Susan J.

Pratt

Susan J. Pratt, 74, passed away peacefully at home on November 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, following a long journey with Alzheimer's disease.

A graduate of the Community College of Rhode Island's nursing program, Susan dedicated more than 30 years to working with individuals with developmental disabilities at the James L. Maher Center. She truly loved her work, and the kindness and compassion she brought to those she cared for left a lasting impression on so many lives. While raising her daughter as a single mother, she also spent many years waitressing at the Atlantic Grille.

To her daughter, Angela, Susan was the coolest '80s mom ever. She loved music, concerts, and spending summers on Cape Cod surrounded by family and friends. Her door was always open, and she was the kind of person who would give someone her last dollar or the shirt off her back without a second thought. Whether taking in a friend or family member who needed a place to stay or simply lending a helping hand, Susan had a way of making everyone feel welcome, loved, and cared for.

Susan had an extraordinary love for animals and the natural world. After work, she could often be found walking the trails of Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge in Middletown, camera in hand, photographing the wildlife she adored. Animals seemed to sense something special about her, often approaching her with an unusual sense of trust. She was forever rescuing injured animals or helping creatures in need, no matter where she found them. She was, in every sense, a protector of both people and animals.

Creative, curious, and always ready for an adventure, Susan had a remarkable enthusiasm for life. She was a wonderful cook, a talented artist, and an avid collector. Her adventures took her to Canada to explore her Native American heritage, whitewater rafting with friends, and on countless trips to upstate New York, where she loved searching for fossils and gemstones alongside her archaeology-loving friends. She also enjoyed visiting wolf sanctuaries, as wolves held a particularly special place in her heart. Whether exploring somewhere new or simply enjoying a beautiful day at the beach, Susan found joy in the world around her.

Above all, Susan was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend. She had a heart big enough for everyone and a generosity of spirit that knew no limits. Her kindness, warmth, and love will live on in the countless people and animals whose lives she touched.

Susan leaves behind her beloved daughter, Angela Pratt; her grandchildren, Kamrin and Myah Pratt; and her great-granddaughter, Willow Pratt. She also leaves behind Kenneth Molden, who held a very special place in her heart.

In Susan's memory, the family welcomes donations to an animal shelter, animal rescue organization, or Alzheimer's organization of your choice. Such a gesture would be a fitting tribute to a woman who spent her life caring for others.