Jeffrey L. Rader, 67, of Peru, passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021.
He was born on December 22, 1953 in Logansport to Jack and Donna Rader. He married Brenda Willis on August 10, 1974 in Peru. She survives, along with their two children, Shannon Rogers (Billy), and Chad Rader, all of Peru. He had three grandchildren: Garrett, Abby, and Madelyn Rogers.
Jeff is also survived by 3 siblings: Jerry Rader (Dori) of Norman OK, Jackie Cramer (Gordon) of Lebanon, IN, and Joe Rader (Tena) of Peru, IN. He had many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Janet Rader.
Jeff loved fishing and hunting from a young age. He has always lived along the Wabash River. He especially enjoyed many trips to Lake Erie to fish with friends. He enjoyed playing his guitar. Jeff was a very hard worker. He worked hard and played hard. He was a very talented welder. He was a member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 440 out of Indianapolis. He was also a member of the Literary Aid Society.
Jeff dearly loved his family. He will be missed greatly by his family and his friends. He cherished those relationships.
Friends may call on Saturday, October 30, 2021 from 10am to 12pm at the Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel in Peru. Funeral service will follow at 12pm.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
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