David D. Prater, 59, passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021, at 7:48 p.m. at his residence in Harrod, Ohio.

He was born on Dec. 16, 1961, to the late Wayne and Leatrice (Williams) Prater.

Surviving are two brothers: Dennis Prater of Lima and Fred (Myndy) Prater of Texas; and a sister: Zora (Dave, dec.) Keasler of Harrod.  He was a big brother and mentor to Chad Williams and Ben Hardesty.

David was contracted by Allied as a security guard. He worked at the Allen County Juvenile Detention Center as an officer and supervisor for 19 years. David loved mentoring kids. He was a 1980 Lima Senior High School graduate. David liked gardening and loved all pets.

It was David’s wish to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the benevolence of the family in care of, Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, P.O. Box 38, Ada, OH 45810.