James L. Prather age 90 of Galax, Virginia passed away Monday, March 9, 2020 at his home.

Mr. Prather was born in Beckley, West Virginia on February 5, 1930 to Roy and Lucy Prather.

He proudly served his country in the US Army.

He is survived by his wife Erma B. Prather of Galax, Virginia; two sons and daughters-in-law Jim and Carol Prather of Washington State; Larry and Debra Prather of Beckley, West Virginia; several grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from six until seven at the Galax Church of God of Prophecy. The funeral service will follow at 7:00 PM with Pastor Titus Anderson officiating. Military Rites will be conducted by the Grayson VFW Post 7726. Burial will be held Thursday in the Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Beckley, West Virginia at 12 noon.