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Robert Prather

1958 - 2026

Robert Prather obituary, 1958-2026, Midlothian, VA

BORN

1958

DIED

2026

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Mar. 14, 2026

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Mount Herman Baptist Church

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Robert Prather Obituary

Robert Brian Prather passed away at home on February 23, 2026, at age 67. Born March 20, 1958, in New Orleans, LA, Brian graduated from Midlothian High School before joining the U.S. Army 4th 68th Armor, Airborne Division. He worked tirelessly as a diesel technician to support his family and was a treasured member of the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church Congregation. He is survived by his wife, Susan, his son, Adam (Adrian), his daughter, Lindsey (Tommy) Beekman, his precious grandchildren, Aidan and Henry, his sisters, Susan and Gail (Dave), his brother, Stuart (Susan), and their children, his beloved nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at Mt. Hermon (18100 Genito Rd.) on Saturday, March 14th at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Mar. 1, 2026.

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Mar

14

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Mount Herman Baptist Church

18100 Genito Road, Moseley, VA 23120

Mar

14

Memorial service

4:00 p.m.

Mount Herman Baptist Church

18100 Genito Road, Moseley, VA 23120

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