Search by Name

Search by Name

Patrick Ralph "Big Daddy" Pratola

Patrick Ralph "Big Daddy" Pratola obituary, Clayton, DE

FUNERAL HOME

Fellows Family Funeral Home - Millington

370 West Cypress Street

Millington, Maryland

Patrick Pratola Obituary

'Big Daddy' Pratola, 62 CLAYTON - Patrick Ralph "Big Daddy" Pratola of Clayton, passed away suddenly at home on Saturday, October 31, 2015. He was 62. Patrick R. Pratola was born September 5, 1953 in Wilmington, the son of Yolanda "Morgan" Pratola and the late Patrick Peter Pratola. He worked for Delmarva Power as a power plant operator for 34 years and retired in 2009. He was a member of the NRA, the Elks Lodge in New Castle, and VFW Atterbury Post. Pat loved hunting, teaching archery, boating, crabbing, raising beagles and vacationing at Sandals. He especially loved sharing his hobbies with his son and grandson. He is survived by his wife, Robin Pratola of Clayton; his mother, Yolanda Pratola of Wilmington; son, Danny Pratola wife Lindsay and grandson Hunter of Longmeadow, Mass.; one sister, Gracie Meaney of Wilmington; one brother, Joey Pratola of Wilmington; his best friend, Al Kaczorowki of New Castle; and his three beagles, Buster, Ruby and Dino. A visitation will be 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Friday, November 6, 2015 at Fellows Family Funeral Home 370 Cypress St. Millington, Md. A service will be held at 6 p.m. also at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers contributions can be sent to Faithful Friends 12 Germay Dr. Wilmington, DE 19804 or to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd, Suite 300 Jacksonville, FL 32256. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.fhnfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Delaware State News on Nov. 5, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Pratola

Not sure what to say?





November 20, 2015

Robin,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time...My heart is heavy for you. Bernie Baker

Amina Shelton

November 11, 2015

Robin, you have my love and my prayers. May God grant you peace during this difficult time.

Leslie Verucci

November 10, 2015

Robin
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Bernadette Blythe

November 9, 2015

Are prayers and thoughts are with you Robin. Pat will always be remembered.

Chuck and Kerri Hocking

November 6, 2015

To Robin and the Pratola family:
We are very sorry for your loss. No one will ever fill Big Daddy's shoes! May you all find comfort in the memories you have of him. He was always a pleasure to see & talk with and will be missed greatly. May you rest peacefully, Big Daddy we love you and miss you!

November 5, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with Pat Pat's family. I grew up with Pat and Joe we had a lot of great times together. We have not seen each other for a while, but he will never be forgotten.
Steve and Eleanor Boyd Avondale Pa

Robert Spory

November 5, 2015

Robin
Felicia and I were devastated to hear the news about Pat. He was a good friend and a great guy. He will be greatly missed. You are in our prayers.

Sam

November 4, 2015

Sad to hear, thoughts go out to all the family

November 4, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the Pratola Family. May the God of all comfort (Psalms 83:18) help you during these difficult times.

John Merritt

November 4, 2015

I have not seen Pat for a while but I will never forget the time I spent working and playing with him. Our prayers are with him and his family.

Daniel Downes

November 4, 2015

I would like to offer my condolences. Pat was a great guy. He worked with my father for many years at Delmarva. My father always spoke very fondly of Pat. When I got out of the Marines in 1994, he spent a couple days with me fine tuning my bow and giving me bow hunting tips that I still use today. I appreciate the time he spent with me and how he treated my Dad. He will be missed.

DARCEL CARTER

November 4, 2015

Robin, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Please don't hesitate to call me at anytime for anything you may need. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted, Matthew 5:6.

November 4, 2015

Robin and the Pratola Family.
We have all lost a great friend that always had you laughing at his tales.
Pat will always be in our hearts and thoughts and hunting season will never be the same.
Pat gave so much love and joy to everyone who knew him. RIP, Pat.
Love to the whole family-Rick and Kathy

Leslie Lacombe

November 4, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of or friend Pat. We leave Friday morning for one of his favorite places Sandals. We will keep you all in our prayers. Leslie and Bill

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results

Make a Donation
in Patrick Pratola's name

Memorial Events
for Patrick Pratola

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Fellows Family Funeral Home - Millington

370 West Cypress Street, Millington, MD 21651

How to support Patrick's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Patrick Pratola's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more