Freddie J. Prater formerly of Fenton was born in Bragg City MO. to the union of Fred and Myrtle Prater, both of whom preceded him in death. Freddie was born on September 25, 1934 and passed from this life on November 13, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Prater (nee Sisson). He is survived by his five children; Marsha (Alan) Lohman of Clinton MO., Roy Prater of Eureka MO., Michael Prater of Eureka MO., Glen (Lori) Prater of Hillsboro Mo., and Gary (Cynthia) Prater of Cedar Hill MO. He is the loving Grandfather of 14 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He was a wonderful father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He liked to garden and fish.