Birth date: Jun 13, 1929 Death date: Oct 17, 2017
James (Jim) Richard (J.R.) RaderJune 13, 1929 – October 17, 2017 Jim was born in Wilkins, OK to Lee Luther and Fanny Ryan Rader. Fanny died shortly after his birth. His family of 2 brothers and 3 sisters moved to the hills of Ark Read Obituary
To Jim’s family, I’m sorry for your loss. My remembrances of Jim are from about 50 years ago when I worked for the Highway Dept. during construction of the NE Interchange. Jim and his crew would get into lively discussions during their lunch card games. If the discussions slowed down the card game Jim would say ” Too bad, Deal the cards!” Over the years when I think of Jim it brings a smile to my face. Jim was a kind man with a good sense of humor. May he rest in peace.
Jim Rader was a man of great character and integrity. I worked for “Chief” when I started with ODOT and he was the Survey Crew Chief. Chief had a great way of discussing issues about life lessons, without you ever knowing it. He always took the high road and while others may gossip, Chief always said he only had time for positive things in his life. I will say he helped me learn and entrusted me with increased responsibility that allowed growth. He worked the crew hard, but always had a sense of humor. We played many a game of spades or “spizzers” during lunch that always led to great debate and humor. Chief always said God and family were his concerns and he would not allow conflict to get in his way of these priorities. While I always admired the man I worked for, it was when I became older that I appreciated the person he was and the life he lead. I hope my children will be so fortunate to have someone like the Chief in their lives. Thank you Chief, may you find peace in God’s Kingdom…
