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Frederick Pratt Obituary
Dr. Frederick Pratt was a dedicated physician, local and international volunteer, and peace activist who above all else gave himself entirely to the service of mankind. On the beautiful morning of August 25, 2006, Dr. Pratt died in his home surrounded by family. In addition to his wife Patricia M. Pratt, who shared with him his passions and work, Dr. Pratt is survived by his children Gwynne Pratt, Daryl Pratt and wife Alison, Marcelle Pratt and husband Dr. David Koster, Serena Pratt and fiance John Robinson, and Dr. Dyveke Pratt; grandchildren Kelan Pratt and wife Jeannette, Carin and Jennifer Pratt, Arthur, August and Arie Koster; great-grandchildren Sydney and Lauren Pratt and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased in death by sister Elizabeth, and brothers Robert and Arthur Pratt.
Born in North Clarendon, Vt., on August 18, 1926, he was the son of Roy and Mary Pratt. A World War II veteran, Fred attended the University of Vermont on the G.I. bill, graduating in 1950 with a Bachelors Degree in Science. He entered the University of Vermont Medical School where he earned his M.D. in 1953. During medical school he met and married Anna Temple Condos (Dr. Anna Pratt, pathologist, deceased 1974).
In 1954 he moved to Folsom, Calif., and began his career as a general practitioner. After four years of practice Dr. Pratt returned to the East Coast to complete a residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Upstate New York Medical Center, Syracuse. He returned to Sacramento, Calif., in 1962 and began a private practice in plastic surgery. Dr. Pratt was also an assistant clinical professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, University of California, Davis, School of Medicine and founded the Sutter Cleft Palate and Orofacial Anomaly Panel, Sacramento. He married Patricia, a surgical nurse, in May of 1976. After 25 years Dr. Pratt "retired" from private practice to begin a second career of volunteerism. This career took Dr. Pratt to the far reaches of the globe to help those most in need of medical care. He was also committed to local health activities. He founded a plastic surgical clinic through the Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society SPIRIT program to help Sacramento's uninsured residents. Other community activities included; Sacramento Area Peace Action, Physicians for Social Responsibility, United Nations Associations of Sacramento and Town and Country Democratic Club. He will be remembered and missed by people around the world, as Fred, Dr. Pratt, "Doc," and "the doctor." His love and generous spirit embodied in the hugs he gave so freely will be missed by all. The following excerpt from Two Tramps in Mud-Time by one of his beloved poets, fellow Vermonter Robert Frost, was one of his favorites:
"only when love and need are one and
work is play for mortal stakes
is the deed ever really done
for Heaven and the futures sake"
Contributions in his memory may be made to the Agape Foundation (Agape is a Greek word meaning "unselfish love of one person for another"), at 1095 Market Street, Suite 304, San Francisco, CA 94103 - www.agapefdn.org.
A memorial service will be held to celebrate Dr. Pratt's life and work at 3:00 PM on Oct. 1 at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Sacramento, 2425 Sierra Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95825.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Pratt
Sponsored by Jeane and Jack Davidson.
Mynga K Futrell
August 19, 2024
Discussing my soon-to-happen 80th birthday, I found myself quoting Fred just yesterday, all these many years after his death, so I searched online for his name today to see what Google offered me. This came up first. Knowing I had grown up in Kentucky and (I guess) hearing me opine at humanist meetings, Fred had publicly labeled me --more than once-- as "the apple that rolled away from the tree." I valued his opinion at the time. I did so and continue to admire Fred for his marvelous pro bono work.
Rose Sengendo
August 24, 2023
Hi Serena and Devicky Pratt. Rose in Uganda, East-Africa here. We still remember your dad. He was truly a great man and we know what we are talking about. Love from +256752891416 and [email protected]
Rhonda and Ralph
August 25, 2020
We miss Fred. He will always live in our hearts as a caring and devoted Friend and champion of good in this world.
Charles Ondego
August 24, 2020
Eternally indebted to the great Patrick for mentoring me in surgery and helping me see the world through international prism. Kisumu , Kenya , 1998.... Unforgettably .
