PRATA, John B., of Readville, August 22nd, age 61. Beloved and much loved husband of Sue Ann (Murphy) of 40 years. Loving son of Marie Prata and the late Anthony. Devoted father of John A. and Jennifer L., both of Readville and Timothy D. of Austin, TX. Cherished brother of Anthony and his wife, Carole of Beverly, William and his wife, Julie of Barhamsville, VA, Margaret Jennings and her husband, Timothy of Andover, and the late Elizabeth Prata and Thomas. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends.

Funeral from the Carroll-Thomas Funeral Home, 22 Oak St., HYDE PARK, MA, Thursday morning at 9 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anne's Church, Readville, at 10:00AM. Visiting hours are Wednesday evening from 4:00-8:00PM. Relatives and friends invited. Children's' room available. Interment will be private at Family's request.

Please, in lieu of flowers, all donations can be made to:
American Heart Association , www.heart.org

Carroll-Thomas Funeral Home
Hyde Park, MA
tel: 617-361-3216