Charles Douglas Pratt

Charles, "Chuck", Douglas Pratt, age 90, passed away peacefully in his home on July 10, 2023. He was surrounded by: his loving wife, his six children, and several grandchildren. He was at peace surrounded with love and memories being shared.

He was born in Omaha, NE during the height of the Great Depression. Before making GA his home, he lived in CA and PA.

Living in Oakland, CA as a teenager, Chuck developed a passion for cars. He served in the Air Force as a jet engine mechanic. Entrepreneurial in spirit, Chuck was a founder of Doraville Tire and The Tire Omni. His passion for automobiles continued as he owned sports cars, a dragster, and a Nascar.

He loved spending time with his family at Lake Rabun. At Clarkesville First United Methodist Church he was an active member in many capacities. Chuck loved music, singing and golfing with his friends. He was an avid reader who loved visiting the local library.

Chuck had a dry sense of humor and was known for his one-liners. He was always good for a laugh and had a love for sweets, especially cookies. He was known affectionately as "the cookie monster", as he was often found with a cookie in each hand!

Chuck was preceded in death by his son, James Charles Pratt. He is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth Pratt married for 49 years, his children, John Pratt (MaryJane), Dorothy Pratt, Nancy Ellis, Pamela McKune (Mike), Sara Boshart (John), Kevin Pratt (Megan); As well as, nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; and his brothers Clay (Donna) and Bill (Karen) Pratt.

His loving spirit forever lives on in the many lives he touched especially his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In honor of his memory, a Celebration of Life service will be held at:

Clarkesville First United Methodist Church

1087 Washington St. Clarkesville, GA 30523

Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 1:00 pm.

Following the service, family will receive friends and guests for a cookie reception to celebrate the "cookie monster".

In lieu of flowers, donations are kindly asked to be made to Clarkesville First United Methodist Church or Clarkesville-Habersham County Library for a memorial fund for

large font books with the inside reading "In memory of Charles D. Pratt". The library accepts checks or cash only for donations.

Checks are to be made payable to: Clarkesville Library with a note enclosed donation for "Charles D. Pratt Memorial Fund".

Library address:

Clarkesville-Habersham County Library

ATTN: Shawna (mgr)

178 East Green St.

Clarkesville, GA 30523