James Anthony Praytor

James Anthony Praytor obituary, Spartanburg, SC

James Anthony Praytor

James Praytor Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Living Waters Funeral Home & Crematory - Lyman on Dec. 22, 2025.
Spartanburg, SC – James Anthony Praytor passed away at his home on December 16, 2025. James was the son of Cherilyn Praytor and the late Donald Dean Praytor, Sr.

He will be remembered for his love of the open road and the freedom he found riding motorcycles.

In addition to his wife, Angela Phillips, he is survived by his son, Zachary Praytor; his grandchildren, Braylyn Praytor and Zander Praytor; and his brother, Allen Praytor.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Donald Praytor, Jr.

His Memorial Service will be 1:00 PM Saturday, December 27, 2025 at The Gate Church, 4640 Cannons Campground Road, Spartanburg, SC 29307. Rev. Kevin Smith will officiate.

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December 29, 2025

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December 25, 2025

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December 23, 2025

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Destiny L.

December 29, 2025

Remembering the twinkle in your eyes when you smile.

Sandra Praytor barnette

December 25, 2025

Very sorry for your loss

HEATHER COCHRAN

December 23, 2025

U will always be loved, an always be missed.. But never forgotten. U have been my hero since I met u. U came whenever I needed u no matter what. I'm thankful u finally went home an had time with ur family like u wanted for so long.. U were happier than I have ever seen u. Continue doing what u loved doing. Until we meet again.
I love u...

Cherilyn D Praytor

December 22, 2025

He was my third born son he was my heart and a mommy´s boy to.He straightened his life out and I was very proud of him.He was at church every Sunday. And he loved his motorcycles to.I know he made a beautiful angel because he had became a beautiful and loving son. I will see you again son and mom loves you with all my heart.I miss you very much Love mom

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