PRATT John

JOHN WELLS PRATT beloved husband of 67 years to Dixie, passed away Sunday September 29, 2013 at the age of 90 years.

He was the last remaining of 10 children. John was predeceased by his daughter-in-law Marilyn in 2012. John will be missed by his daughter Bev (Dave) Carswell, his son Ken (Marilyn-deceased); his grandchildren Sherri (Tony) Caldicott, Michael Carswell, Kurtis (Alexis) Pratt, Shauna Pratt and his six great grandchildren Victoria, Connor, Kira, Elaina, Aurora and Ginger. John was born a twin with brother Jim April 23, 1923, in Lethbridge; the ninth of 10 children of Florence Mary Smith and William Webster Pratt. He was educated in Lethbridge. John joined the Air Force at the age of 19 and bePcame a gunner on a Lancaster Bomber. John Married Dixie in 1946. John retired from CP Express after working there for 40 years. He was active in all kinds of sports. His Favourite was golf. John spent many hours at the Magrath Golf Club enjoying the game he loved. He spent many mornings at the Senior Centre after retirement playing pool and crib; where he even achieved a perfect hand. John was a dedicated volunteer for Meals on Wheels driving for many years. He was always friendly and helpful to others. John was the light of his grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s eyes. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Friends may meet the family Wednesday, October 2, 2013 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm at Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home, 703- 13 Street North, Lethbridge and the hour before on Thursday, October 3, 2013 from 10:00 to 10:45 am. A Funeral Service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, East Stake Centre, 4105 Forestry Avenue South, Lethbridge on Thursday, October 3, 2013 at 11:00 am. Interment to follow the Service at the Mountain View Cemetery.