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Donald Pravitz Obituary
Born December 22, 1943 in Tacoma, WA and went to be with The Lord on January 18, 2015. Don graduated from Mercer Island High School, attended the U of W, and was a Lt. in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Susie and his brother Wayne (Pat). He is also survived by his 5 children: Mike (Dina), Lisa (Joe), Keri, Lori (Erik) and Scott (Julie) and 11 grandchildren who were the center of his life. He and his wife were members of Westgate Chapel where he sang in the choir for over 30 years. Services will be held at Westgate on Monday, Jan. 26th at 1:00pm.
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David Treanor
November 10, 2016
Dear Susie, I posted this to your Facebook page, but don't know if you've seen it or not, but I feel compelled to write. I was stationed with Don in Neu Ulm and Kaiserslautern, W. Germany in 1967-68. He was the training officer and I was the Battalionn Draftsman in the 1st Signal Battalion and we were in the same office area. He was one of the nicest men I knew in the service and I was so sad to hear of his passing. I was just online on August 10th, 2016 and doing searches for old Army buddies and acquaintances and came across a eulogy written by someone who knew him on the Signal Corps Officer Candidate School Association's web site. I want to tell you that I'm so sorry for your loss; Don passed away way too early and I know he left a hole in the lives of everyone whom he touched. You, he and your family are in my prayers. Here is the link, in case you haven't seen it. Scroll to the bottom post on the right side of the webpage. http://www.armysignalocs.com/index_feb_16.html
Anthony Kennedy
February 9, 2015
Such a good man. My thoughts are with you all.
Terri Jamison
January 29, 2015
Susie: 2nd message
Did not find out information on service in time to attend. I'm so very sorry to have not been there. Hold onto all the memories of 39 years together. We'll talk soon. Love to you and your family.
January 26, 2015
Susie and family, we are thinking of you...
sending prayers and love. Heys family
danielle Dixon
January 26, 2015
Sending love to The Pravitz Family. So sorry for your loss. I hope all the happy times bring comfort at this sad time.
January 25, 2015
Susie and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Tim and Roni Tucker
January 25, 2015
Love and prayers are sent your way.
Dennis and Barb Johnson
January 24, 2015
Keri, Mike, Dina and all of your family. I am so sad to hear about the loss of your father. May your family be surrounded in peace and love, so much love to you and yours. xoxoxoxoxox Joanna Hoyt
Kevin Vobeyda
January 24, 2015
Scott, Julie and family our thoughts are with you at this time. I know things are difficult for everyone now all I can say is try to concentrate on the positive moments and the good times you had with your dad. Celebrate his life and all the good times you shared together.
Kevin, Morgan & Robyn Vobeyda
January 24, 2015
Keri,
My condolences. Thoughts will be with you and your family
Scott Washburn
January 24, 2015
Keri, I am so sorry for your loss. Hang in there. Thoughts are with you!
Kaley
January 23, 2015
We cannot tell you how saddened are were to hear of Don's passing. Holding on to memories will get you through! Our love, Roberta and Warren Lewis
January 23, 2015
Susie, I cannot attend the Don's service but my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Ginny
January 22, 2015
May God comfort the family and friends during this time of sadness.
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