Edwin Pratt Jr.

Edwin Pratt Obituary

WESTMINSTER -- Edwin O. (Barney) Pratt Jr., 57, died suddenly Thursday, June 30, 2005, at Springfield Hospital.

He was born Jan. 18, 1948, in Bellows Falls, the son of Edwin Sr. and Claire (Hawksley) Pratt.

Mr. Pratt attended schools in Alstead, N.H., and Fall Mountain Regional High School. He worked at Holton Farms in Westminster for 26 years. He also did landscaping, Christmas trees, tree pruning and painting.

He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Post 527, the National Horseshoe Pitching Association, was an avid horseshoe player, a great sports fan and enjoyed his grandchildren and helping them with their sports.

He also played cribbage, Scrabble and pool tournaments.

Mr. Pratt is survived by his companion and best friend of 30 years, Ruby Daniels of Westminster; his father and stepmother, Edwin Sr. and Judy Pratt of Lancaster, N.H.; his mother, Claire Billado of Westminster; a son, Charlton Pratt of Orleans; a daughter, Angelique Hodgdon of Orleans; four stepdaughters, Madeline Derby of Westminster, Billie-Jo Brooks and Darlene Derby and Sarah Daniels, all of Springfield; five brothers, Daniel Pratt of Fitzwilliam, N.H., Dale Pratt of Springfield, Joe Pratt of Bennington, N.H., and David and Robert of Alstead; two sisters, Faith Taylor of Alstead and Donna Bascom of Bellows Falls; and one stepsister, Wendy Fitch of Pensacola, Fla.; two grandchildren, Timothy Hodgdon and Damian Hodgdon, both of Orleans; and 14 stepgrandchildren.

Mr. Pratt was predeceased by a brother, Mark, and stepgrandson, Kyle Derby.

There will be a funeral service at the Faith Christian Church, Rockingham, on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Calling hours will be held at the church one hour prior to the service from 1 to 2 p.m. Burial will follow in the Pine Crest Cemetery, Charlestown, N.H.

FENTON & HENNESSEY FUNERAL HOME in Bellows Falls is handling the arrangements.u

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Published by Brattleboro Reformer on Jul. 2, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Edwin Pratt

13 Entries

Becca Tyler

July 23, 2005

Hi my name is Becca,and Edwin (Barny) Pratt was my grand father. I will always remember grampa being on the computer and playing pool and you would go to talk to him and I would say hi and who is this and he would say "this is grampa and I am playing poolso leave me alone" he would get grouchy. I always knew he was just jokeing but I leave him alone anyway. I always remember grampa as the funny story telling kind of a guy. He was so funny with his jokes and when gram and gramp would argue a little bit no one could resist to not laugh. God Bless you gramp.

M Schofield

July 20, 2005

I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. Please know you're in my thoughts, and will keep you in my prayers.

john derby

July 17, 2005

Hello i'm Edwin (Barney) Pratt's freind as well as son-in-law. I married his daughter Madeline. As anyone would know Father-in-Law and son-in-laws have there differences. Me and Barney have had ours but at the same time became good freinds. One thing I won't forget is the years in horeshoes. Barney was a great horeshoe player. He got me started and even got me into the nhpa National Horeshoe Pitching Assoc. we've won our share of trophies together. He had very good sportsmanship and always a challenge. I'de like to take this opportunity to thank Barney for the great years as a freind. He played a big role in my life and experiences not only with me but with my children. Every time I get together with our horeshoe buddies I will be throw a ringer for barney. Barney, just wanted to say God bless and thanks

