Elizabeth H. Pratley passed away on June 30, 2016 in Plano, Texas at the age of 80.

Elizabeth was born in Boston, Mass. on March 5, 1936 to her late parents Dr. Cecil G. Dunn and Lois B. Dunn. Her family lived in New England and Florida in her youth. She was adventurous, enjoyed traveling and was always interested in art and culture. She had a talent for writing and drawing. She loved to go on long walks to enjoy the beauty of nature. Elizabeth was a student at Bates College in Lewiston, Maine before moving out west in the late 1950’s. She would say in a light hearted way that she was a “transplanted Yankee” when meeting new friends. She attended the University of Arizona in Tucson where she met her late husband Jimmie Hills, who was also a student there, having moved to Tucson from Kansas. It was love at first sight. One of the places that she, Jim and their children had lived was Cheyenne, Wyoming. Many of her lifelong friendships were formed there. Elizabeth was always outgoing and loved to socialize. She was faithful in her letter writing and those that received her correspondence over the years enjoyed her wit and thoughtfulness. When Elizabeth was widowed in 1977 she decided to return to Tucson. Elizabeth found happiness again when she remarried to a wonderful man, Park (Jerry) Pratley. They eventually moved to Prescott Valley, Arizona where they lived for many years. She and her husband volunteered for the Disabled American Veterans for over a decade. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. When she became a widow again she eventually moved to Texas to be closer to family where she lived out her final days on this earth. If one were to best describe how Elizabeth lived her life, it would be said that she was a strong Christian woman. She was a tremendous prayer warrior and she had a heart for God. She truly lived by the belief that giving is better than receiving which was consistently shown in what she did throughout her life. She had been known to give the coat off of her back to a stranger in need. She was intelligent, articulate and kind. She was a cherished daughter and sister, a loyal friend, a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Elizabeth is survived by her family who will cherish their memories of her always.

Her brother- Ronald Dunn and his wife Cindy of Maine.

Her eldest son - Stephen Hills and his wife Genevieve of Florida. Stephen’s children, Julie (Dan), along with their children (Nathan and Michael) of Iowa. Also, Jonathan (Ann) of Kansas.

Her younger son - James Hills and his wife Jan of Texas. Their children, David, Brian (Julie) and Joshua (Chrystal), along with their children (Bennett and Andrew).

Her daughter - Susan Nickel and her husband Michael of Alabama. Their children, Brittani and John of Alabama and Josh (Heather) of Penn., along with their children (Jackson, Caleb and Emily).

Her step-children - Dale and Erika of Nevada.

Elizabeth will be remembered by many others, including extended family and friends, as well as those who have experienced her kindness in countless other ways.

Memorial donations in Elizabeth's name may be given to the Disabled American Veterans.

Memorial and burial to be held at later date at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix. Memorial written and submitted by daughter Susan Elizabeth Nickel.