John J. Prendergast, 81, of Powhatan, passed away February 6, 2016. He is survived by wife, Ellen M. Prendergast; children, Jay F. Prendergast (Heather) of Henrico, Mary Prendergast of California, Katie Willis (Preston) of Hanover, Patrick Prendergast of Woodbridge, Ellen Kennedy (David) of Washington; step daughters, Catherine Fierro (Joseph) of New York; Linda Hensley (Darrell) of Massanutten; fourteen grandchildren and one great grandchild. A memorial service to be announced at a later date. On line condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com