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Cynthia Ann Prather

Dec 1, 1965 – May 19, 2018

Service Details

Funeral: Thursday, May 24, 2018  6:00pm

Visitation: Thursday, May 24, 2018  4:00 – 6:00pm\

Location: Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home Chapel

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Cynthia Ann (nee: Baker) Prather was born December 1, 1965 in Racine, WI to James and Lura Baker (Turner). She departed this life on Saturday, May 19, 2018. She attended J.I. Case High School and obtained her GED from Gateway Technical College. Cindy was united in marriage to Lance R. Prather on October 20, 1987.

Cindy was employed for many years as a caregiver and housekeeper.  She spent her spare time solving crossword puzzles, crocheting, listening to her music and enjoying life on her own terms.  She was known for speaking her mind, playing her banjo, and cussing and kicking folks out at knife point!

Cindy was proceeded in death by her mother Lura L. Kirk, father James Baker Sr., brother James (Squeeky) Baker, brother Jerry Baker, step-father David J. Kirk, father-n-law Willie D. Prather, and several other uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. She is survived by 3 daughters Lashunda Prather, Taleeka Baker, and Tramara (Billy Petty II) Prather, grandchildren Shalaya, Shante, Billy, Brooklyn, Travell, William and great grandchild Vanissa, all of Racine, WI.  She also leaves to cherish 2 brothers Daryl Baker of Racine, WI and Tyrone Kirk of Florissant, MO; three sisters Vanissa Kirk of Florissant, MO, Armintta Franklin, Mertarsha (Willie) Fondren of Racine, 6 sister-in-laws Mary Martinez, Lorna Prather, Leslie Prather, Lorretta Rutherford, Lisa White-Roe and Lynn Lother; a special mother-in-law Effie Lacey; special nieces and nephews, Amari Kirk, Christopher Kirk,  Megan Farrah, Daniqua Baker, Nyi’ema Gentry; Levi Gentry, Kai Gentry, Nadia Franklin, Willie Fondren Jr, LaQuisha Franklin, Vesna Franklin, J’lesia Fondren, Jaceon Fondren, Terrellus, Tamia, Amiah, Tiyi, Tatiana, Tarean, Terrance, Thomas, Travis, Tramal, Tavaris, and Trent; special friend Tykia Norris, Tanisha Norris, Melody McMorris, Raymond Oliver, and Michael Brooks, cousins Orlando Turner, Steven Turner, Debra Turner, Pat Turner and a host of uncles, cousins, friends and family.

Cynthia Ann (nee: Baker) Prather, age 52, passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Ascension-All Saints Hospital in Racine, Wisconsin.  A Celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at 6:00pm in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd, Racine, WI.  The Visitation will be in the Funeral Home from 4:00pm until the time of service.  Interment will take place at West Lawn Cemetery.

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  1. Sandra k Smith says

    May 21, 2018 at 11:55 pm

    My condolences to the family may God give your family peace Love Sandra and Family

  2. Katina Townsend says

    May 22, 2018 at 12:10 am

    My Deepest Condolences……

  3. Ramona Drane says

    May 22, 2018 at 1:58 am

    My condolences to the family

  4. brenda petty says

    May 22, 2018 at 2:57 am

    my prayers and condolences to you all

  5. Terese Turner says

    May 22, 2018 at 5:45 am

    Take your rest cousin. May God be strength, comfort and peace to all during this time.

  6. Leona and Rondell Brumby says

    May 22, 2018 at 6:15 am

    Sending our condolences and love. May God comfort and strengthen you all. Cindy rest peacefully in Heaven my sista😚💖

  7. Raquel Jackson says

    May 22, 2018 at 6:59 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Cindy will truly be missed.
    Praying for you all.
    The Jackson Family

  8. Mary M. MARTINEZ says

    May 22, 2018 at 7:09 am

    You will be missed my angel I will never forget you my partner in crime we had some fun and I know you will be watching all over us rest in peace Cynthia Prather Baker until we meet again I love you Cindy I’m going to miss you

  9. Kimberly Allen says

    May 22, 2018 at 7:53 am

    My prayers and condolences to the families of cindy. She will be missed. RIP beautiful lady.

  10. Ms. Cynthia Davis McDuffie says

    May 22, 2018 at 7:54 am

    Cindy. I just want to say thank you for being there for me and opening up your door when I needed a place to stay. I will miss the times when we cooked together, party together and laughed together. You will always be in my heart. Ps Mr. Oliver gave us the name Biggy and Small kitchen one Easter Sunday back in the early 90’s. Rest in Peace my friend.

