Lewis Temple Pratt, Jr.
December 3, 1948
November 7, 2025
Lewis Temple Pratt, Jr., 76, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025. Lewis was a well-known farmer and cattleman — a man who loved his family, his farm, and who was proud to have spent his life working the land and caring for animals. His life was deeply rooted in his faith; he attended multiple churches and enjoyed studying Scripture with friends and family.
Beyond the farm, Lewis represented his industry by serving on numerous livestock and agriculture boards, including the Virginia Cattlemen’s Association, where he was named Cattleman of the Year in 1994. He also served on the Pulaski County Farm Bureau Board and the Pulaski Livestock Market Board. Lewis faithfully served his community for years as the Draper District representative on the Pulaski County School Board, where he was Chairman from 1996–1999.
As Lewis slowed down on the farm, he cherished every opportunity to be with his grandchildren — where he found his greatest joy. “Boo,” as he had been known for years, was always quick to share a picture of “his babies” and speak excitedly about how they were doing.
Lewis was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis Temple Pratt, Sr., and Elizabeth Whitman Pratt; and his wife, Helen Jacqueline Porter Pratt.
Left to cherish his memory are his son, Andy Pratt (Allison); grandchildren, Nathan and Anna Pratt; brother, Mark Pratt (Susan); nephew, Chris Pratt (Evie); niece, Sarah Pratt; and numerous great-nieces, nephews, and cousins. He will also be lovingly remembered by his lifelong farm companions and friends, J.W. Bowman (Patricia), Jimbo Taylor (Debbie), and Buddy Blair.
The family would like to express their gratitude to everyone at Pulaski Health and Rehabilitation for the exceptional care given to Lewis during his stay. He was blessed to have so many kind people who helped him in his final months.
The family will receive friends from 1 until 3 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Draper Valley Presbyterian Church. A memorial service will follow at 3 p.m. with Pastor Roland Mathews officiating. In lieu of flowers the family asks you donate to the City of Refuge Food Bank –https://www.cityofrefugepc.org/donate or to the religious organization of your choice.
The Pratt family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com
November 10, 2025 @ 7:28 am
I am so sorry about Lewis. I was able to meet him and Jackie at the Lutheran church in Pulaski. We liked to discussed grand daughters. He was always ready with a smile. I pray Jesus holds you all tight.
November 10, 2025 @ 8:58 am
Mark/Susan and family,
Very sorry for your loss. Way too young but my prayers are with you. Enjoyed working with him while at Pulaski County Schools. Take care,
Bob Whytal
November 10, 2025 @ 9:18 am
I had the opportunity to know Lewis over the years within the political community. Lewis was a true gentleman in every since of the word and he always put the good of the community first.
My sympathy goes out to his family.
November 12, 2025 @ 8:13 am
Andy/Allison and Family
as you already know you have my condolences. I’m sorry for your grief and your loss But you have the satisfaction of knowing that he was a special man I’m sure I met Lewis when I was a child growing up in Draper at some point, but that was years ago, but over the last five or six years, I got to know Lewis as his son and my son became family. Then we all became family. I would stop and talk to Lewis when he was in the hayfield or hanging outside around the barn. Always enjoy talking to him the only thing he ever got mad at me about that I can remember is he didn’t like me calling him Mr. Pratt he made it clear his name was Lewis.
November 14, 2025 @ 9:38 am
He was was one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. I got to know him when I worked at National Bank. Always smiling and it was a pleasure talking to him. So sorry to his family for their loss.