Rhonda Barrett
August 25, 2019
Fred, was and continues to be an inspiration. How fortunate to have been touched by his generosity of kindness and spirit. Fred dedicated his life to fighting injustice and to helping those who could not help themselves. In Fred's physical absence he continues to encourage me not to look the other way. With much love and gratitude for the memory of one, Fred Pratt, whose extraordinary life was spent in service to others. Friend, Rhonda Barrett
Khayam AZZAWI
September 23, 2010
I would remember Dr Pratt all my-life. His teaching to me in Damascus was fantastic. he is very pleasent hard working. 1997 we met in Damascus-Syria we went through nearly 50 cases of clefts and facial deformities for advice. then we maange to do 15 cleft cases and ear reconstruction all that in three days.
his love is in the heart.
Dr Khayam AZZAWI
Damascus University
General, paediatric and plastic surgeon.
Hamed Hashemi Nasl
January 7, 2009
I send my condolensces to the Pratt family. Dr. Pratt and the Tuesday group taught me the first skills I needed, was the roots of my learning, and for a young student like me he was more the friend than the mentor. It was a loss for me to hear of his passing away. I pray for his passing soul and wish the family blessings. He was indeed a Prince among people, one of the best in the world, and I will always value him and the times I shared with him in my youth.
Dear Pratt,
I say goodbye, and I will miss you Dr. Frederick Pratt, a Master whose arts doth convey unto the other, as the "learner," the Eunch who stands there and figures things for the first time. You were the root of my learning, and I am sorry to see you go. Allah rest your soul in peace. I wish you well with the heavens above.
May he rest in peace. Amen.
Dorothy Gaal
February 2, 2007
Dear Pat,
You and your family have been on my mind for months. I send kind thoughts and sympathy. It was such a pleasure and honor to work with Fred on two Healing the Children trips, the latter in La Vega Dominican Republic. Oh how he loved the patients, families, and medical students. He provided the best care and great teaching. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. He was a mentor and a source of inspiration.
Take care
Dorothy
Roxian (Rimondi) Andrews
December 15, 2006
Dear Aunt Pat,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. I think of you often.
Humayun Ayub Khan
December 2, 2006
It will a sad christmas for the misshapen and the downtroddens of the world as their santa will not have visited them to fix them. I have seen faces of despair shed tears of joy after Dr. Pratt's operations. He taught me the language of wounds. 'It will speak to you and tell you how to fix it'. He showed me the path and put me on the boat to learning his art. I have just reached the end of my journey and completed my training in plastic surgery.
If I can achieve half of what he has done for humanity I would consider myself blessed. Mrs. Pratt and her family may have lost a loving, caring husband and father but heaven has gained a true Saint.
Sincerely,
Humayun Ayub khan(formerly in Abbottabad, Pakistan)
Brady & Tony Torres
November 12, 2006
Hi Pat, AND especially Hello to your daughter who read her poem at the Physicians for Social Responsibility dinner & entire Pratt family, We share the pain of your loss of your beloved husband and father. We have made a donation in Fred's name to the AGAPE fund per Mr. Leon Lefson. AND we have sent you a personal invitation to a FUN dinner dance ..... to celebrate life.... With love and condolencias(condolenses in Spanish)Mrs. Brady Maria Lynne Torres and husband Mr. Antonio Salvador Torres(president of AES - ECUADORian ASSOCIATION of SACRAMENTO) ECUADOR thanks DR. FRED PRATT for each operation, per the PRATT PRINCIPLE - ONE PATIENT AT A TIME in ECUADOR.
Maureen Corby
October 16, 2006
Pat and Girls,
Bob and I were so sorry to hear about Fred's passing..He will be missed.
October 1, 2006
Pat and family, we Just wanted you to know that all our family thought the service was very touching in many ways. I think, Natalie particularly came away with a real sense of awe and inspiration. Pete says to tell you he will try to do more hugging.
Ivan Rarick
September 30, 2006
the world has lost a true hero.
Rose Sengendo
September 29, 2006
Dear Patricia and family,
To us, Dr. Fred Pratt was like a member of the family. He took good care of our mom with whom he happened to work when he came down to Uganda. When our mom died and we informed him, Fred came down to Uganda with Patricia to give us his condolences in person. Fred was one of the greatest and honourable men I ever saw and we will greatly miss him as a person.
