Seldon Prater

Seldon Prater, age 78, of Jackson, KY passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at his residence.-He was born August 3, 1940 at Wilstacy, KY and was the son of the late Vincent and Corsie (Noble) Prater and  was a retired Engineer for CSX Railroad.  He was also preceded also in death by one sister: Pauline Prater.-Seven brothers: Arnold Prater, Dennis Prater, Ernest Prater, Elmer Prater, Vincent Prater, JR, Clarence Prater and Lester Prater.-He is survived by his wife: Jessie (Miller) Prater of Jackson, KY-One son: Brian (Carrie) Prater of Elizabethtown, KY-Two granddaughters: Claire Prater and Avery Prater.-One brother: Ollie James (Shelby Jean) Prater of SC.-He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews, many other relatives and friends.-Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 24, 2108 at 2:00 p.m. at Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with John Bunn officiating.-Burial in the Jackson Cemetery.-Visitation will begin on Friday at 5:00 p.m.-Deaton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.-Pallbearers: Ray David Sallee, Doug Allen, Mike Holcomb, Henry B. Combs, Larry Campbell, Michael Prater.-Honorary Pallbearers: Railroad Buddies and Hardee Friends.