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Carl Edward Rader Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 3, 2025.

Carl Edward Rader, 70, of Nalcrest, Florida, passed away on March 1, 2025.

Born on August 4, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri, Carl was a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Carl dedicated over 38 years of his life as a letter carrier, faithfully delivering mail to the community. In his leisure time, he found great joy in playing senior softball at Nalcrest.

Carl will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Becky S. Woolsey, and his children from former wife Billie Brenton Rader, Carl R. Rader and his wife Stacie, and Kelly Stephenson and her husband Kyle. He also leaves behind a stepson, Kyle Woolsey. Carl is survived by his brothers, Les Rader and his wife Raven, and Ron Rader and his wife Renee. He is also remembered by his sister-in-law Glenda Rader, sister-in-law Lovena Rader, sister-in-law Brenda Boyd and brother-in-law Doug Nelson. Carl's memory will be cherished by his 3 grandchildren, Vanessa Rader, Carl R. Rader Jr. and Morgan Stephenson.

Carl was preceded in death by his father Melvin L. Rader, his mother Mary Lou Holman, and his brothers, Jerry Wayne Rader and Bruce Allen Rader.

Carl will forever be remembered for his dedication to his profession, his love for sports, and the lasting impact he made on the lives of those who knew him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held to honor Carl's life at a later date.

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March 24, 2025

Lori and Ralph Gregory posted to the memorial.

March 13, 2025

Tina Ramirez posted to the memorial.

March 11, 2025

Vic Kane posted to the memorial.

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Lori and Ralph Gregory

March 24, 2025

Becky, Ralph and I just wanted to let you know how truly sorry we are for your loss. Ralph greatly respected Carl and was very sad to hear of his passing. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time. Please let Carl Jr. know as well. Please let us know when a celebration of life is scheduled. If you are in need of anything please reach out to us. Ralph cell number is 913-302-7258. With deepest sympathy Ralph and Lori Gregory

Tina Ramirez

March 13, 2025

My condolences and prayers are with you Becky and the family.

Vic Kane

March 11, 2025

Carl was an exceptional leader. He earned the respect of everyone who met him. Sorry for your loss.

Deborah Woodrum

March 10, 2025

My deepest condolences to Becky and Carl´s entire family. I had the privilege of working with Carl in his role as the NALC President. I admired Carl´s leadership, his integrity and his sense of humor. He was a man of his word. I enjoyed working with him. He will be remembered & missed.

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Charles Pennewell

March 6, 2025

Worked with Carl many years at the Shawnee Mission Post Ofc. God Bless him and his family.
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Stephen M Velasquez

March 4, 2025

I knew Carl from the Northeast neighborhood in Kansas City playing hardball and softball . Always upbeat and ready to share an opinion .
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Darla Phillips

March 4, 2025

Becky so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Garry Greening

March 4, 2025

We was a great man.

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Mike Birkett

March 4, 2025

My condolences to the entire Rader family. In my time at the Region 5 office, we (I) relied heavily on Carl to "take care of business" in Shawnee as well as do arbitrations for not only Br. 5521 but outside of his local. His counsel was invaluble. He was a good leader, a good man and a good friend.

Carol Woods Wichita Branch 201

March 4, 2025

My deepest condolences to Becky and the rest of Carl´s family. He touched so many lives in so many ways. I will always remember his onery sense of humor and appreciate his strong support of our letter carriers union. RIP Brother.

Michael Filardi

March 4, 2025

I met Carl when I started working at the Blue Valley post office in 2007. I remember how always seemed to find a balance between the work load on his route and being our union president. I appreciated the fact that even though I started being a letter carrier later in life, Carl was still willing to try and impart his wisdom he had gained during his career. I will always remember his compassion for others and his sense of humor at work. I was fortunate enough to have known him even if it was for just a few years. My condolences to his family.

Jack and Barb Shaver

March 4, 2025

Everyone here are indebted to Carl for his dedication for helping to make Nalcrest softball what it is today. His countless hours improving our field and his leadership will never be forgotten. RIP, my friend.

James Mitchell

March 4, 2025

I knew Carl so long ago, he still had hair. He was a fierce competitor on the racketball court, and equally as fierce dealing with Postal Management as a Union Steward. He will be missed.

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