Dr. Olin Leroy Strader

1940 - 2021

We mourn the passing of Dr. Olin Leroy Strader, on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021 in Kokomo, Indiana. His passing came as a result of complications from COVID.

Olin was born on Dec. 24, 1940 in Prescott, Kansas to Woodrow and Myrtle Strader. The second born child, he was the oldest boy in the family of four children. His early time spent on his grandfather, Forrest Strader's farm who trained Five Gated Shetland Ponies cemented a love for animal life in him early. He often spoke fondly of his pony, Trigger, who he named after Roy Roger's horse.

After being called in to ministry and attending Tennessee Temple College, Dad became a minister of the gospel all his adult life serving in the pastorate throughout the Midwest. During the course of his career, Olin received an honorary Doctorate of Theology. In later years, he served in evangelism with Bible Open Air Missions.

He was preceded in death by his wife of many years, Twyla Louise Brown Strader and his sister Carolyn Musacchio.

Olin Strader is survived by his wife, Jane Ann Strader of Peru, Indiana and his five children, COL Olin "Kent" Strader, USA, Ret. (Nikki), Dr Scott Strader (Brigid), Mrs. Kelly Hastman (James), Mr. Stephen Strader, and Mr. Timothy Strader (Beth), as well as 3 step-children. Also, siblings Joe Strader of Independence, MO and Judy Leeper of Denver, Colorado. In addition, Olin was a doting grandfather to six grandchildren, Trent, Caleb, Isabella, Kennedy, McKinley, and Jack, 7 step-grandchildren, and 9 step-great-grandchildren.

Besides his love for ministry, Olin was an avid fan and collector of toy tractors and trains, a love he had passed on to his grandchildren. He was the proud owner of a red antique Farmall tractor that he loved to drive. He was also a huge lover of dogs and horses, particularly his constant corgi companion Meggy. After an epic visit to Alaska, Olin became a big fan of the Iditarod and followed it and the teams every year. Dad loved farming, tractors, and talking to farmers. He loved to travel and explore the world God created.

Visitation will be held from 12pm to 2pm on Monday, Nov. 8, 2021 at Liberty Baptist Church, 517 Church Street, Sweetser, Indiana. Funeral service will follow at 2pm, with Pastor Terry Bishir and Pastor Dan Kemp officiating. Burial will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021 at Oak Grove Cemetery in Modesto, IL. Graveside service will be at 2pm, with Pastor Dave Brown officiating.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www. FlowersLeedyAllen.com.