Paul

Thursday, May 9, 2024

wish I could have been there to offer you support.

pony express funding cutbacks left the wagons more exposed
than usual.

There is no record of any diplomatic efforts suggesting we would have
agreed to any ANTI-\violent Wagon train pulling a sizeable Chuck-Wagon
for those traveling that route.

Unfortunately we had to spend more time protecting our buffalo hides than
anti-ticipated. We were also set back by yellow water poisoned by wolves.

We should be arriving in ''25 n look forward to spending time with family.
It's unlikely this correspondence reaches you or anyone else., ever.

Pain from Loss in Mourning is too often read, by even your closest relationships,
as being relatively short or one of a brief burden.

Pain from Loss from Grieving Everyone Grieves differently.

Reality for most is that the intensity of pain from Grief.can be very difficult
to manage. Hope these delayed words provide you with some sense of comfort.



Paul

Conley Hall with Thoma Booterbaugh

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

I firstt met Marsha when she taught Debate at L R Central and I was coaching debate in Greenwood. She was an EXCELLENT debate coach! She and I
and our respective teams crossed paths many times over the years. She always had a warm smile and a memorable laugh. I have many fond memories of her from our shared times at Speech Association events. Thoma ad I remember her fondly and send our condolences to her family.

Daphyne Williams

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

I met Marsha in our Thursday night art class ! We instantly became friends!! I called her “ Marsha Marsha “ from the Brady Bunch TV show !! We did lunch together and I even got to go sit and visit her in her new home ! She told me that she was going to come visit my Church where my husband is the Pastor !!! What a beautiful soul! I am blessed to have known her !! 🙏🏾❤️

Jim Pfeiffer

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Marsha will be missed by all that knew her.

Tori West

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

This incredible woman had a light that had shined so brightly!she was so gentle and loving!i will miss her dearly!there is not enough words to describe such a wonderful human being!rest in peace my beautiful friend! I will miss your great laugh and wonderful smile!

Bonnie Moody

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

One of God's rays of joy has moved on. Now she can make the angels smile and laugh out loud! Marsha will be missed.

nancy lee wilson

Monday, June 12, 2023

Marsha was such a fun and engaging teacher at Little Rock Central High School. I had the pleasure of knowing her not just as a colleague, but as a friend. She was passionate about her work. I know in retirement, she became a painter and was loved and respected by her artist friends.

Julie Miller

Monday, June 12, 2023

Marsha and I met in a support group, her laughter, wisdom and insight were totally contagious. And wow that smile just lit up any room she walked into.Marsha you will be missed by so very many. May you rest in Peace and soar with the Angels.
Heartfelt sympathy to her family members.

Jeannie Fry

Monday, June 12, 2023

I will miss Marsha and her smile and laughter. She was such a joy to be around and to paint watercolor with...

Ralph Dixon, Jr.

Monday, June 12, 2023

Marsha was an inspiration and good friend during my years at Mills High School. Her generosity and concern for others were always a blessing. Her smile and positive attitude were a gift each morning.

Leslie (Holt) Hallahan

Monday, June 12, 2023

Quite literally one of the best teachers I've ever had!! She taught us how to grow and learn! She gave so many of us our feathers and let us learn to fly with them! Now it's her turn to fly!❤️

Suzzette Patterdon

Sunday, June 11, 2023

I first met Marsha when she was my watercolor student at the Arkansas Arts Center. What a delight she was to have in class! I told her she could be Miss Congeniality because she encouraged everyone and always had positive things to say about their artwork. Her energy and enthusiasm were contagious… and the big beautiful smile!!! She will be so missed.

Sarah McCormick Mayfield

Sunday, June 11, 2023

Marsha was one of the kindest people I have ever known and that kind spirit will be missed by so many of us. Rest in peace my friend.

Diane Wolfe

Sunday, June 11, 2023

I worked with Marsha at Central High School where she was the quintessential communications and debate teacher. She was such a positive influence on our daughter, Alana, and for that we will be forever grateful. She was an incredible gift to her profession and students and a great friend. May the perpetual light of Jesus Christ forever shine upon her.

Sage Arnold

Sunday, June 11, 2023

Marsha was such fun and a great friend in Six Bridges! I am sorry I cannot attend her memorial, but prayers to all her family and friends. Please send an address for acknowledgment for a memorial. Blessings.

Dan Shelton

Sunday, June 11, 2023

Linda, Cathy, Debora, and family; I was so sorry to hear of Marsha's passing. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Jeannine Heidenreich

Sunday, June 11, 2023

I am so appreciative of the impact and insight, inspiration and care Ms. Pratt brought to my son’s high school career and life, as a whole. She was clearly a gifted and dedicated educator. May her memory be a blessing.

Laura Powers

Sunday, June 11, 2023

Marsha was one of those that lightened every room she walked in. There was never a time painting with her that I didn't break out in laughter. She will be missed tremendously by me and our Six Bridges Watercolor Group. Condolences to her family.
Laura Powers

Sam Staggs

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Marsha will be greatly missed. Mrs. Pratt, as I knew her, was my debate teacher in high school. She always saw the best in me and understood that I had a strong desire to see social change. She helped me turn ideas into action. She took me with her to multiple tournaments all over the U.S. and made sure I had funding to go. As I look back, I think she may have paid for some of those trips out of pocket. These trips absolutely changed my life. As a person from a very low income family, I never would have had the opportunity to travel without her. When I was a senior she convinced me to apply to college when no one else in my family had even graduated high school. I’m an associate professor of political science now and I cannot imagine how I would have had the confidence to continue my academic career without our many check-ins over the years. Marsha Pratt was a jewel and will be remembered as such.

Judy Goss

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Marsha's smile said it all: she was a great force for good. We met in the theatre; she encouraged me to certify to teach and became my marvelous mentor for student teaching at Central. I observed her excellent teaching and her constant advocacy for all students' success. Her wisdom, friendship and great sense of humor were tonics for me in my introduction to public school teaching. RIP Marsha, great friend to so many people! Peace and comfort to her loving family.

Linda watt

Saturday, June 10, 2023

I was so blessed to have Marsha in my life. I will miss her so much!

Peggy Drennan

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Forever my friend. Forever in my heart. Happy memories linger on. My sympathies to her sisters and family.
Peggy Drennan

April Findlay

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Marsha was always smiling and laughing and welcoming. My heart breaks for all friends and family.

Angela Wooley

Saturday, June 10, 2023

My dear sweet adventurous friend. We had so many good times cruising and traveling together. You will always be with me as a sister and best friend.
I love you and I am glad that you are snorkeling somewhere not in pain.
Angie Wooley

Daphyne Williams

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Marsha was a sweet friend of mine !! I met her in Art Class at the Arkansas Art Center!!!!! I called her “ Marsha Marsha “ from The Brady Bunch !! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Praying for her family.

Ines Cabrera

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Thank you for being such a great teacher to all of my three children.
Rest in peace. 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️