James William Pratte

1932 - 2017

James William Pratte

1932 - 2017

BORN

1932

DIED

2017

James Pratte Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 19, 2017.
James was born on May 1, 1932 and passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2017. James was a resident of Pawnee, Illinois at the time of passing. James was a US Army veteran serving during the Korean War. Visitation: 11 am - 1 pm, Thursday, September 21, 2017 at Staab Funeral Home-Springfield. Funeral Service: 1 pm, Thursday, September 21, 2017 at Staab Funeral Home-Springfield. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery, where military honors will be conducted. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans.

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Glenn Curry

September 19, 2017

Many memories of Jim as I grew up at the Sangamo Surf Club, and then as a fellow member. Sending prayers for peace.

Jeanetta Lapiccola

September 19, 2017

So Sorry

Karl & Cheryl Lercher

September 19, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the Pratte family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Gods peace and faith.

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