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Tony Rader Obituary

Tony Ray Rader, 59, of Moneta, Va., passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2008. He was born December 28, 1948, the son of the late George Allen Rader and Frances Fielder Rader. Surviving are his wife, Marilyn Rader; children, William Rader, of Moneta, Candi R. Barton and her husband, Rob ,of Goodview, Shelly R. Lloyd and her husband, Alan, of Moneta, and Jason Lee Rader, of Goodview; stepdaughter, Samantha McDaniel and her husband, Mike; six grandchildren, Colby Barton, Alex Lloyd, Bryce Barton, Victoria (Princess) Barton, Brandon McDaniel, and Noah McDaniel; three brothers, James Rader, of Goodview, Norris Rader, of Rocky Mount, and Mark Rader, of Thaxton; sister, Frances Liz Spradlin, of Goodview; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends; and special friend of the family, Susie Rader. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. on Wednesday, December 17, 2008, at Lotz Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Maynard Baker officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 16, 2008, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Dec. 15 to Dec. 16, 2008.

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John & Linda Guidi

January 5, 2009

Mark Cookie Julie

We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers and may God give you peace and guidance during this difficult time. Know that we love you and will keep you in our prayers.

Love

Janet & David Fielder & Travis Wheeler

December 17, 2008

Candi, it's Janet it's been a while since I seen you. But please now that you and your family are in our prayers. He is in heaven now with my Brandon Wheeler. He was a good man I worked with him a long time. He will be greatly missed. David said to tell you he will be thinking about you too. We got married again. Call me sometime or e-mail me. Lots of love and know the he is in a better place with Jesus.
Love ya girl

Randy Martin

December 17, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I'm sorry to hear of our loss. For some time now I wanted to look Tony up because I haven't seen him in years. I use to work with Tony at Burlington inds. (PFG) and he was always a good friend to me but when I left PFG 12+ years ago and moved to Big Island in north Bedford Co. I lost touch with many coworkers. It is by chance that another coworker found out of the loss and had to find my phone# and called too let me know. I wish I had found out sooner to attend visitation/services but could not. Again, sorry for the loss, I will miss him but will always cherish my memory with him at PFG.

with sadness
Randy Martin (434) 299-6067

Angela Gordon

December 16, 2008

Marilyn and family, Please know you are being lifted in prayer during this sad time. May you look to the Lord, the giver of all comfort, as you take each day one at a time. *Hugs*

Lynn Smith

December 16, 2008

Marilyn,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our family's thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and Comfort you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lynn Smith(HSN)

Paul and Pam Mitchem

December 16, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Wyonna Altizer

December 16, 2008

Marilyn, My heart goes out to you and William and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Brittney Quintal

December 16, 2008

Tony you will be greatly missed. I love you!
:(

Ill never forget the last time i seen you at grandmas and you were pickin on me about me drivin. :o)

I LOVE YOU!!!

Kimberly Barber

December 16, 2008

Marilyn, I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I was there to give you a big hug. I miss seeing you at hsn. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Love Kimmy

Shelby Batchelor

December 16, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Chanin Gottschalk

December 16, 2008

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers our with you and your family. May God wrap his loving arms around you as you heal and may you remember the good times.
Love-The Gottschalk Family

Shantel Overstreet Ramey

December 16, 2008

I'm sorry Candi to learn of you're loss. I remember when we were kids how funny he was. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Dorothy Powers

December 16, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Tony was a very nice person and I always enjoyed waiting on him. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandy Powers

December 16, 2008

Marlyn, I'm so sorry for your family's loss.I know where you are at at time time in your life, Just remember he will always be in your heart & you will always love him.
Alot of people that may read this won't understand what I'm talking about, but you will and that's all that matters.
You & your family are in my prayers.
Your friend, Sandy

Vanessa Poston

December 16, 2008

Tony was a great man, and the best uncle anyone could ask for. He will be missed by all of us. Marilyn & William, Candi, Shelly and the kids I love you guys and let me know if you need me.

Tommy & Sherry Wood

December 16, 2008

Tony was a very special uncle and friend. His smile and laughter will be greatly missed.

Colby Barton

December 15, 2008

This was my grandpa and the man that was with me for the first five years of my life. Please, any family member or friend that reads this, come to his viewing tomorrow at Lotz Funeral Services from 4-7. I am his oldest grandson and I am going to miss him, I still can't believe he's gone. I love you Gingi.

Betty & David Crush

December 15, 2008

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Kerry & Reva Hall

December 15, 2008

The Hall Family wishes to express our heartfelt condolences to Norris and his family. We hope you find comfort in your memories with Tony. God Bless Each of you.

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