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Christine Pratt Obituary

Pratt, Christine A. (Sipos) 48, died on September 15, 2009 at home after a courageous battle with breast cancer. A dedicated wife, loving mother, entrepreneur and a friend to all who met her, she lived life with passion and heart. Christine is a graduate of Purdue University, with a bachelors degree in marketing. Christine was founder/owner of Pratt Marketing Group, an award-winning boutique advertising agency for over 20 years. She is survived by her husband, Joe, son, Jason, mother, Marianne Sipos, in-laws, Dana and Therese Pratt, and brothers, Peter and Michael Sipos. Visitation will be on Thursday, September 17th, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Ewald Barlock Funeral Home, 2501 N. Southport, Chicago, IL 60614. Family and friends will gather at St. Josaphat Catholic Church, 2311 N. Southport, Chicago, IL, for Mass on Friday, September 18th at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to www.livestrong.org in Chris's memory. Info Ewald Barlock Funeral Home at 773-549-0098

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 16, 2009.

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Laura Pils

September 24, 2009

Dear Joe and Jason,
My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your wife and mother. I met Chris through my sister, Linda Mastandrea, and my RIC affiliation many years ago. And then I had the great opportunity to visit her at PMG, as I too own a marketing business and she was kind enough to invite me in to see her place and talk shop. She adored you Jason - we had much in common as I have two boys close to your age. She loved to tell me all about you and how wonderful you are...

with love,
Laura Pils

September 23, 2009

I worked with Chris at PMG some 10 years ago. And all I can say how wonderful of a person she was. My condolences to the Pratt, Sipos, and PMG families

September 18, 2009

Dear Joe and Jason: I too am very sorry for your loss. I knew Chris mostly through our professional marketing association (SHSMD) but always thought she was a wonderful woman--an excellent role model and leader. I know she was a good mom too. I was lucky to spend some time with her and some other friends in Sonoma last fall and we had a fun afternoon. I feel fortunate to have known her.

With sadness and my deep condolences,

Phyllis Marino
Cleveland, OH

September 18, 2009

Dear Joe and Jason,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I knew Chris from the time we spent together at the RIC Spine & Sports Rehabilitation Center. I will remember her for her passion towards life, her love of people, and her warm and encouraging smile. May you find comfort during this most difficult time.
Love,
Lauren Welles

Linda Mastandrea

September 17, 2009

Dear Joe and Jason,

I am so sorry at the loss of your wife, mother and champion. I knew Chris from her days at the RIC Associate Board. I was an athlete with the sports program and have a wonderful memory of her sitting down to watch video of me competing in wheelchair racing in Atlanta.

She was a tremendous woman, kind hearted, generous, thoughtful. I am proud to have known her. She will be missed.

September 17, 2009

Joe and Jason -- We are sorry for your loss. We knew Chris through the Catherince Cook School community and admired her as a woman who did so much for her family, her work and Jason's school. Tom knew her from time in Indiana and knew her as a gifted athlete. Our thoughts are with you. Sara Slaughter, Tom Smith and Family

Paul and Maureen Kempinski

September 17, 2009

Joe, Maureen and I are deeply saddened by your loss. I had the priviledge of corresponding with Chris several times during her journey. She was so courageous and has inspired so many others. My memories of Chris are fond. I loved her spirit, humor, and competitiveness (even when she would annihilate me on the golf course). She will watch over you and Jason forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jason.

S K

September 17, 2009

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I heard many, many wonderful things about Chris through an employee of hers. I had the utmost respect of her for her innovation, perserverence, determination, independence, and creativity. I wish I would have met her.

Tom and Julie Burke

September 16, 2009

Joe, Julie and I are deeply saddened by your loss; Chris was always a bright spot in our day. I know that she will forever be with you. I'm sure God has a special place for her now, just as He had a special place for her on earth. We are fortunate to have known Chris. You are in our prayers. Tom Burke

Bonnie Rarick

September 16, 2009

Dear Joe and Jason - I am so very sorry for your loss and send you my heartfelt condolences. Chris was an inspiration to so many, and for me she was my mentor. Her friendship, honesty, and kindness will live in my heart forever. I was so honored to have worked for her and to call her my friend.

Love,
Bonnie

September 16, 2009

Dearest Joe and Jason,
I send you my heartfelt condolences at this time of such loss and sadness. I hope that the love of your family and friends will help you through this difficult time and as you go forward in life. I have wonderful memories of Chris and will always admire her strength, humor and kindness.
With much love,
Liz (Bigwood)

Sue (Moore) Maier

September 16, 2009

Joe and Jason, my heart is broken.

I will always remember Chris' tender voice, kind spirit and brilliant mind.

She will always be in my heart as will the two of you and your families.

My sincere condolences.

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