Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Phillip Prather Obituary
Phil Prather, 86, of Huntersville, NC passed into the loving arms of his Savior on Thursday, July 10th 2025.
Phil was born in a one-room cabin in Grahn, KY on April 12, 1939 to the late Ralph and Margie (Phillips) Prather. He married Donna (Mueller) Prather in June 1964. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two daughters: Pam (Andy) Lazur of Huntersville, NC and Sue (Dave) Stiles of Cornelius, NC; grandchildren: Grant (Jess), Zach (Caroline), and Will Stiles and Taylor and Matthew Lazur; brother Paul Prather of Phoenix, AZ, and sisters Phillis Straka of Fountain Hills, AZ and Joanne (John) Melillo of Charlotte, NC. And sister-in-law JoAnn Mueller of Akron, OH. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Dave Mueller.
Phil graduated from Kettering Fairmont High School in 1957 and Ohio Wesleyan University in 1961 where he ran track and played football. He went on to receive a master's degree from Miami University of Ohio. Phil worked as a teacher, coach and administrator for Dayton Public Schools. Phil retired in 1995 after 33 years with the school district. Phil was a member of Southern Hills United Methodist Church in Kettering, OH and Mt. Zion UMC in Huntersville, NC.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 4:00pm at SOUTHERN HILLS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 2287 South Dixie Dr., Kettering, Ohio 45409. Pastor David Broyles to officiate. Memorial contributions: Prather Family College Scholarship Fund at the Dayton Foundation, 1401 S. Main Street, Suite 100, Dayton, OH, 45409. https://daytonfoundation.academicworks.com/donors
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Prather
Sponsored by Tribute & Tallent Funeral and Cremations J. B. Tallent Funeral Service & Crematory.
Kathy LaCombe
August 26, 2025
Our deepest sympathy and prayers for family and friends!
I met Phil and Donna through Pam, and Donna and Phil were even so kind to let me stay at their home in Ohio while I traveled from NC to Michigan to visit my mom. Donna took me site seeing and cooked a wonderful meal for me. Sweetest couple! Lots of prayers to Donna for comfort and strength! Hugs and love!
Julie Constable
August 16, 2025
Donna and family I am so very sorry for the loss if your beloved Phil. Hygs and prayers.
Sue Kinderdine
July 21, 2025
So sorry to learn about Phil´s passing. May God give you His enduring love during these days.
Sue Kinderfine
Linda Richardson
July 20, 2025
What a great guy!!!
Phil was ALWAYS ready to help anyone! Whether my disposal was clogged on Thanksgiving or I needed to borrow the Summer Ride (for 3 years! ). He was one of the good guys and made this world a better place!
Hugs to Donna, Pam, Sue & the rest of the crew
Sam & Erin
Reita Marie Brunsman
July 18, 2025
This smart, kind and gentle man we all loved and respected has fought the good fight, and now taken flight to the welcoming arms of our Savior where he suffers no more. Though I have not seen cousin Phil for years I shall never forget his warm and generous smile and gentle teasing demeanor. I pray that you all can feel the warm hugs I am sending from Indiana in memory of your truly wonderful husband, father, brother, grandfather, friend...and every role this man fulfilled in your lives. His memory is embedded in the hearts and minds of many.
Teresa Adkins
July 15, 2025
I have had the opportunity to help take care of Phil(bud) for 2 years. Phil and Donna are just like family to me and I will definitely miss him
Debra Wills
July 15, 2025
Phil you were always my Buddy! I had the pleasure of caring for you for almost 5 1/2 years, and getting to know Donna and the rest of your Family! You will be truly missed fly high Buddy! I will remember Donut Tuesday!
JoAnn Mueller
July 15, 2025
Phil and Dave will be boating, skiing, or golfing together up in heavenI loved Phil very much-the brother I never had. So many fond memories were made through the years. It was so sad that he suffered so much his final years. Thank you dear family for taking such good care of him. He loved being with everyone. He was a wonderful loving and caring man. He had a positive impact on whose lives he touch. May he rest in peace.
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
Make a Donation
in Phillip Prather's name
Memorial Events
for Phillip Prather
Funeral services provided by:
Tribute & Tallent Funeral and Cremations1937 North Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, NC 28205
How to support Phillip's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Phillip Prather's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
