of North Little Rock, AR
October 11, 1948 - January 17, 2026
Dale G. Prater, 77, entered the presence of his Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ on January 17, 2026.
Dale, raised in Greasy Creek, Kentucky, was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew & Lexie Prater, brother, Avery Prater, sisters, Pansy Hopkins, Loretta Stumbo, Naomi Bailey, Bernice Cloud, and one miscarried grandchild.
Celebrating his life here on earth and rejoicing in his eternal life with Christ are, Susie, his wife of 53 years of North Little Rock, Arkansas, two sons, Paul Andrew Prater (Sarah); granddaughter, Ruby Lee Prater of White Hall, Arkansas; grandson, Rafferty Chenault of Russellville, Arkansas; and Patrick Alan Prater (Gaile); granddaughter, Phoenix Love Prater of Bentonville, Arkansas; and brother, Reaford (Brenda) Prater of Lancaster, KY.
He was a member of Central Baptist Church in North Little Rock, Arkansas, where visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026, with Wyman Richardson officiating.
Interment will follow at a later date at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in Sherwood, Arkansas.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Central Baptist Church, 5200 Fairway, North Little Rock, Arkansas.
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9 Condolence(s)
Elizabeth (Denise) Devlin
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
My best gardening companion at Gleaners Garden which he founded and made me his partner. I can’t count the many acts of kindness he showed to me, my family and my friends that he met. For 16 years we were joined at the hip through the garden and I will miss him dearly as I try to carry on without him. Words are endless for Brother Dale. The kindness and understanding he showed to people he met. His generosity was immeasurable. I’ll miss you dearly and make sure that I
make it to the other side where I know you are when the time comes.
Forever love for you,
Denise Devlin
Shelia
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Bro. Dale , besides my daddy , you were the only other man that I trusted . I know that if my family needed anything , I could count on you to be the first one there . You were one of the most godly man that I know . Mrs . Suzy , I'm praying for God to cover you and yours with His perfect peace and I pray he fills your minds with nothing but good memories. I love y'all with the love of Christ .
Kenneth Bascue
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
I only knew brother Dale for a short time but in that small time he was a mentor and true friend as well as the pastor of our church for a short time. He was always about doing the Lord's work. I will miss brother Dale, but the Lord has put another jewel in his crown. May God bless your family in this difficult time. Everyone is praying that God will give you strength.
Tim and Anita Sawyer & Family
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
We loved Bro. Dale and never had a doubt that he loved us. He showed us and everyone he met love. We know that love came straight from Jesus.
We are sending our many prayers for comfort and deepest congratulations to Sis. Susie and the rest of the family.
Love, hugs, and prayers,
Tim and Anita Sawyer & family (Benjamin, Lukas, & Lauren)
Scott & Debbie Pinckard
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Brother Dale will be greatly missed in the many ministries he served in, but we rejoice in the knowledge that he is now with his lord and savior JESUS CHRIST!
Johnny & Tala Hill
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
RIP Dale! Thank you for all the prayer you put in on us. Love you and will missed you tremendously.
Allen Elkins
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
What a man of God. I read a book once called, “Outlive Your Life” by Max Lucado. Dale certainly did. His impact in the city of North Little Rock and beyond point to this great man. You want to experience Dale Go to a food closet. Go to a church led food pantry. Look at people who would be hungry w out his generosity. Thank you, Brother Dale for your life. Sunday he heard the words we all king to hear. “Well done you good and faithful servant. You were faithful with little now you will be in charge over much.”
Frances Rainwater
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Dale was a wonderful person who was always helping people. He and my dad were great friends. He will be greatly missed. To Suzy and the boys, our prayers are with you.
Lisa Houser
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Br. Dale Prater was one the most humble men I remember meeting. He really listened to me, and inquired with me about the struggles of being a single mom to my two beautiful girls, one whom had lost her dad at the age of two, and one whose dad struggled with opiate addiction. Br. Dale showed great concern and compassion even when my own Pastor of years hadn't shown a concern of the difficulties my daughters encountered, only judgment. Br.Dale was a Pastor who would come preach at our church on many occasions when our Pastor couldn't be there.
I say this not to degrade anyone else, but just to point out the fact of the impact Br. Dale made even in the lives of the churches he visited. God used this man to reach many. A gift that God gave him in showing others that he truly cared about the lives of those under his preaching.
I was blessed to know this man, and I know that his legacy will live on because of the love of Jesus that he shared with everyone, not just a select few.
My condolences go out to his wife, family and friends. I know you are suffering great loss, and you are in my prayers. We can be happy for him as he is in heaven with Our Heavenly Father.