Rose Sengendo, Advocate, Sengendo and Co. Advocates, Kampala, Uganda
Sandra Torguson
September 14, 2006
His life was a wonderful example of what one person can do.
My symapathy to you, Pat, and your family.
Kate Bolton, MD
September 10, 2006
Dear Pat and family,
I just learned of Fred's death. I find it hard to think he won't be coming down to Mexico again and he isn't there on the other end of a phone or e-mail when I have a little patient for which I need advice. I know I didn't get to thank him well enough for his help and example, nor have I thanked you for your support and sharing of his work, time and attention. He leaves a huge void that will be difficult to fill. So, thanks Fred for all that you have done and given. I can only hope to continue on a small part of your spirit Many others you have touched will help as well...
Rich and Mary Howard
September 10, 2006
Dear Patricia and Family,
We will miss Fred's warm presence at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Sacramento, the quiet conversations at the back of the sanctuary, aand the stories of your travels and service around the world.
We hold you in our hearts as we share the loss of this heroic and humble man.
Carlitos Marquez, Provincial Governor
September 10, 2006
Dear Mrs.Pratt and family,
In behalf of the many nameless beneficiaries of the medical missions conducted by Uplift Internationale in the Province of Aklan, Philippines, we extend our sympathies to you.
We understand that is was Dr.Pratt's love and compassion for the unfortunate that has fueled the international humanitarian activites for UI.
We'd like you to know that nameless though the beneficiaries of his kindness may be, these children will be forever grateful.
Very truly yours.
Democrat Headquarters
September 8, 2006
Fred was loved by many at the NE Sacramento Democrat Headquarters where he spent so much time two years ago brightening our lives.
Our Best Wishes to Patricia. We celebrate his life with you even as we will miss him.
September 7, 2006
It is indeed sad news.
we have been so much involved with Dr. Pratt that involuntarily all of us at Abbottabad keep waiting for him at the subconscious level. it is indeed difficult for us to get used to this.
one of the most important aspects of surgical care that I personally learned from him was to offer just "care". he would speak softly and at great length to patients he knew in his heart he would never be able to operate upon.
as a mission, i have started listening to patients more carefully. from today onwards, i would call this as Pratt Principle and I would continue it for times to come. hopefully inculcating it in other doctors of our units here.
Hopefully I shall be able to tap in into the memorial service.
I am grateful for your remembering me in this time.
May God rest his soul in peace.
Amen
Irfan
William Chapman
September 6, 2006
Dear Pat, Serena & Dyveke,
Bill and I were so saddened to receive the note from you today. Fred will be missed by so many people whose lives he has touched. Bill still tells the story of "our former neighbor" who miraculously put his face back together at Mercy Hospital. We both knew that a Guardian Angel made sure that Fred was on duty and could get to the hospital instantly.
Memories of our pregnancies and "little babies" comes to mind. We were so lucky to have special, loving neighbors. Unfortunately,we went our separate ways but you two have never been far from our hearts.
What a legacy! As they say behind every good man there is a better woman. You two have given so many hugs in your married life.
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time in yor lives.
Love,
Bill, Mary, Paul & Julia Chapman
Dr. Francisco Enrique Aguilar
September 5, 2006
I had the chance to meet him in Mexico with The flying doctors of mercy of Liga International. I wish the best to his family. He will be deeply missed.
Dios les bendiga
Nancy Gilbert, M.D.
September 5, 2006
i am so very sad since learning of Fred's passing. Such a loss for us all. Such a steadfast man of purpose and giving. From the above letters i am awed; I wish i had known him longer and had a chance to work with him on his travels. I did get to enjoy his friendly warmth and hugs, and his clarity. My heart goes out to you, Pat, in a deep way.
