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James Monroe Prater, Jr.

December 29, 1973 ~ June 27, 2025 (age 51) 51 Years Old

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James Prater, Jr. Obituary

James Monroe Prater, Jr., 51, of Lancaster, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025, at Fort Logan Hospital in Stanford. Born on December 29, 1973, he was a son of the late James M. Sr., & Ressie Manns Prater. James attended Wallaceton Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Larry & Terry Prater.

Survivors include two daughters, Kelsi & Brianna Prater; his companion Teresa Saylor, and a brother, Jerry Lee (Patricia) Prater, Sr.

James’ wishes for cremation will be honored, and private family services will be held at a later date. Friends & family may share memories or leave condolences on his tribute wall at : www.ramsey-young.com and/or : ckccrematory.com. Ramsey-Young Funeral Home & Central KY Cremation are entrusted with his care.

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