Tommy Ed

Prater

Tommy Ed Prater, age 74, of Bismarck, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. He was born February 26, 1952, in Malvern, to the late Clinton Rufus “C.R.” and Martha (May) Prater. He was a retired boat mechanic at Trader Bills in Hot Springs. He enjoyed hunting, guns, and shooting. He was of the Baptist faith.

He is preceded in death by his parents and one son, Scott Lynn Prater.

Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Patty (Cooper) Prater; daughters, Christy Dawn Sanders (Russell) of Bismarck, Toni Renee Gipson (Matt) of Bismarck; grandchildren, Chase Lee Prather, Stetson Lane Gipson, and Aiden Cole Gipson (Lacey); great-grandchildren, Dylilah Kate Prather and Rosalie Rain Gipson; sister, Polly Ann Orr of Bismarck; nephew, Bruce Wayne Orr (Sarah); great nephew, Henry Orr; and great nieces, Riley Orr and Carly Orr Cox (Andrew).

There will be a Celebration of Life Memorial Visitation on Saturday, November 14, from 11:00 AM to 2:00PM, at Prairie Bayou Church of Christ near Bismarck.

Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guest book at regencyfuneralhome.com.