Darla Pratt born July 20, 1980, passed away March 13th at age 43.
Darla was born in Ottawa to Mack and Nancy (Askim) Pratt and was a graduate of Ottawa Township High School, class of 1998. During her life, Darla enjoyed making friends and spending as much time as possible with them. She sought the experience of life and enjoyed numerous extracurricular activities ranging from shooting pool to boating. Darla worked a variety of jobs, always seeking the next challenge. More than anything, though, Darla loved her family, both immediate and extended, and brought many friends into the fold as family as well.
Surviving her is her father Mack Pratt, sister Robin (Mark) Shambaugh, and brothers Michael (Candace) Lindahl, and Eric (Sammi) Pratt. Her nieces Paige Shambaugh, Ashley Shambaugh, Truitt Pratt, Silverie Pratt, and nephew August Rosso.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents Edith Huwe, Ed Huwe, Gladys Porter, and Jay Porter. Darla was joined in Peace by her mother, Nancy Pratt, on March 16th, 2024.
A joint Celebration of Life for Darla & Nancy will be held at:
Berta’s Tap (covered patio) 616 Clinton St, Ottawa, IL 61350Sunday 3/24 from 12-4 pm
Memorials may be directed to the family.
The online guest book may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.ottawafuneralhome.comOttawa Funeral Home & Crematory1111 LaSalle St, Ottawa Illinois 61350815-433-0300www.ottawafuneralhome.com