September 4, 2006
Dear Patricia,
I wish I could find the words to express what Dr. Pratt means to me. Certainly, he enriched my life with his life and his wisdom, and will forever be part of me and of everyone who had the blessing to meet him. We, then, can say that he is not gone for he is now part of the many lives he touched. A man like him could not have a better wife, and for that, we are also thankful. My daughter Luz, who also had the honor of working with him, and my family have you in our thoughts and prayers. We celebrate and thank God for his life, and for having given us the blessing and priviledge of meeting such a wondeful human being. May God give you and your family strenght and peace. And, thank you for being you. Much love, Luz (mom) and Luz (daughter
Dr. Alfred Falcone
September 4, 2006
I enjoyed working with Fred while he was a resident in plastic surgery in Syracuse. He had a nice sense of humor mixed with a calm voice as he analyzed any problem. There was little opportunity to relate to Fred while he was in private practice. I had the good fortune of visiting with him at an occasional national meeting when we discussed the "old times." Indeed Fred enjoyed a full life of dedication. He was a good spirit and will be missed. His lamp is burning brightly in heaven.
September 4, 2006
Fred was a prince of a man. He taught me his method of repairing cleft lips during a trip we made to El Salvadore. I have quoted him many times, and I have had his picture on my bulletin board for the past two years. I will continue to think of him often and treasure his memory. I wrote a short note to myself so that I could remember some of his clinical pearls. It included a few general bits of wisdom that I often think about such as, "You can have whatever you want, but you must be willing to pay for it."
My life is richer for having known him.
Drew B. Dillman, M.D.
September 3, 2006
Dear Ms Pratt and family,
I had the chance of getting acquainted with Fred when we worked together in the Philippines in the past.
I feel terribly sorry to hear that he recently passed away. Please accept my sincere condolences.
I liked Fred who was a man of convictions and original thinking. He had a lot to offer to others as a human being.
I will miss him.
Kind regards,
Etienne PIETTE, MD, DDS, PhD
September 3, 2006
Dear Mrs. Pratt,
My wife, Jyoti, and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the death of Dr. Pratt. I enjoyed working with him during our week in Thailand. He was a very competent surgeon and a great humanitarian. Our conversations about Krishnamurty's teachings were most inspirational. I shall miss him.
May his soul rest in peace.
With deep sympathy,
Raj Gandhi
September 3, 2006
Dear Mrs. Pratt, I am another of the many physicians who had the pleasure of working with Fred in the Philippines.
I would like to thank you for allowing Fred to spend so much time away. I know that every minute that a physician spends working his miracles is also a minute taken from home and family and that all of the good work is also a sacrifice on the part of a wife and children. Every good thing that is said about Fred redounds to your credit for your support and unselfishness.
God bless
David Michael Murphy, M.D.
Alfonso, Cavite,
Philippines
September 2, 2006
Those of us who served with Dr. Pratt on Missions to El Salvador and Venezuela will remember him warmly. He will be missed by everyone at Rotaplast.
We send our sympathies to the family and our thanks to them for sharing him with us.
In spirit,
Julene A. Hunter,
Executive Director
Rotaplast Intl.
toni bowles
September 2, 2006
Pat, girls and family:
The times we sat down to dinner or visited as friends are treasured. Fred was an enjoyable,soothing-voiced, and generous man whom I admired throughout the years. The world needs more like him. Please feel free to contact me at any time to keep our families in touch throughout the next years.
Toni/Walter
September 2, 2006
What a shock to learn of the death of such a great loving man. I truly cant express myself about the tragedy; for he & his principles, meant so much to me.I was so proud of him & still have one his appreciative letters framed over my desk.He promised me for a Damascus private visit with you soon.I feel so sorry for not been able to fulfill it. I can only pray for his soul to rest in heaven & peace. I will truly miss the wonderful memories he so enriched me with. May God bless you & be with you at those difficult times
salim shallah
MK
September 1, 2006
My condolences to your Family. I had the honor to meet and stand with Fred for Peace in front of the Memorial Aud. many times. What a gentle person and what a Lion. He came to the capital and sat with us while were we were fasting for peace in July. I had no idea he was a Doctor. Compassionate, generous & above all humble... Blessings to Fred and his beloved Family. in Love & Peace
Diane Mayes
September 1, 2006
Dear Pat and family,
I am very saddened to learn about the death of Dr Fred Pratt. I feel it was a privelege to have worked with such a gifted and talented person. I traveled with him on 3 surgical projects and saw first hand "a man in his element".
