of Jonesboro, AR
October 21, 1956 - December 5, 2022
Vickie Sue Prater, 66, of Jonesboro, AR passed away Monday, December 5, 2022 at UAMS in Little Rock. She was born October 21, 1956 in Sikeston, MO to Lindel and Betty (Smith) Taylor. She worked as a teacher for over 30 years until retirement. Vickie was a member of Christian Valley Christian Church and loved reading, spending time with her family, and loving on her granddaughters.
Vickie was preceded in death by her parents.
Those left behind to cherish the wonderful memories of Vickie include her husband of 44 years, Dwain Prater; sons, Seth and Jordan Prater and Cody Prater; granddaughters, Charlotte and Georgie Prater and a brother, Tony and Sherry Taylor.
Chapel services will be at 2 pm Friday, December 9, 2022 at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro with Mitch Ford officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Visitation will precede the service beginning at 1 pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests lasting memorials be made in Vickie's honor to either Christian Valley Christian Church or to Valley View Church of Christ.
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15 Condolence(s)
Rick and Carie Barker
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Vickie was one of our son’s favorite teachers growing up. She will truly be missed. Thoughts and prayers for all the family.
Debbie & Wes Williams
Friday, December 9, 2022
What a wonderful family we learned to love from visits to Chef’s In and softball games.Vicki will be deeply missed by everyone but just watching this family there was a closeness most never know and her love will continue in their hearts.
Lisa Ferrell
Friday, December 9, 2022
My deepest sympathies to you at this time of loss. Many prayers for the upcoming days.
Darcy Whitehurst
Friday, December 9, 2022
Vickie was one of the most amazing teachers I met. She was such a help when I first started. She would go out of her way to help anyone on campus. No matter the time of day, she would make the time for you. I greatly admired and respected her. She always treated everyone with kindness and respect. She was such a loving soul; she will be greatly missed.
Judy Richardson
Friday, December 9, 2022
Sweet Jordan and family prayers for today and days ahead much love Judy
Gail Burns
Friday, December 9, 2022
My niece Vickie was more like my sister. We played dolls together, dress-up, read books and had a great time at Mama's house. As adults we shared stories with each other
about our children our teaching and our fun stories. Then we shared times about our grand childĺ She loved her family. I will forever miss her.
Belinda Yancy
Thursday, December 8, 2022
When I think about Vickie, I think about what a great mother she was to her children. Family was so important her and just being around her youngest son and husband it was evident that She was a woman of faith in God. I can just see her radiate smile as she meets the Lord in heaven!
Sherry Russell
Thursday, December 8, 2022
She was a wonderful teacher she had both of my younger kids at health and wellness and environmental studies they loved her.
Rob and Dana Martin
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Mrs. Prater was such a sweetheart. She had my daughter in school and she loved being in her class. I later got offered to work at the flea market Mr. Prater had on Nettleton thanks to Mrs. Prater. The next school year came up and I worked in the same hall as her for almost 3 years. It was an honor to know her. She will be missed.
Robbie Lawrence
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Keeping all in my thoughts and Prayers...
Sandie Henderson
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Vickie was such a good person. We shared much in our talks out in the yard when we were neighbors and then became coworkers. She was so giving and caring. We would often be the last ones at school with families calling us to see why we had not left yet. Vickie worked so hard to make sure every T was crossed and every I dotted. We shared the love of our own families and grandchildren. She would be so excited to have one of hers. I loved when she would giggle and laugh as she told stories about them. Vickie was very private but also very proud of her family. She will be missed and remembered. Prayers for her sweet family left behind.
Debbie Gairhan
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Vickie was one of the finest teachers I ever worked with. She was a wonderful person. The world is diminished by her loss.
Cheri Taylor
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Heaven has gained a Beautiful Soul
Shine Bright in Heaven Vickie
Tony and I Love You â¤ï¸
Shirley Redd
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
I remember her from Hillcrest School years ago before VPA it became as a magnet school. Also my son went to school with Seth. Then her husband was basketball coach thru Temple Baptist when they were little. I was sorry to hear about her death. May God comfort the family.
Kevin Sigsby
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Grace and peace to the family. Vickie was a great lady and a cherished friend from the past.