Prater

Biographical Sketch of Mrs. Henry L. D. Prater

Henry Laurens Dawes Prater, born on February 25, 1900, was the son of Henry Sheridan and Mattie Celeste Thompson Prater. He wed Martha Ham on December 30, 1919, and together they raised a son, William Eugene Prater, born April 23, 1920. The Praters farmed near Adam. Mattie Celeste Prater’s lineage traces back through her mother, Clara Rider, and her grandmother, Bettie Lucas. The family connections also include Jennie Hildebrand, who married William Lucas, linking to Bettie’s heritage.

Biographical Sketch of David George Prater

David George Prater, born on August 10, 1889, married Clennie B. Jackson on December 18, 1907. They had six children: Leland, George, Guy, William, Beatrice, and Celeste. A farmer residing near Adair, Prater was involved in local fraternal organizations, including the Odd Fellows and the Ancient Order of United Workmen, while his wife was part of the Rebeccas. Prater’s lineage is traced back to Moses Alberty, linking him to a rich family history in North Carolina.

Biographical Sketch of Mrs. Henry S. Prater

Martha Celeste Thompson, born March 16, 1868, married Henry Sheridan Prater on February 1, 1887. They had several children, including David George and Mary Caroline, the latter of whom married Guy P. Holmes and had two children. Other children include Henry L. Dawes, Mable Clara, Robbie, Nellie Maude, and Rollie Austin. Martha’s lineage connects to Clara Rider Thompson, whose husband served in the Civil War and who passed away in 1916, contributing to a rich family history.

Prater, Sarah Martha Hall – Obituary

Mrs. Martha Prater, an 87-year-old valley pioneer, passed away at her daughter’s home on March 11, 1934, following a paralytic stroke. Born in Missouri in 1846, she traveled to California in 1859 and settled in Kittitas Valley in 1878. A member of the Methodist church and WCTU, she was known as “Grandma Prater” and is survived by three daughters, two sons, and numerous grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at the Methodist church, with burial in the IOOF Cemetery.

Prater, Felix – Obituary

Felix G. Prater, a prominent farmer and lifelong resident of the West Side, passed away on August 5, 1937, at the age of 58 after a three-week illness due to heart disease. Born on October 23, 1878, he was married to Alice Harrell in 1904 and is survived by his wife, a son, a daughter, a brother, three sisters, and a grandson. A member of the Methodist Church, his funeral will be held Saturday afternoon, with burial at IOOF Cemetery.

Prater, Charles Cornelius Jr. – Obituary

C. C. Prater, a notable farmer and community leader in Kittitas Valley, passed away at age 57 after a brief illness. Born December 15, 1881, on the family farm, he was married to Velma Weaver in 1906 and actively engaged in local governance and the Methodist Church throughout his life. Survived by his wife, children, and siblings, his funeral is scheduled for Saturday at the Methodist Church, with interment at Thorp Cemetery.

Prater, Wendell Weaver – Obituary

Wendell W. Prater, aged 74, passed away at home in Ellensburg after a long illness. Born on March 11, 1913, he spent his life farming the family land. A graduate of Ellensburg High School and Washington State College, he was active in community service, notably with the First United Methodist Church and the Ellensburg Kiwanis Club. He is survived by his wife JoAnn, two daughters, four grandsons, and a sister. A memorial service will be held at the First United Methodist Church.

Prater, Norma Noble – Obituary

Norma Prater, 91, passed away on February 14, 1979, at a nursing home. Born on June 28, 1887, in Leadville, Colorado, she relocated to Ellensburg in 1908 and married Jess Prater in 1915. The couple farmed until retiring in 1951. An active community member, she belonged to the First United Methodist Church and several local organizations. She is survived by two sons, two daughters, eight grandchildren, and a sister. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday at Evenson Chapel, followed by burial at the IOOF Cemetery.

Biographies of the Cherokee Indians

1830 Map of Cherokee Territory in Georgia

The Cherokee Indians, primarily from the Southeastern U.S., have a rich history marked by their early adoption of a written language and a government structure similar to that of the United States. Despite their forced relocation to Oklahoma in the 1830s, they maintained significant genealogical ties, often intermarrying with Whites. Emmet Starr’s “History of the Cherokee Indians and Their Legends and Folklore” emphasizes personal biographies and genealogies, providing insights into the lives and connections of many Cherokee families across generations, thereby enriching their cultural narrative.