Roger Prater Death – Within the close-knit community of coonhound lovers, the unexpected death of Roger Prater has shocked everyone. Known for his generosity and companionship in addition to his knowledge of the coonhound world, Roger leaves behind a legacy that those who had the honor of knowing him will always treasure. This post is a loving remembrance of a beloved friend, skilled artisan, and well-known member of the Coonhound community. With his warmth, kindness, and sincere love for coonhounds, Roger Prater left a lasting impression on a lot of people, becoming more than just a fellow fan.
This tribute’s writer remembers the fun times she had with Roger and his wife Teresa and the amazing summer trip they took to Indiana. The piece highlights the kind presents that Roger gave Rich and a housewarming party, including a gorgeous wood shelf and a sizable cedar slice. These material tokens of friendship now function as treasured keepsakes and are a tribute to Roger’s thoughtfulness and craftsmanship. The piece emphasizes Roger’s love of coonhounds and his readiness to spread that love to others.
The author expresses gratitude to Roger for his friendship and for enabling them to take Jordan, their coonhound, to shows. The joy of winning together and the memories of ACHA world shows highlight the friendship that Roger cultivated among coonhound owners. The author remembers Roger’s recent Christmas message, which was brief but heartfelt: “Merry Christmas, my friend.” They had no idea that this would be their close friend’s final correspondence. The piece considers the vacuum created by Roger’s disappearance and conveys the intense sense of grief and devastation felt upon hearing of his passing.