Gary Wayne Pratt, Sr.

Gary Wayne Pratt Sr., 68, passed away on January 26, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Bernice Pratt and brother Richard Pratt. Gary is survived by his wife Irene Billiot Pratt, sons Gary Pratt Jr and wife Melissa Pratt of Houston, TX, Darryl and Chrissy Guidry of Sante Fe, TN, Everett and Susan Guidry of Many, LA, Byron Sr and Christina Guidry of Houston, TX, daughter Shelly and Keith Gibson of Saucier, MS. Gary was the Grandfather of Camila and Stefan Pratt, Nathan, Kyle and Emily Guidry, Byron Guidry Jr, Alyssa Guidry, Bailey Kahn, Caleb Guidry, Austin and Kearstin Cooley. A great Grandfather to Easton and Cal Cooley, Blakely and Landrey Guidry and a host of many other family and friends. Gary and Irene were inseparable and spent 34 wonderful years together. Irene and close friend Debbie Munch faithfully cared for Gary until he went to be with the Lord. Family was a very important part of Gary's life. He loved having fun with his family. Gary adored his grandchildren and enjoyed being a Grandpa. He liked teaching his children and grandchildren just about anything! Gary enjoyed riding his motorcycle and could be found in the Smoky Mountains straightening curves and flapping hills. In his younger days there was no ship engine too large for Gary to repair. He had a strong ability to problem solve and gave the best advice. Gary was a successful business owner with a strong work ethic. He never met a stranger and was very good at making people laugh. His philosophy was to work hard, play hard, and ride fast. Gary will forever be remembered for his generous nature and great sense of humor. He helped so many people in so many ways! We will miss him for the rest of our lives! A visitation for Gary will take place on Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 9:00 am until 11:30 am at St. Rosalie Catholic Church, 601 Second Ave, Harvey, LA 70058. A rosary will be provided by the St. Rosalie Women's Club starting at 9:00 am. A memorial mass will follow at 11:30. A Memorial Graveside will be held at Westlawn Cemetery 1225 Whitney Ave Gretna, LA 70056 with Father George Hanna SDB presiding. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred at St. Rosalie Church. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may offer condolences at mothefunerals.com