Ralph Edward Prater Obituary

The memory of Ralph Edward Prater (Stuarts Draft, Virginia), who passed away on May 27, 2026 at the age of 72, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ralph Edward Prater to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Prater and Alice Prater; his in-laws, William and Gladys Foley; his precious baby boy Nicholas Prater; and his siblings-in-law, Dickie Coyner and Bonnie Prater.

He is survived by: his wife Deborah Prater; his children, Megan Beyeler (Curtis), Jonathan Prater (Jessica), Chuckie Prater (Rachel), Paw-Paws, Elijah Prater, Aiden Prater, Eva Beyeler, Ethan Prater, Haylee Prater, Olivia Prater and Sawyer Prater; his brother Ernie Prater; and his siblings-in-law, Janet Coyner and Phillip Foley. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

It is suggested those desiring make memorial contributions to UVA Health Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center, 1240 Lee Street, Charlottesville, VA 22908.