Preston "Pete" Douglas LaPratt

Preston “Pete” Douglas LaPratt, age 65, of Rochester Hills, passed away in his home on January 21, 2019. He was born in Bellaire, Michigan on May 1, 1953 to Donald and Ellen LaPratt. Pete graduated from West Bloomfield High School and went on to serve in the United States Navy for 6 years. He was married to his wife of 40 years, Laura LaPratt, on September 7, 1978. Pete worked as a computer programmer for General Motors for many years. He always had a passion for camping, fishing, and sports. Though nothing compared to the love he had for his family. Pete was preceded in death by his son, Jamie Thomas; and his brother, Perry LaPratt. He is survived by his wife, Laura LaPratt; his sisters, Donna (John) Rose and Lori (Tim) Potter; several nieces and nephews; and his sister in law, Penny LaPratt. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 11 AM-1 PM, with a Funeral Service beginning at 1 PM, at Pixley Funeral Home, 3530 Auburn Rd., Auburn Hills, MI.