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Christopher Rader Obituary
Apr 12, 1954 - Mar 23, 2023
Huron
Christopher J. Rader, beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and brother-in-law, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023.
He was born April 12, 1954, in Ashland, the sixth son of Alice and Chuck Rader. Christopher moved to Huron when he was six years old and attended Huron Schools. He was raised in the Methodist Church, where he was an acolyte and studied the bible.
He married Susan (Everett) on Sept. 15, 1978, and later had two daughters, Allison and Heather, that were his world.
Christopher retired from CertainTeed Corp after 41 years.
His loves included boating, fishing, hunting, woodworking, carving, and making chainmail. He collected diamond willow, shark teeth, and stones and gems. He loved gardening and enjoyed riding his Harley. Above all of these loves, he loved his three dogs, Pebbles, Zorro, and Zeus.
He is survived by his wife, Susan; daughters, Allison and Heather; brothers, Mark and Drew; granddaughters, Jhane' 'Latrice, and Zhuri Lynae'; mother-in-law, Bea Everett; sons-in-law, Terrence Buckner and Al Jobes; several sisters and brothers-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Phil, Dave, and Joel; brother-in-law, Steve Everett; sisters-in-law, Molly, Margaret, Jean, and Betty Rader; niece, Michelle Saunders; nephew, Regg Rader; and father-in-law, Donald Everett.
Visitation for family and friends will be 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, 410 Main St., Huron, Ohio, 44839. A Vigil Service will begin at 6:45 p.m. Christopher's funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 30, 2023, at St. Peter Catholic Church, 430 Main St., Huron, Ohio, 44839. Burial will follow at Meadow Green Memorial Park, 2602 Bogart Rd., Huron, Ohio, 44839. All that knew Christopher knew that he was a simple man and would encourage people to come dressed casual or as they are.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Back To The Wild, 4504 Bardshar Rd., Castalia, Ohio, 44824.
Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is assisting family.
Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.
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Emma (Minton) Kunz
March 27, 2023
Chris was a beloved member of class of '72 and will be missed by all who knew him. This picture of Woody, Chris and Jim St. John was taken at our 35th reunion. I have fond memories of Chris and growing up in Huron, and will always remember him as a truly nice person. My heartfelt condolences to Susie & family.
Gayle A. Barnett
March 26, 2023
Chris and I grew up together and were good friends--I named my son after him and my brother,Dale (Furrer) Please accept my heart-filled condolences and prayers during this trying period of time. GayleFurrer-Barnett
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