Thomas-Rader-Obituary

Thomas Ralph Rader

Portland, Oregon

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Thomas Ralph RaderApril 22,1945 - Jan. 16, 2024 When Tom was born his father, Eldie Rader, was working at Kaiser shipyards, and Tom's mother, Pearl Hollingsworth Rader was caring for his brother Willis and managing the family wartime ration books. Tom grew up in South East Portland, and attended...

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I met Tom at the downtown YMCA where I worked from 59 to 65. Tom and his friend Gary Paulus came down many times and when I closed the Youth Division we played cards., I have several pictures of the big Redhead taken at the YMCA

Will, Cotty and I are saddened to read of your brother´s passing. Our thoughts are with you and all of Tom´s family.

I must say that Tom Steve Jimmy Marvin Buzz and Will spoiled me. I was the first baby born after that generation and they took me to wrestling matches, totally entertaining my life and just flooded my life with absolutely cherishing love for all of them. I will remember Tom for his genuine love for us all and the much laughter he brought into our lives thank you for that Tom, who could grow up with Eldie as a father and not be a funny man? I personally had it really good knowing and growing...