Zeb Vance Rader Jr. Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Zeb Vance Rader Jr. of Newton, North Carolina, who passed away on October 5, 2025 at the age of 86. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Zeb Vance Rader Jr. to pay them a last tribute.

As Zeb departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Zeb. Though Zeb may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Zeb Rader and Earline Rader; and his brother Carl "Pete" Rader. He is survived by: his wife Margaret Alice Rader; and his sisters, Patty Burris and Brenda Detter. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Buddy's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project.