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Gerald Rader Obituary

Gerald Michael Rader, age 64 of Lombard. Beloved Fiance of Sharon Caliendo; Dear son of Frances Rader, nee Tripi, and the late Richard Rader; loving brother of Richard Jr. (Lolita), John (Joan), James, Mary Susan (the late Bill) Matejka, Sharon Clark, Vincent (Shelly), Theresa Sadler; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Gerald was a devout catholic, devoted to his church and family. Cement finisher and home builder by trade, friend of many, most of whom knew him as the "Mad Dog". Visitation Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022, 3-9 PM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks. S. of Roosevelt) Lombard. Funeral Wednesday, Rosary service 9:30 AM at Our Lady Immaculate Church, 410 Washington Blvd. Oak Park, Mass 10 AM. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, donations to Our Lady Immaculate Church, Oak Park, are appreciated. Funeral info www.knollcrest.net or 630-932-1500.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 6, 2022.

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Mark Jelinek & Family

February 8, 2022

We send our heartfelt sympathies to the entire Rader family on the loss of Gerald. May God comfort all of you during this difficult time.

Dave & Gay Lewis

February 6, 2022

Our deepest sympathy during your time of loss. We pray that God will lift you and keep you in your sorrow.

John & Annette Nocek

February 5, 2022

Sorry to hear about your loss.
Love and prayers to all. You
have a great family and group of friends, hopefully that will
make this difficult time a little easier for everyone.

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8

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Knollcrest Funeral Home

1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148

Feb

9

Service

9:30 a.m.

Our Lady Immaculate Church

410 Washington Boulevard, Oak Park, IL 60302

Feb

9

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Our Lady Immaculate Church

410 Washington Boulevard, Oak Park, IL 60302

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1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148

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