With a warm smile or with the touch of his hand, he was able to communicate trust, comfort and reassurance. There were no language barriers. His work was extraordinary!!!
Fred Pratt was truly a generous humanitarian with so many wonderful qualities---where does one begin? He was kind, dedicated, inspirational, giving, loving, hard working, had boundless energy and a wonderful teacher. He had such high standards and always did the right thing.
In India he loved his "chai and biscuits"
What a gift he has been to the world and to all the people that were on his path.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
September 1, 2006
Dear Mrs.Pratt
It is with great sorrow that we received the sad news of DR.Pratt's passing away.He was not only a great surgeon but a great humanitarian.We workedso closely ,taking care of poor and neglected Pakistani children and adults,for so many years.Everybody benefitted from his knowledge and humanity,especially myself.My nieces and nephews in Pakistan ,always looked forward to seeing Dr.Pratt and making his favourite custard,which he loved.I used to call him "Great white Father" as he was known there.
We leave everything behind,only the services and sacrifices we do for others without any ulterior motives are in the memories of people we helped.Dr.Pratt shall never be fogotten.These are sentiments of Pakistanis,can you imagine what people are feeling in many other parts of the world,where DrPratt gave his services. May God bless him for all he did for humanity.
We are sorry gain for you loss and our loss.
Sincerly
Haroon and Penny Qazi
Carlos Hoyos,MD
September 1, 2006
Patricia and Family
He , My Friend Fred, changed our world.
I hope, We hope, we can do things like Him teach Us to do.
Martha , My Family an I want to say We are so sorry, We lost
a big men, a great friend , but heaven needs persons like Fred.
We love You,
CARLOS , Martha , family
Jeane and Jack Davidson
September 1, 2006
Pat and family - Our love and thoughts are with you. It's hard to believe we won't be seeing Fred on his daily walk through the park. His kindness, humanity and dedication have truly made a difference in this needy world.
September 1, 2006
Dear Patricia
I was saddend by the death of Fred. I will always remember our trip to Thailand as being the one that was very special because I had the pleasure of meeting a very special person in your Fred. He touched many lives especially mine. My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Love
Marie Ardizzone HTC
Rhonda and Ralph Barrett
September 1, 2006
Dear Patricia and Family,
Our sorrow is so deep, having lost a friend of nearly 30 years. Fred, by example, showed our family that there is power in gentleness, that life will bring the most happiness if lived for peace and that one person can change the world, one unsung kindness at a time. We are forever changed because of our friend Fred Pratt. We loved him so dearly. Love, Rhonda, Ralph, Allison, Casey, Jeff and Lenka
September 1, 2006
We are very sorry to hear about this. Dr. Pratt´s friends from Fundamed in Brazil wish you and your family God´s blessings.
Yours,
Paulo Seidl
Fundamed
September 1, 2006
It was indeed with deep sorrow that I learned about Dr. Pratt' passing.
Dr. Bashir Ulvi from Cleveland brought Dr. Pratt over to Pakistan
where I got acquainted with him. I was deeply touched by his humanity.
In his frail health he had travelled all the way to Pakistan to
contribute to the welfare of suffering humanity.I found him a saintly
character devoid of greed for material things. He thus was an
exemplary role model for my residents who had other visions about
American Plastic Surgeons.
Please accept my sincere heartfelt condolences. I am sorry I will not
be able to attend his memorial service. May his soul rest in peace.
sincerely
Dr. Saleem A. Malik
Plastic Surgeon
Islamabad
Pakistan
John & Marti Robinson
August 31, 2006
We would like to say what a wonderful legacy one man has left for his family and friends. Not having the opportunity to get to know him better was certainly a loss for our family. When someone who has touched so many lives emotionally, physically and financially for those who couldn't help themselves was such a gift to so many. If all of us could just live such a full and giving life as he. Pat and Serena and family...we send our love and know that our thoughts are with you.
