Joanne E Pratt

Joanne E Pratt obituary

Joanne E Pratt

Joanne Pratt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Yurs Funeral Home of St. Charles on Sep. 19, 2025.

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Joanne Pratt of Kirkland, IL formerly of Wayne, IL passed away peacefully at Serenity Home in Oregon, IL on Friday May 2nd . She was born on November 22, 1931.

She was a beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother and a devoted wife of 65 years to her husband Peter E Pratt.

Joanne is survived by her children, Peter R. (Diane) Pratt and Julie A. Renard, her Grandson Alex (Kristina) Pratt and Great Grandchildren Brooklyn and Logan.

Joanne was an avid reader, enjoyed puzzles and collecting antiques as well as attracting hummingbirds and orioles to her feeders. She was a former member of the Wayne Woman's Club and volunteered her time with the Girl Scouts and multiple community events. Family and friends were always welcome in her home whether for meals or overnight visits.

A memorial will be held Thursday May 8th at Yurs Funeral Home in St Charles. Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm with funeral service and procession to follow. The burial will be at Little Woods Cemetery in Wayne, IL. For further information please call Yurs Funeral Home St. Charles. 630-584-0060

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