied and documented. More importantly, he was a wonderful person who had a passion for lively exchange of ideas and a gift of interesting others in the issues that he found important. I was blessed to have had the opportunity to work with, laugh with, and learn from Tom. My hope is that Tom's family, friends, colleagues, and students can revel in the joy of his life, not dwell upon the tragedy of his death, and continue to build upon the legacies that he started. Peace.
Valerie Ware
August 15, 2006
Dear Pratt Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. and Mrs. Pratt please know that we are praying for God's Grace and peace for you. Love, Valerie & Jerry, Leah and Jerra
Sorab Panday
August 15, 2006
I have worked with Tom for over 10 years - his thoroughness, integrity, professionalism, knowledge and love for his work were unsurpassed. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Rob Middlemas
August 14, 2006
Tom was a great asset to the District and a good man. I learned much from him over the years and will miss him sorely.
Barbara (DeBusk) Eischens
August 14, 2006
Tommy was a wonderful friend all of my high school and college years. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great fellow and my memories of our grand adventures while we were very young will always be special. Please know that you and your families will be in my prayers. He was a very special man and will be greatly missed.
Tracy Hunt
August 14, 2006
I was always glad to work with Tom when I was at the NWFWMD. He was one of those people that you felt you had known all your life. I will greatly miss seeing him around town. My sympathy and prayers are with you, Lorin.
James McNeal
August 14, 2006
Tom shared with all who knew him; his wit, his knowledge and yes, his opinion on all subjects. As a fellow Alabama geologist, we shared our history as well. He was a respected friend, and geologist. I was enriched by having known him.
H. MAC and MARY LEE GIPSON
August 14, 2006
Our thoghts and prayers are with the whole family during your time of mourning.
Todd Kincaid
August 14, 2006
I have always regarded Tom as a man of the highest quality mettle. He was a fine hydrogeologist and pursued his work with a rare level of passion and integrity from which Florida has greatly benefited. He will be missed.
Eric Songer
August 14, 2006
Dear Family,
Please accept my sympathy. I will miss Tom's unique sense of humor and candid demeanor. He will be missed by all who knew him..
Chris L. and Steve Banks
August 14, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very sad time.
Carol Wadsworth Jones
August 14, 2006
Mary & Tommy, I send my deepest condolences. My heart is breaking for you, and I will be in prayer for all of you. God will heal the pain, but it will take time.
Tien-Shuenn Wu
August 14, 2006
Tom's spirits will be always with us and his soul will be reborn!
Skip Cook
August 14, 2006
Tom's passing is a tremendous loss for us all. I had the opportunity of working with Tom on several challenging projects. He had a tremendous mind, was always professional, and had a desire to do protect the water resources of Florida. He was a good man who loved his family. We will all miss him.
Dave and Linda Barton
August 14, 2006
Tom greatly enriched the lives of all who were lucky enough to have known him. It is an honor to have worked with him for so many years. Our thoughts are with Lorin and his family.
Faith Eidse
August 14, 2006
To Tom's family: thank you for all you've given us; may you feel that underneath are the everlasting arms.
Lucinda Scott
August 14, 2006
I will miss Tom's daily greeting as he passed my desk and will miss him rummaging through the library stacks in search of a reference. My prayers are with Lorin and the children in this difficult time.
Dan Tonsmeire
August 14, 2006
I will always remember Tom. His knowledge, understanding, perspectives, humor, and dedication deeply influenced me, those he associated with, and the world in which he lived, worked, and played.
Dan Tonsmeire, Apalachicola Riverkeeper
Emma Guilarte
August 14, 2006
Sometimes distant and other times amazingly in full disclosure, always eccentric and bright. My love goes to for Max and Marilyn and those who feel your loss. Emma
Diana Thurman
August 14, 2006
Tom, from everyone who knew, loved and respected you, good-bye dear friend. And, from me, thank you for being the best boss anyone could ask for. You listened with an open ear and kind heart and, you shielded us all from the stress and aggravations of the workplace. I hope you are finally at peace.
August 14, 2006
Lorin my heart goes out to you and your family in the days ahead. Know that you are in my prayers.
Cindy Cosper
August 14, 2006
Tom's many friends at FDEP will remember his dedication and professionalism, and humor.
Paul O'Rourke
August 14, 2006
I am very sorry to hear about Tom. He was well liked and I know that he will be terribly missed.
