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William Eugene Prather
William Eugene Prather
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A proud veteran, William honorably served his country during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Intrepid, earning his discharge as an E-4 from the United States Navy. Following his service, he dedicated more than 30 years of employment to Indianapolis Power & Light, working at the Plant Pritchard Plant in Martinsville and retiring as a supervisor in 2000.
William enjoyed a full life and had many passions. He loved riding motorcycles, camping, and boating. After retirement, he especially cherished his winters spent in Florida, where he took great joy in playing shuffleboard, walking his dog, playing cards, and "pimping out" his golf cart. His fun-loving spirit will be remembered by all who knew him.
He is survived by two sons, Cameron and Scott (wife, Crystal) Prather both of Martinsville, IN; daughter, Marnetta Prather of Martinsville, IN; brother, Robert (wife, Janet) Prather of Paragon, IN; 4 sisters, Charlotte (husband, Doug) Scrogham of Franklin, IN, Joyce Troxal of Terre Haute, IN, Margaret (husband, John) LaMar of Brownsburg, IN, and Rebecca Prather of Martinsville, IN; 3 grandchildren, William (wife, Chelsea) Prather, Brianna Prather (Austin Ku), and Anna Marie Prather; and his girlfriend of 23 years, Brenda Gentry of Dade City, FL;
Along with his parents, William was preceded in death by one brother, James Prather.
In honoring William's wishes, his earthly remains will be cremated, and the family will be hosting a Celebration of Life Memorial Service at a later date.
Neal & Summers Funeral and Cremation Center has been entrusted with Mr. Prather's final arrangements. Condolences and memories are encouraged to be shared with the Prather family online at www.nealandsummers.com
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