Silas Arthur Prater Jr.
August 13, 1959 - August 11, 2021
Silas Arthur Prater, Jr., age 61, of Lynchburg went to be with his heavenly father Wednesday, August 11, 2021. He was born August 13, 1959 in Middlesborough, Kentucky to the late Silas and Catherine (Hagner) Prater. Besides his parents, Silas is also preceded in death by his stepmother, Genetta Prater; sister, Nancy Hart; and stepsister, Gwen Smith. Silas was a loving, family man that enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family. He enjoyed working at Camp Joy and was a longtime member of County Line Church of Christ. The family will receive friends Thursday, August 12th from 1 – 4 p.m. at Lynchburg Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will follow in the chapel with Brother Jimmy Jean officiating. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sharing Christ with Others Youth Camp, P.O. Box 413, Lynchburg TN 37352. He is survived by his wife, Robin (Gattis) Prater; children, Leslie Kerr (Michael), Bryant Prater (Alicia), Randa Prater, Joshua Prater (Krystal) and Tyler Prater; sisters, Linda Stephens, Deborah Norman (Parks), Kathryn Smith (Terry), Barbara Allen, Sharon Bobo (Danny) and Cynthia Fanning (Jerry); stepsisters, Teresa Hensley and Kim Smith; grandchildren, Mason Kerr, Landon Kerr, Macie Kerr and Gannon Prater; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and The Breakfast Boys.
Silas Arthur Prater, Jr., age 61, of Lynchburg went to be with his heavenly father Wednesday, August 11, 2021. He was born August 13, 1959 in Middlesborough, Kentucky to the late Silas and Catherine (Hagner) Prater. Besides his parents, Silas... View Obituary & Service Information