James R. "Bob" Prater

James R. "Bob" Prater

James Prater Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 3 to Feb. 10, 2009.
James R. "Bob" Prater, 70, of Glen Allen, died Monday, Jan. 26, 2009. He was preceded in death by his son, James Wesley "J.W." Prater, and his daughter, Kelly Lynn Prater. He retired from the Department of Corrections as an electrician. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Joyce M. Prater; five daughters, Sharon Underwood, Donna Barden, Marylyn Zwilsky, Anna Heath and Dawn Prater; one sister, Gladys Taylor; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, in Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville, with services beginning at 7 p.m. Henderson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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February 3, 2009

Alma Jean Pennington posted to the memorial.

January 29, 2009

Wendy Smith posted to the memorial.

January 29, 2009

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Alma Jean Pennington

February 3, 2009

Sincere sympathy & prayers to all of Bobby's family. May God touch your hearts during your months ahead and hope you turn to Him for guidence. You are loved by many!

Wendy Smith

January 29, 2009

Mrs. Prater, Dawn & Cameron - Grandpa still loves you. My thoughts are with you all...

R.E HOLT JR

January 29, 2009

mrs. j prater sorry to hear about bob at this time i know he will be missed may god be with your family

Min. Kevin & Chantell Peatross

January 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Helen Roberts

January 28, 2009

Joyce,

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. I will be in touch with you soon.

Helen Roberts

January 28, 2009

Joyce,

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. I will be in touch with you soon.

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