John, Marti, Erick, & Kristina
Kimani Wangeri
August 31, 2006
Mrs Patricia Pratt,
It is with much sorrow that i today learnt of the death of my friend, teacher and mentor Professor Emeritus Frederick Pratt. The worst hit is without doubt you Patt, the children and the rest of the family and to you i send my heartfelt condolences and i pray that you may have strength during this sorrowful period.
I count myself lucky to have been hugged by, dined with, taught and admonished by, had discussions and walks with good old Fred. I had learnt to read between the lines of Fred's emails and his last one was in a way a farewell one and looking back i think he had a premonition of his death.
To Patt and family i saw 'Have courage' and to my friend and teacher i say 'fare thee well cherished one'.
Dr.Kimani Wanjeri
Reconstructive Surgeon, Kenyatta National Hospital.
Nairobi, Kenya. AFRICA.
Kathryn Gerwig
August 31, 2006
I just heard of Fred's passing. I can't tell you how fond I was of him. My heart breaks for you. There is so much to say, but no words to use. Dr. Fred Pratt was the definition of a hero. I can't relay how proud I am to have had the honor to have known him. He's been in my thoughts of late.
Kitty
Peter Meade
August 31, 2006
I had the privilege of working as a surgeon with Fred Pratt during his many trips to Mexico with LIGA, the Flying Doctors of Mercy. It is difficult for me to express in words my respect and admiration for this great man. He was an excellent surgeon; he was pleasant to everyone, and always ready to smile. He served others for the joy of doing it, with no need to make a big deal about himself. He will always be alive in my heart and in my memory, as I try to be the kind of surgeon and person that he was.
Dra. Gabriela Paz
August 31, 2006
Dear Mrs Patricia and Family:
I am so sad, I don´t have words to tell you how sorry. I remember him like a great man and doctor; he taughtme a lot of think, but specialy, with his phylosofic ideas and example, he taughtme the best form to care my pediatric patients.
God bless you, sincerely yours
Marilyn Perry
August 31, 2006
Dear Patricia and Family,
I met Fred through the Physicians for Social Responsibility. My first impression of him was how warm, friendly, and happy he was. Later I learned of his extensive work in foreign countries helping the poor and his volunteerism in Sacramento. What an incredible person. We need people like Fred to show us the way to create peace in the world. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Lori Tamasy
August 31, 2006
Dear Pat, Serena and Dyveke,
I am so deeply saddened about Fred. My heart will be with you and my thoughts will be of the happy times I recollect of Fred on his visits here to Pennsylvania. He was an amazing man, a superb and skilled surgeon I am sure, and best of all, a great husband, dad, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. His legacy will go on forever. You have many happy things to remember him by. In time, you will look fondly on those things and they will warm your heart. For now, recognize that there are many, many people thinking of you all, willing for you to get through this difficult time. My heart and prayers will be with you all. All of my love, Lori Tamasy
Verona Levine
August 31, 2006
To The Pratt Family,
It is obvious from reading all those who have signed this guest book how deeply Dr. Pratt personally touched everyone's lives and made a lasting impression on them. He certainly possessed many gifts that he was able to share with so many, especially the children to whom he devoted his life. I was extremely fortunate to have met and spent some precious time with Dr. Pratt and Pat in Guatemala City in July. I was most impressed with his compassion, skill, and inspiration to others. I know that I and many others will honor him by continuing his medical work and goodwill ambassadorship for years to come. He will be lovingly remembered by all those who have known him. I'm glad I had the opportunity for even such a short time.
Jim Rybka
August 30, 2006
Dear Pat and all the beloved Pratts, Lucille and I are deeply saddened, but know he gave you so many powerful gifts that you are left very rich indeed. A Magnificient surgeon, a gracious and fair partner, Fred was a small man,but his "shoes" enormous to fill, and his extraordinary legacy will always be inspirational. Great job, my friend, Jim and Lucille Rybka
José and Marta Quiñonez
August 30, 2006
Dear Patricia and family:
We don't have enough words to tell you how sorry we are to loose the eternal gentleman, phylosofer, carismatic, etc., etc. friend. But most of all, we are so proud to have had the opportunity to meet him and you and through both of you, your family.
Dr. Pratt did so much to help Guatemalan children and he helped so many of them, with love, care and concern that we know that he will be sourrounded by angels in the final trip that he has taken.