madeline derby

July 17, 2005

Hi I am Madeline Derby, Edwin (Barney's)oldest step daughter. I never thought of him as my step dad he has always been my dad. The two of us has always had a close relationship not only as a father daughter but also as friends. I could go to him about anything, I would tell him things that I couldn’t even tell my own mother. I have had a lot of crisis in my live starting @ age 14 I had a bad experience and he as my dad was there for me. Then as I grew older and out on my own started my own family not only was he there for me he was for my Husband and my children. When we were growing up he always taught us children about god, then when my baby past away I didn’t understand why god took him away from me and Dad made me understand that God did not do this to me he was right there with me when I was trying to cope he prayed with me and we did a lot of reading from the bible. When I got married I made sure he was the one to do the father daughter dance with me and I know that he was a proud dad that day. A YR. ago I was told that the Dad that I thought was my dad is not and that my real dad does not even know about me well I was very upset and angry and Barney helped me through that I will never forget what he did for me once again he was there for me I was crying one day about this and told him I don't know who my dad is or who I am he just looked me in the eye and said Madeline your Dad is right here holding you right now I can't even explain how that made me feel, then he went out and bought me a stuffed frog and it said daddy's girl on it I was so happy that day I was a proud daughter. I could go on and on about my dad and anybody that knows him can vouch for that. Dad I just want to let you know I am going to take care of mom for you and I want to thank you for being such an awesome partner for my mother and a great father & friend for my sister's and I and awesome grandfather for our children. That day that you left us I was very angry once again @ God and scared, and I was also blaming myself when I had to do CPR on you that was the hardest thing ever I tried so hard to bring you back to us I was sorry that I let you down and everyone else that loved you. I know now that it wasn’t my fault and that I did my best to save you but god has a reason for everything and I know god will help me through this and everyone else especially my mom. I love you Dad love your Daughter Madeline

lenny derby 3rd

July 12, 2005

My grandfather Edwin Pratt JR. was one of a kind. When your with him he makes you feel good and happy like there is nothing in the world that could bring you down, all becasue you were with Edwin Pratt JR. you would wish that the day would not end i know i did. There was no laugh like his and definetley no mind like his. no matter what happen he was always happy, even when him and my grama (Ruby Danials) would fight he would make a joke out of it just so he could stay happy and some how it worked. Also everyone knows that he talked a lot but now that he is at rest with our dear lord jesus christ, everyone misses those talks, i do. I Lenny Derby the 3rd his grandson relize the value of life, his life he was ment to live for us. What i meen bye that is that he took care of all of us everyone else's problems and even when he did not want to he never gave up. so thats what i meen by he was ment to live for us and help us through life. Having him in our live was the best thing that has happend this family and his death is a great lost to this family. I really don't understand why god took him this early point in life, but god would not do this to make us upset on purpose or to be angry at him, but for a reason. Soon i hope to find that reason why our dearest "Edwin Pratt" A.K.A "Barny" had to leave us this soon. that is all i have to say for now but there is no way that i could put into words my feelings for my grandfather so rest in peace gramp i love you, love always: LEONARD HOWARD DERBY 3rd.

Angel Hodgdon

July 12, 2005

What can I say about Edwin O. Pratt Jr. AKA Barney...

He was the kind of Dad most kids dream of having, especially ones who come from a divorced family. Even though my Mom and him divorced when I was very young, I was still very blessed. My Mom and Dad never talked bad of one another as some divorced couples often do. They never used my brother and I as ploys against each other. They actually remained pretty good friends over the years...

Anyhow, even though my Dad didn't live with me when I was young he ALWAYS made sure that he spent every vacation, birthday, and holiday with us. He made sure we always had the things we needed and plus a lot more; we were rather spoiled actually. Most importantly he always made sure we knew he loved us unconditionally and that even though he didn't live with us he would always be there for us. Unfortunately the time came all too soon for him to keep good on that promise when our Mom passed away when my brother and I were still quite young. My Dad didn't even think about it... he was right there for us, taking us in and rasing us without any second thoughts. I know that some children from divorced families are lucky to even see their Dads once a year, or at all! Thank God I never had to wory about that, my Dad was always around no matter what!

