Bobby Ray Prater

I had not seen Bobby for many years, but had always thought of him fondly.. I remember him as a very fun loving loving boy and I loved him very much. I still thin of him every day and of Aunt Imogene and Uncle Norman and Larry and Jackie also. I wish I could have met you Jean and your family, I can see from the pictures you had a loving family. God bless you always. Your cousin Wanda (Prater) Carman

Loving thoughts and loving memories of you are in my heart today. Your Sister-Jackie

Jean, so sorry to hear that bob has passed away,I considered him a good friend and brother only someone who has served together in uniform can understand,I tried to contact him many times but couldn't locate your address I think you both often,I am sure he is with the Lord! God Bless you and your family.Your Friend Chuck Caspersen US Army Retired.

Bob; I am sorry i knew you for such a short time. i felt like we were kindred spirits,been there,done that.you had such a beautiful spirit,your love for your family just shined through you,I know you will continue to watch over them. we will all miss you,love you. Betty and Gilbert Mells

I have tried to say something here three times already but words just escape me. First of all, to Aunt Jean, Kevin, Michelle and Bobby I am so very sorry for your loss. Even though it seems the family was having to prepare for this, it doesn't make the outcome any easier. I loved seeing all the pictures that have been added. The love Uncle Bobby had for his family shines in each of those pictures. I think we can all agree that his love and devotion for family came naturally from his parents...

Dear Jeanie and family--we are so sorry to hear that Bobby has passed. Even though we had not seen you for several years we thought of you guys often. We have many good memories of Bobby--he was a good man, husband, father, son and friend. Our love and prayers are with you.

Bobby, even though we did not get to see you, we thought of you often. We will miss you. Love your cousin. Wanda (Prater) Carman

My Dear Brother
I am so proud and happy that you became a man of God. I know that God held you up and gave you strength through your illness. I know that he was standing by your side in your last hours to lead you to your new home in heaven. As the ones left behind we have to remember that this is not an ending for you but a glorious new beginning.
I thank God for the years and the memories that we were able to share. Love held us all together. I will miss you always.
I know...

THE BROKEN CHAIN

We little knew that morning that God would call your name,
In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone,
For part of us went with you, the day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you, you are always by our side.
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one, the chain will...