Tom Doxey Pratt
December 23, 1934 - November 17, 2017
Tom died peacefully at home in Park City on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 at the age of 82. He was born Dec. 23, 1934 in Salt Lake City, the 2nd of 4 sons of Georgia Doxey and Chester Case Pratt. He graduated from East High School where he was voted "Mr. Touchdown" in 1952 and later attended the University of Utah. He married Josephine Urevig in 1956. They enjoyed over 60 happy years together while raising 5 children.
After starting out as a heavy machinery salesman, he built up his own filter company to the point he was able to retire in his early 50's. He was a man's man. He was a lifelong hunter, adventurer, horseshoe champ, wildflower expert and avid outdoorsman. He could build anything, which included the family cabin in Holiday Park and a 35 ft. sailboat, "Cold Duck". He was an ocean sailor and a Commander in the Coastguard Auxiliary. Tom and Jo spent the summers camping and hiking and the winters in Yuma, AZ for the last 25 years.
He is survived by his wife and five children: Timothy (Terese), Jennifer Starr (Kevin), Mary Beth Yenna (Herbert Singleton), Ted (Cindie), and William (Bret Hanna), 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers Joel and Randall. Preceded in death by parents and brother James.
A celebration of Tom's life will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2017 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Guests are encouraged to use the complimentary valet parking on the north side of the building. Interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, consider donating to your favorite charity.
Vaya con Dios, my Love.
In Loving Memory
Although the news of Toms passing was not unexpected, it has still struck me with a strong blow. I have known Tom and have looked up to him and admired him for as long as I can remember. My sincere sympathy to Jo and to the rest of the family. However great the loss I feel, it pales in significance to your loss.
Steve Smyth
Dublin, CA
You have my deepest regrets. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers to bring comfort to his family.
Daniel Lindberg
Cottonwood Heights, UT
We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Some of my best memories of Holiday Park are at Tom & Jo's for parties or bonfires. Really miss those times. My condolences to all the family on this loss, but you do have some great memories.
Lee Hardy
Riverdale, UT
My deepest sympathy to the family. May you find comfort in God's word the Bible at Revelation 21:3,4.
L Gray
nan, nan