Anne Lester
August 14, 2006
He had a good heart and precious soul. He will be sorely missed.
Gail M. Sloane
August 14, 2006
Our Watershed Monitoring group at the DEP in Tallahassee will remember Tom as a thoughtful, bright and good man. He made many important contibutions to our state wide water quality monitoring program. He will be missed, and his family and colleagues are in our thoughts and prayers.
Janice Alford
August 14, 2006
Tommy & Mary,
I know this is a hard time for you. I will keep you in my prayers.
Janice Alford, Wetumpka, AL
Richard Delp
August 14, 2006
Tom will be greatly missed by the many professionals at Baskerville-Donovan, Inc. that have had the extreme pleasure of working with him through the years. He was a great and wonderful individual.
Sharon Harrell
August 14, 2006
My thoughts and prayers to Tom's family and friends. He will certainly be missed by everyone.
Janet Starnes
August 14, 2006
Tom was a dear friend during my tenure at NWFWMD. His knowledge and professionalism were of the highest caliber. He will surely be missed. My heart and prayers go out to his family and coworkers.
Philip Jones
August 14, 2006
We will all miss Tom. His experience, knowledge, and expertise may never be replaced.
Ruben Arteaga
August 14, 2006
Dear Pratt Family, Please accept my heart felt sympathy for your loss.
I was fortunate to have worked with Tom at the Water Management District. Even though our encounter was brief, my impression of him will always be everlasting.
He was a brilliant person and had touched so many lives. His warm spirit will live on forever.
Tim Haag
August 14, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and Tom's colleagues at the District. Tom's talents, skills and knowledge earned him the respect of everyone who worked with him. It was a pleasure and a privilge to have worked with and known him over the past twenty years. We will truly miss him.
Albert Starr
August 14, 2006
I am truly sorry this has happened.
Sincerely,
Marian Fugitt
August 14, 2006
Dear Lorin and family,
You and your loved ones will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Marian
Clinton Wells
August 14, 2006
God Bless & Keep You
Tammie Blakeman
August 14, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
William Cleckley
August 14, 2006
The water resources of Northwest Florida, especially its imperied springs systems, lost one of its most valiant guardian's and protector's last week. Tom's devotion to his life's work will never be forgotten. May his spirit, like the waters he loved so dearly, flow through those of us who had the privlege to know him.
Maria Jordan
August 14, 2006
Tom Pratt will also be missed in the NWFWMD-Marianna Office as well. It was a pleasure to have worked with him during the Blue Springs project. May God bless and keep you in his loving arms during this difficult time.
Maria Culbertson
August 14, 2006
Tom, I'm going to really miss you my friend. I loved your humor and the way you could laugh like me. You were so smart and so much a part of the District life. I will never forget you. You made a difference and we are all much better for knowing you.
Betsey Dobbins
August 14, 2006
I only worked with Tom for about a year, but what an unforgettable year. The accounting section of NWFWMD will surely miss his daily ins and outs. And his chocolate pies:) My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and loved ones.
Dorothy Cotton
August 14, 2006
Tom was a very special person and will be greatly missed at the District. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gale Thompson
August 14, 2006
I will miss Tom's greatly. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family.
Mark Maimone
August 14, 2006
Tom was a very respected colleague, a thoughtful, intelligent professional who took his job seriously, protecting the water resources of the State. I will miss working with him. His contributions to the profession were invaluable, and will be greatly missed.
Bill Pitt
August 14, 2006
My deepest condolences to the family. Tom was a true professional who dedicated his career to public service and the betterment of our lives.
Walt Schmidt
August 14, 2006
Tom was a respected, competent, motivated professional and public servant. The State and the NW District area are clearly a better place because of his efforts. He will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
Peter Dohms
August 14, 2006
Tom's contributions to the profession of geology in NW Florida were immense; he will be sorely missed. On a personal level, I counted Tom as a friend as well as a valued colleague.
Tom Scott
August 14, 2006
Tom will be missed by all of us who knew him. His lively debates and comments at our meetings will always be remembered.
Manley Fuller
August 14, 2006
The Florida Wildlife Federation greatly appreciates the significant contributions Tom has made to protection and public understanding of Florida's groundwater and natural resources. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Leigh & Larry Bottomley
August 13, 2006
We will always remember your smile and dry wit. We enjoyed many canoe trips with you long ago. You and all your family members are in our hearts and prayers
Mal & Barbra Williams
August 13, 2006
Keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers.
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