The other thing I am really glad about was that my Dad either had really good taste in women or was the luckiest guy around... because I was also blessed with the worlds greatest step-mom (Ruby). She has always been a guiding light for me. She was very thoughtful and helpful to me when my Mom passed away. She was always there for me if I needed to talk, or if I just needed a shoulder to cry on. Plus she never thought twice about allowing my brother and I to come and live with her and my Dad, and her four girls like some step-mom's might. We have become very close over the years and I think of her as my Mom, in fact she's been my Mom longer than my real mom was with me, and even though no one could replace my real Mom, I am so glad I have Ruby as my Mom now. I was really glad that my Dad had someone so sweet and kind with him all the way til' the very end. I truly hope the very best for her, I hope she will be okay and be able to live happily again knowing that she loved my Dad very much and made his life complete and now he is at peace with the Lord; and knowing that my Dad loved her with all his heart and tried to give her the best life he possibly could and would've done anything for her.

I will miss my Dad very much but I know that he is okay now, he's in haven living it up with God and watching over us just like always. He will live on here with us in our hearts and memories, his crazy stories and silly jokes will be passed on for generations to come. His room brightening smile will be in our minds and his contagous laughter will fill our dreams.

Thank you to everyone for there kind words and best wishes since his untimly passing... I really appreciated all the love and support!

God bless to all and take care.

From Barney's loving daughter...Angel

Ashley Dawson

July 11, 2005

gramp always told me that i should be a quarter back on my schools football team, cause me him and my brother and cousins would go out and throw a football and i can throw a football pretty good. Of course i cannot picture myslef playing on a football team. He always had some crazy thoughts on everything and when he had some of those crazy thoughts he wouldnt take his mind off of them. we would always be sitting there for like an hour listening to him. thats what i am going to miss about him. he always was the type of person to sit there and talk to. even though he did most of the talking for you, gramp dont forget everyone loves you and are going to miss you. you were loved by everyone and i hope you r.i.p i love you truely, your granddaughter Ashley

Gardner Sinclair

July 10, 2005

Uncle Barny,

We will all miss you very much. You share a great place in all our hearts. I will always remember the great emails and the laughs. Aunt Ruby will be o.k she has a great family and most of all she has the lord in her heart.We will all look out for her and take very good care of her. Until I see you again

GOD BLESS and I love you.

Love,

Gardner

Kevin F Daniels

July 10, 2005

Barney Pratt was a friend of mine and most of all to Ruby,they lived together and shared together,the good and the bad.But Barney always carried that smile on his face no matter what went wrong.My best memory thing was the Daniels (Parker-Law family Reunion)We had 4yrs ago we welcomed Barney to be part of our family,He played horse shoes with us all and i really don't think he ever lost one game.He was a hellava player and a good sportsman ship in the game.That was one of the things he love most beside his family and friends.He always had a helping hand for everyone and anyone that he had contact with.Thia is why everyone should live in peace and harmony,cause what you have today maybe gone tomorrow..God Bless you Barney,you will live on for ever in our hearts.......

bj brooks

July 10, 2005

i will miss my dad so much. even though he werent my biological dad he was there for us girls for 25 years. he was always there when i needed someone to talk to. he was there when i was in the car accident he helped me deal with the passing of my cousin James Boniface. he was there for my children and i when they're dad left. if it werent for him i probably wouldn't be with my husband Paul today. we will miss you dad and we all love you very much. R.I.P love, Paul,Bj,Becca,Corey and Crystal

Terri Dawson

July 9, 2005

He is my Gramp and even know that he is not here with us so we can see him he will always be with us in are hearts. I still love him very much and i miss him more then ever, he was a wonderful grandfather and all of his grandchildren knew that. Gramp I will never ever forget you R.I.P I love you!!

Ruby Daniels

July 9, 2005

I lost my Best Friend,June 30th.Barney you were every thing to me.I don't understand why you had to leave me, but i do know that God was calling his wonderful son home, to be with him.We were together all the time,you not only took care of me but your Mom and sister also.Everyone loved you so much.I am going to miss your loving spirit that kept me going, through the good times and bad.I know where you are my best friend, you are in heaven with Jesus, and all our friends and family. Save a place for me because i know we will be together through eternity.

Take care my Love

Love Ruby

Nicholas Cushman

July 2, 2005

I was there, at that call with lefevre ambulance, and i give my support to the familey and friends, who of which he knew.

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