  11. Reggie Jackson says

    May 22, 2018 at 9:18 am

    Sorry for your loss

  12. Anonymous says

    May 22, 2018 at 9:45 am

    Condolences to you and your family! Praying for you all!

  13. Jennifer Russell says

    May 22, 2018 at 9:47 am

    Condolences to your family! Praying for you all!

  14. Tina Pegues says

    May 22, 2018 at 10:52 am

    Thank you Jesus for letting me know your Angel Cynthia Ann Pratber..she was a blessing gonna miss her sweet self RIH baby.an Angel gone to heaven..

  15. Sheila Grandy says

    May 22, 2018 at 11:01 am

    Sending prayers to the family, sorry for your loss🙏🙏🙏

  16. Karen Golden says

    May 22, 2018 at 11:56 am

    My condolences to the Prather Family ,Cindy was a good person she will be deeply miss. From Karen Golden,Lucresha Mullen,Josh Golden,Anderinque Funderburg. We Love you Cindy. 💕

  17. Punkin Ellison says

    May 22, 2018 at 12:39 pm

    So sorry for y’all loss,praying for the family.Cindy will truly missed

  18. Melva De Leon says

    May 22, 2018 at 1:29 pm

    My condolences to the Prather and Baker Family…. I will remember you and all the good times on MAPLE STREET🙏

    De’ Leon Family

  19. Pam young n family says

    May 22, 2018 at 3:27 pm

    Condolences to the family we’re sorry for your loss. Young family ♥️

  20. Damonia says

    May 22, 2018 at 3:31 pm

    You will surely be missed ! I love you

  21. Anonymous says

    May 22, 2018 at 4:19 pm

    Sending my prayers to my family
    Marilyn White

  22. Melody McMorris says

    May 22, 2018 at 7:22 pm

    My condolence to my nieces may God be with you see you sis when I gain my Wings

  23. Rachelle Swanson says

    May 22, 2018 at 11:09 pm

    Sending my condolences

  24. Quita Johnson says

    May 23, 2018 at 7:35 am

    My condolences to the family

  25. Jeanette Winston-Johnson says

    May 23, 2018 at 8:23 am

    My condolence goes out to the family and I do remember Cindy on Maple street. We all grew up there together like a big family. I will miss Cindy so much. Praying for the family and please keep the faith in God

  26. Lane Sanders says

    May 23, 2018 at 1:26 pm

    To my mother in law Cindy you will be dearly missed and always remembered as a good mother and friend to all that new you! You are now in Jesus arm’s forever! Amen

  27. Michele Richmond says

    May 23, 2018 at 5:24 pm

    My thoughts & prayers to all the family. My memories of cindy I will never forget. She was a very funny & entertaining woman. You will be missed but never forgoten!!

  28. Rickey & Stacey Moore says

    May 23, 2018 at 6:19 pm

    Sending our condolences to the Prather & Baker families.

  29. Linda Hintonn Ivy says

    May 23, 2018 at 7:15 pm

    The Hinton family sends there deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy. May god continue to strengthen your family. Linda (Hinton) Ivy

  30. Jamie and Teasia(Moon Pie) says

    May 23, 2018 at 9:33 pm

    Special prayers to the family and auntie cindy u will truly be missed we love u and watch over us love always

  31. Lynn Walker says

    May 24, 2018 at 8:09 am

    May God give you the strength to endure and may you be comforted in the wonderful memories!
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  32. Lynn Walker says

    May 24, 2018 at 8:15 am

    My prayers are sent for you. My thoughts are about you and the family and friends.
    May you have great joy in your memories.
    Love & Blessings always, Mama Lynn

  33. Lorna Prather says

    May 24, 2018 at 2:06 pm

    I will miss my sister in law, we got history!

  34. Debbie Kidd says

    May 31, 2018 at 11:49 am

    Sorry for your lost she will be missed but never forgotten

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October 22, 2015

After the passing of our loved one, the time came to make the arrangements for his funeral and we couldn’t have asked for anyone more kind and caring as Mark was. He picked up on all the little details and things we held close to our hearts and made the celebration of this wonderful man’s life very special. Even playing taps along with the honor guard, Mark we can’t thank you enough…our heartfelt thanks go out to you and the staff.
Sincerely, THE GENE GRABHER FAMILY

Linda

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