May God help you all and bless you for the wonderful husband and father that you have had.
José and Marta Quiñónez
Luis Ortega
August 30, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you Patty,and your family.Fred was one of the best doctors who works with me here in Guayaquil Ecuador for two weeks dedicated surgeon with the chidren,God bless the noble soul.
sincerely yours
Luis Ortega MD.Patty,Valeria and Estefania
Tom & Kandice Sheets
August 30, 2006
Our family sends our deepest sympathy to the entire family, we are gald we met fred and appreciate his many gifts to peace and health in a all too fast world. He is what every American should strive to emulate; kindness, concern, involvement and sharing his special skills with those less fortunate. Bless all of your family at this time of passing.
Jayme Goodner
August 30, 2006
I will remember Fred for the rest of my life, an amazing surgeon, loving husband, philosopher, with a smile that can melt your heart, not to mention those blue eyes. I had the honor to work with him and Pat in Mexico, and those weekends of surgery were some of the most memorable times in my life. I will never forget him, his family was very blessed to have him in their lives. Pat I love you so much. With all my heart, Jayme Goodner RN Ligainternational.
james yahr
August 30, 2006
you were such a good surgeon. none of us could match your skill, dedication or endurance.
Kristine Wallach
August 30, 2006
It is with a heavy heart that the SPIRIT (Sacramento Physicians Initiative to Reach out, Innovate and Teach) Project suffers the loss of Fred Pratt, MD. Dr. Pratt donated his time and expertise to treat the medically indigent in Sacramento County through SPIRIT since 1989. Not only was he one of the founding SPIRIT physicians, he personally provided medical care to countless hundreds of Sacramento residents who would have otherwise gone without. His charm and wit were a gift to all who were lucky enough to know him. We will miss his sparkling blue eyes, his ready smile, and his intense commitment to SPIRIT and healthcare in his community. Fred Pratt touched all of our lives and will never be forgotten.
Sherry Mosley
August 30, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. Dr. Pratt was a great doctor and human being.
The Staff of Healing the Children Northeast
August 30, 2006
Our Staff will miss one of our most dedicated medical teams abroad volunteers. He was one of a Kind! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time.
Ranjan Sarkar
August 30, 2006
A gentleman who had worked for the poor and underpreveledged almost 2 months every since 1992 in AGRA(INDIA).I had privelege to work with him as an anaesthesiologist.God bless the noble soul.
Rina Sarkar
August 30, 2006
Dear Mrs. Pratt:
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Pratt's passing.Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
I never had the opportunity to personally meet him but have heard of many stories from my father, Dr. Sarkar of Agra of Dr. Pratt's passion for giving back through his profession and deep compassion. I am sure there is a deep void right now but I hope God gives you and the family the strength and peace to get through this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
Warm regards,
Rina Sarkar
Brenda & Lanny Adams
August 30, 2006
We have only known Fred for a few years, but we are saddened by his loss. I find myself reflecting on what a good and generous man he really was. His death is actually a loss not only to his family and to those who knew and loved him but to the world as well. He has been a very positive influence for our family and for many of us his memory will continue to enspire us to be better people.
Brenda Harper, LVN
August 30, 2006
Thinking of you in your time of sadness.
Runa sarkar
August 30, 2006
May His Soul Rest in Peace
Dr.& Mrs. Sarkar
Mary Hansen
August 30, 2006
Dear Patricia:
Please accept our deepest sympathies at the passing of your husband. Although we knew him only a brief time, I can assure you he touched many of us. He was an exceptional man, with the qualities we all aspire to, and will be greatly missed.
Mary - Manager; Primary Care Clinic
Al and Peggy Manfredi
August 30, 2006
Dear Pratt Family,
We are sad to hear of Fred's passing and will miss him. He was a dear neighbor for many years, and a friendly face to come upon during a walk. His many extraordinary deeds for humanity put him in a league of his own. Please know we are thinking of you, and will always remember your husband and father as a dear friend and the ambassador of goodwill by which he so humbly served his life, giving to, and caring for, the less fortunate all over the world.
Sincerely,
The Al Manfredi Family
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