Photo courtesy of Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services - Alger
Alger, Ohio
Apr 1, 1941 – Apr 7, 2025
John R. Prater, Sr., age 84, of Harrod, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025 at his residence, surrounded by his family.
He was born on April 1, 1941 in Bainbridge, Ohio to the late William and Minnie (Jones) Pratter. On October 2, 1965 John married Evelyn Downey and she survives in Harrod.
Also surviving is his daughter, Amy (Kenny) Williams; five grandchildren: Blake (Celeste) Williams, Megan (Brady) Broadstone, Richie (Kayla) Prater, Eric (Omnia) Prater and Abby (Chris Scott) Prater; fourteen great grandchildren; and two sisters: Thelma Deatley of Arcadia, FL and Annie (Ray) Huff of Jeffersonville.
Also preceding John in death is his son, Johnny Richard “Rich” Prater, Jr.; infant daughter, Latonia Sue Prater; granddaughter, Heather Oatman; four brothers: Wayne Pratter, Lucine Prater, Carey “Junior” Prater and David Prater; and three sisters: Jean Morarity, Velma Knisley and Wilda Hayner.
John worked as a lifelong truck driver. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran. John was a member of the Alger First Methodist Church. He helped with Home Missions and Commodities in Alger. John enjoyed going to his families’ sporting events. His family was his pride and joy.
Funeral services will begin at 12:00 PM on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Alger with Pastor Don Clinger officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Alger.
Friends may call two hours prior to the service from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday, April 11th at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Alger.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alger First Methodist Church, Drawer C, Alger, Ohio 45812.
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Evelyn and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Sorry we could not be there to express our condolences today. We will be keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandy & Mark Swaney
April 12, 2025 | Wapakoneta, OH | Friend
Love you Aunt Evelyn, Amy, and all your families and friends!!
Our Sincere Condolences❤
Dana and Nina
Nina and Dana Willett
April 11, 2025 | OH | Family
I will miss you Uncle Johnny!! And those phone calls!! Always told me you got the wrong number, thought you were calling somebody that knew something!! Well I knew that last phone was going to be the last, I did feel I knew that!! The farm will never be same, not seeing you there, drinking your coffee!! Oh my! You were my last blood Uncle from both sides of my families!! I hope you all are having the best reunion up there, you should be, you only have the best there!! I hope you told hug...
Nina Willett
April 11, 2025 | OH | Family
So sorry to hear of John's passing. Work prevents me from coming to the funeral but know that my heart and prayers are with your family.
Michael Neeley
April 11, 2025 | Friend
Evelyn, You have my sympathy.
Mike Cramer
April 11, 2025 | Friend
Evelyn and Amy,
I am so very sorry for the loss of John. I can’t be there Friday but know you are in my prayers.
Julie Collins
April 10, 2025
I knew cousin Wayne very well but am sorry I didn't get to know John. My heart and prayers go out to the family
Beverly Shepard Sobeski
April 09, 2025 | Lima, OH | Family
He was a good man like him a lot
Matt Lawrence
April 09, 2025 | Alger, OH | Friend
Sorry to hear Evelyn and Amy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the memories. Janet and dick yant.
Janet and Dick Yant
April 09, 2025 | Lecanto, FL | Friend