{"id":94448,"date":"2025-07-01T11:04:32","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T15:04:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/?p=94448"},"modified":"2025-07-01T11:04:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T15:04:32","slug":"mander-lee-prater","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/?p=94448","title":{"rendered":"Mander Lee Prater"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\t\r\njQuery(document).ready(function () {var html = '<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-layout-key=\"-gw-3+1f-3d+2z\" data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\" data-ad-slot=\"5600453644\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\\\/script><\/br>';\r\n    jQuery(html).insertAfter(\".elementor-widget-theme-post-content\");\r\n\t\r\n\t\r\n\t\r\n\tvar html1 = '<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\" data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\" data-ad-slot=\"9212395598\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\\\/script><\/br>';\r\n    jQuery(html1).insertBefore(\".elementor-element-156402f\");\r\n\t\r\n\t\r\n});\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/\/pagead\/js\/?client=0531879237494766\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4268950360\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     ().push({});\r\n<\/script>\r\n\r\n \r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\t\r\njQuery(document).ready(function () {var html = '<ins class=\"\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-layout-key=\"-gw-3+1f-3d+2z\" data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\" data-ad-slot=\"5600453644\"><\/ins><script>(=window. || []).push({});<\\\/script><\/br>';\r\n    jQuery(html).insertAfter(\"div.elementor-element.elementor-element-31b33ad.elementor-widget.elementor-widget-image\");\r\n\t\r\n\t\r\n\t\r\n\tvar html1 = '<ins class=\"\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\" data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\" data-ad-slot=\"9212395598\"><\/ins><script>(=window. || []).push({});<\\\/script><\/br>';\r\n    jQuery(html1).insertBefore(\"div.elementor-element.elementor-element-e95eabd.elementor-widget.elementor-widget-image\");\r\n\t\r\n\t\r\n});\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/\/pagead\/js\/.js?client=0531879237494766\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4268950360\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     ( = window. || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\r\n\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.tukioswebsites.com\/c7490466-cc34-49d8-8208-b6b19d17c4f1\/lg\" alt=\"Mander Lee Prater Profile Photo\" \/>\r\n<div class=\"obituary-text-main\">\r\n<p id=\"isPasted\">Mander Lee Prater, a dedicated youth minister and beloved community member, passed away on June 27, 2025, in Peru, Indiana, at the age of 64. Born on August 29, 1960, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Mander E. and Janavee \u201cJan\u201d (Flannery) Prater, Mander's life was characterized by his unwavering commitment to helping others and his profound sense of community.<\/p>\r\nAfter graduating from Northfield High School in 1978, Mander pursued his education in electrical engineering at ITT. His academic journey continued at Ivy Tech Community College, where he studied computer graphics (CAD). Ultimately, his passion for guiding youth led him to Taylor University, where he graduated in 2001 with a degree in Youth Ministry.\r\n\r\nMander's career as a youth minister began in 1988 at New Life Baptist Church in Wabash, where he served until 1999. He then joined Calvary Baptist Church in Wabash and continued his impactful work there until 2006, when he assumed the role of Mission Director at EastPointe Bible Church in Peru. Throughout his ministry, Mander touched the lives of countless young people with his warmth, guidance, and unwavering dedication to their growth.\r\n\r\nA proud veteran, Mander served in the United States Army from 1983 to 1987 as an M1 Abrams Tank System Mechanic. His military service was a source of pride and commitment to his family, country, and community.\r\n\r\nMander married Luan K. Rowe on June 7, 1980, after meeting while they were both in college. They shared a joyful life together, filled with laughter and cherished memories, and were the proud parents of six children. Mander's family was the cornerstone of his life, and he always put their needs first, embodying a spirit of selflessness and love.\r\n\r\nKnown for his generous heart and ornery personality, Mander was someone who would give more than he could afford, always putting others' needs above his own. His presence was felt deeply, and he had a dream of making a lasting difference in the lives of those around him.\r\n\r\nThe loving memory of Mander Lee Prater will be forever cherished by his father, Mander E. Prater, Roann; wife, Luan K. Prater, Roann; children, Heather (Jason) George, Wapak, Ohio, Phillip (Andrea) Prater, Spring Lake, Michigan, Stephanie (Micah) Archer, Roann, Anton Prater, Kentucky, Polina Prater, Frankfort, Germany, and Ekaterina (Cameron) Rose, Wabash; eight grandchildren; brother, Jeff (Kristi) Prater, Silver Lake; and sisters, Vanessa (JC) Sparks, Warsaw and Jill (Paul) Parker, Akron. Mander was preceded in death by his mother, Janavee \u201cJan\u201d Prater; and grandchild, Amara George.\r\n\r\nFamily and friends may call Monday, July 7, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, Indiana. Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling. Burial will be held at Graceland Cemetery in Claypool, Indiana.\r\n\r\nFor those who wish to honor the memory of Mander Lee Prater, memorial contributions may be made to Luan Prater, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, Indiana 46962.\r\n\r\nThe family of Mander Lee Prater has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"mt-10\">To order\u00a0<a class=\"text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-400 hover:underline\" href=\"https:\/\/manage2.tukioswebsites.com\/o\/v2\/trees\/5f1633bc-6cb0-424c-b33f-453bf20aab0d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">memorial trees<\/a>\u00a0or send flowers to the family in memory of Mander Lee Prater, please visit our\u00a0<a class=\"text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-400 hover:underline\" href=\"https:\/\/manage2.tukioswebsites.com\/orders\/v2\/flowers\/5f1633bc-6cb0-424c-b33f-453bf20aab0d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flower store<\/a>.<\/div>\r\n<script  src=\"https:\/\/\/pagead\/js\/.js?client=0531879237494766\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2870348528\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     ( = window. || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\r\n \r\n<script  src=\"https:\/\/\/pagead\/js\/?client=0531879237494766\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2870348528\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     ().push({});\r\n<\/script>\r\n ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mander Lee Prater, a dedicated youth minister and beloved community member, passed away on June 27, 2025, in Peru, Indiana, at the age of 64. Born on August 29, 1960, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Mander E. and Janavee \u201cJan\u201d (Flannery) Prater, Mander&#8217;s life was characterized by his unwavering commitment to helping others and his profound &#8230; <a title=\"Mander Lee Prater\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/?p=94448\" aria-label=\"Read more about Mander Lee Prater\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[261],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-94448","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-obituaries-2"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","rttpg_featured_image_url":null,"rttpg_author":{"display_name":"Wade Weaver","author_link":"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/?author=3"},"rttpg_comment":0,"rttpg_category":"<a href=\"https:\/\/masterzradio.net\/?cat=261\" rel=\"category\">Obituaries2<\/a>","rttpg_excerpt":"Mander Lee Prater, a dedicated youth minister and beloved community member, passed away on June 27, 2025, in Peru, Indiana, at the age of 64. 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