John Edward Prater, 80 years of age, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at North Star Post Acute Care in Turlock, Ca, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.
He was the loving husband to Carol Prater for 59 incredible years of marriage. John was born on July 14, 1944 in Hollister, CA to the late Walter and Helen Prater, and was the middle child of three, with Harry Prater, the oldest, preceding him in death, and Nancy Waltman, the youngest. He attended and graduated from Hollister High in 1963, and went on to work for Foster Farms for 25 years, retiring with a sense of accomplishment, before joining his son, Randy, in building cabinets, creating something truly special.
He really fought to stay with us for 80 years, and received a heart transplant 27 years ago. We don’t know anything about the donor but God bless him and his family for giving our loved one so many more years. He is survived by his loving wife, Carol Prater, daughter Stacey Prater, son Ron Prater, and the memory of his late son, Randy Prater (Debby), as well as his 9 cherished grandchildren, and 12 very loved great grandchildren , and his loyal companion, Ruby.
The viewing will be held on Thursday February 27th at Allen Mortuary from 5-7 pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday February 28th, at Allen Mortuary at 10 am, 247 N Broadway, Turlock CA. A graveside service will be held immediately after at the Hilmar Cemetery, 8710 Tegner Rd, Hilmar CA, and reception after will be held at the Stevinson Hall, 2962 Lander Ave, Stevinson CA, where loved ones will gather to celebrate his life.
John will be missed, loved and remembered always.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to The American Cancer Society and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 640 Minaret Ave, Turlock CA 95380.
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