William C. Pragg
February 14, 1940 - January 29, 2026
William C. Pragg, age 85, of Newark, DE, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Born in Wilmington, DE on February 14, 1940, he was a son of the late Isaiah M. and Carlyss (Little) Pragg. William worked as an assembler at Chrysler Co. for 30 years until his retirement.
William was an experienced mechanic and loved to work on cars. He enjoyed spending his free time at the Moose Lodge 851. He was passionate about his family and loved getting daily phone calls from his children. He loved to travel and went on numerous trips with family.
In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his wife, Marguerite A. Pragg; son, David Rogers; granddaughter, Amy Spicer; and 9 siblings. He is survived by his children, William M. Pragg of Elkton, MD, Carl J. Pragg (Cheryl) of Inverness, FL, Robert W. Pragg (Sheila) of Oxford, PA, Marie A. Collins (Joe) of Perryville, MD, Nancy Sammons (Buddy) of Dover, and Alfred Rogers (Linda) of Cedar Key, FL; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 6 siblings.
All services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in William’s memory to the Children’s Cancer Foundation, 5570 Sterrett Place, Suite 204, Columbia, MD 21044 or online by clicking here.
Robin Wilson
Sending prayers Nancy and your family. We all here for you you in this time. Love you
Carly Smith
You will be so missed Uncle Bill,Rest in peace,I love you!
Ruthie
“Bill” I’m so sorry I didn’t get to say good bye, but you will always be in my heart. You were a special kindhearted man. Love,Ruthie💔
Harry Goliszek
So sorry Guys. He was a special Man
Cathy Deramo
Uncle Bill, you will be sorely missed. Your funny sense of humor, your witty personality, you were an all around great Uncle.
Rest in peace, love you Cathy&Matt
Jeffrey Doucette
So sorry to hear this, he was a fun neighbor growing up.
Christopher P Ross
My Condolences to the Pragg Family and Bill & Paggie were nice people. I’m a friend of Dan Pragg through my mother that Pass Away in August 16th, 2025.
Carl Pragg
Dad….left us way before you should have .
If all of Dads could be like you .the world would be a better place….kids and family comes first
Dad had a great life and lived life like everyone should….don’t sweat the small shit….and be there for family…and not asking for anything in return. He would give the shirt of his back for everyone….you will always be missed in my heart and soul
Scuba
From all of us at the Elkton Moose Lodge, we will miss Bill’s kindness and spirit. Our sincere sympathy on the passing of a good man with a great goatee. RIP until we meet again.
Candace Kammer
I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. He was always so kind and nice to me when I seen him at the Moose Lodge. Condolences to his family. God bless.
Robert pragg
No real words could tell my dads whole story , dad was not only our dad but many others ,one who took family one of his finest qualities ,but he touched everyone who knew him love and miss you pop until we meet at heavens doors
Terry LaGier
Our heartfelt and sincere condolences Nancy and Buddy on the loss of your Dad. Hoping your hearts can smile with all your wonderful memories.
Terry, Tina, Chele and Dese
Marie Pragg
My father was the best father anyone could wish for. I will miss my dad so very much but he will always be in my heart and nothing can ever take that away and I will see you again Dad in heaven where God will put us together again
Marie Pragg
My father was the best father anyone could ever wish for. I love my dad with all of my heart and I will miss him greatly. But he will always be in my heart until we meet again one day when God brings us together again. I love you Dad and I miss you very much. Love always your daughter
Carmen Watson-Young
My Sincere Condolences To The Family. Mr. Bill My Neighbor! I am so sorry to hear about his passing! A very nice, kind and friendly man! I will miss seeing you, and hearing you say “Hey Girl”! May You Rest in Heaven! God Bless You and Your Family
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